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      Johns Hopkins University

      Social Media Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Visualization, Graph Theory, JSON, Text Mining, Machine Learning, Data Visualization Software, Natural Language Processing, Data Storytelling, Network Model, Statistical Analysis, Social Sciences, Sociology, Relational Databases, Artificial Intelligence, Data Processing, Color Theory, Data Manipulation

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IESE Business School

      The Art of Storytelling

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Content Creation, Writing, Active Listening, Empathy

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      969 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Viral Marketing and How to Craft Contagious Content

      Skills you'll gain: Consumer Behaviour, Content Marketing, Marketing Psychology, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Marketing, Advertising, Persuasive Communication, Behavioral Economics, Storytelling

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Digital Marketing Institute

      Social Media Marketing in Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Professional Networking, Social Media Strategy, LinkedIn, Paid media, Social Media Management, Digital Media Strategy, Facebook, Social Media Campaigns, Instagram, Content Marketing, Digital Advertising, Content Performance Analysis, Digital Marketing, Advertising Campaigns, Marketing Strategies, Content Creation, Campaign Management, Social Media Content

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      544 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Build a social media presence for your business using Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Target Audience, Canva (Software), Logo Design, Social Media, Content Creation, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Content Strategy, Goal Setting, Branding, Graphic Design

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      67 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Adobe

      Adobe Marketing Specialist

      Skills you'll gain: Promotional Strategies, Social Media Content, Content Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Creative Design, Target Audience, Marketing Communications, Digital Marketing, Cross-Channel Marketing, Digital Design, Generative AI, Marketing Strategies, Personalized Service, Campaign Management, Content Strategy, Data Ethics, Graphic Design, Advertising, Market Research

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Art of Visual Storytelling

      Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Adobe Premiere, Videography, Video Production, Storyboarding, Storytelling, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Post-Production, Media Production, Data Import/Export, Writing, Scripting, Editing, Graphic and Visual Design, Creativity, File Management, Quality Assurance

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      122 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Status: AI skills
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      Adobe

      Adobe Content Creator

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media, Typography, Content Creation, Social Media Management, Web Content, Video Editing, Digital Design, Generative AI, Graphic Design, Content Marketing, Logo Design, Content Strategy, Customer Engagement, Adobe Photoshop, Creative Design, Visual Design, Storytelling, Infographics, Color Theory, Branding

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Michigan State University

      Become a Journalist: Report the News!

      Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Interviewing Skills, Multimedia, Media and Communications, Report Writing, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Storytelling, Research, Electronic Media, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Student Engagement, Content Creation, Investigation, Data Collection, Rapport Building, Peer Review, Video Production, International Relations, Writing, Photography

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Washington

      Social Media Data Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Text Mining, Statistical Analysis, Unstructured Data, R Programming, Data Visualization Software, Regression Analysis, Data Analysis, Scripting, Data Collection, Python Programming, Application Programming Interface (API)

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      297 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Dynamic Advertising and Media Buying

      Skills you'll gain: Pay Per Click Advertising, Advertising, Google Ads, Advertising Campaigns, Online Advertising, Data Ethics, AI Personalization, Generative AI Agents, Digital Advertising, Campaign Management, Media Buying, Content Creation, Automation, A/B Testing, Analytics

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Small Business Marketing Using YouTube

      Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Drive Engagement, Video Production, Customer Engagement, Business Marketing, Marketing Channel, Marketing Analytics, Social Media Marketing, Target Audience, Gmail, Content Creation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular media courses

    • Social Media Analytics: Johns Hopkins University
    • The Art of Storytelling: IESE Business School
    • Viral Marketing and How to Craft Contagious Content: University of Pennsylvania
    • Social Media Marketing in Practice: Digital Marketing Institute
    • Build a social media presence for your business using Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Adobe Marketing Specialist: Adobe
    • The Art of Visual Storytelling: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Adobe Content Creator: Adobe
    • Become a Journalist: Report the News!: Michigan State University
    • Social Media Data Analytics: University of Washington

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