Online Class: Social Media Marketing — An Introduction

This course is ideal for anyone that wishes to gain a greater understanding of social media, including business owners, executives, marketing professionals and students.

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13

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Hours
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0.5

CEUs

Course Description

Mastering the Social Media Matrix: Unlocking the Power of Digital Engagement

In an era dominated by digital connections, being present on social media is no longer optional; it's imperative. The dance between businesses and their audiences on these platforms is intricate, filled with nuances, and brimming with potential. Harnessing the vibrant, dynamic world of social media can be the game-changer that elevates a brand from the commonplace to the extraordinary.

Our immersive Social Media Marketing Course isn't just another guide. It's a compass. It's a journey. It's your map to navigating the labyrinth of digital interactions, ensuring every tweet, post, and pin resonates and creates ripples. We recognize the diverse power each platform wields, and our mission is to hone your skills, turning you into a maestro of digital dialogue.

Dive deep with us into:

The Evolutionary Landscape: Understand the seismic shifts in marketing paradigms and how social media has redefined public relations.
Platform Deep Dives: Grasp the intricacies and unique strengths of leading platforms from Facebook and Instagram to LinkedIn, Snapchat, and beyond.
Content Mastery: Learn to craft compelling narratives tailored for each platform, ensuring maximum engagement and impact.
Powerful Strategies: Discover the alchemy of curating a strategy that resonates with your brand voice and captivates your target audience.
Navigating the Pitfalls: Understand the common mistakes that can derail a campaign and learn the art of sidestepping them.
Beyond the Mainstream: Explore emerging platforms and trends, ensuring you stay ahead of the curve and in tune with the pulse of the digital realm.

This isn't merely a course. It's a transformative experience, suitable for everyone from seasoned marketing mavens to novices, entrepreneurs to students. By the end of our journey together, you won't just understand social media; you'll think, breathe, and radiate it.

Step into the vibrant tapestry of digital dialogues and interactions. Let's paint the social media canvas with innovation, strategy, and a dash of brilliance. The future of digital engagement beckons. Are you ready to lead the way?

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Course Motivation

Completely Online
Self-Paced
6 Months to Complete
24/7 Availability
Start Anytime
PC & Mac Compatible
Android & iOS Friendly
Accredited CEUs

Universal Class is an IACET Accredited Provider

Course Lessons

Lesson 1: Social Media: Adapt or Die

The development of the internet, along with the birth of the social network and other new media, has forever changed society. Additional lesson topics: Social Media: Strategies to Mastering Your Brand- Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Snapchat 51 Total Points

Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
Complete Assignment: Why this Course?
Assessment: Quiz 1

Lesson 2: Marketing Strategies Using Facebook

With its enormous reach, each well spent second on Facebook has the potential to carry a much greater reach than that of hours or days spent at an offline event. Additional lesson topics: Facebook Marketing Strategy: Why You Need One and How to Build It ; Several Facebook Marketing Strategies to Build Super Fans; Facebook Marketing Strategies for Business: How I do Marketing on Facebook Successfully! 50 Total Points

Assessment: Quiz 2

Lesson 3: Marketing Strategies on the Use of Blogging

Content Marketing is the creation and sharing of content to a targeted audience, with the goal of establishing oneself (an individual or organization) as an expert within the field. Additional lesson topics: 7 Tips for Making Your Blog a Content Marketing Magnet; The Benefits of Blogging; The Marketing Strategy for Bloggers with No Money; Blogging, SEO and social media: How to use your blog as a part of social media marketing strategy; Blog Marketing Strategy: Several Steps to Social SEO Success 50 Total Points

Assessment: Quiz 3

Lesson 4: Marketing Strategies on the Use of Twitter

This lesson will guide you through the setup of your profile to the execution of an effective strategy, including best practices and tips for both individuals who are new to the Twitter platform and those that are existing users simply searching for fresh marketing ideas. Additional lesson topics: What to tweet as a business; The Complete Guide to Twitter for Your Content Strategy; The Basics of Twitter Marketing in ; Several Twitter marketing strategies: Twitter marketing plan tutorial for your business to get retweets 50 Total Points

Assessment: Quiz 4

Lesson 5: Tips on How to Use LinkedIn to Dominate

One of the major advantages to LinkedIn over other social media networks is that it is a strictly business-based platform. Additional lesson topics: Creating a strategy for using LinkedIn for B2B marketing; How to Use LinkedIn as a Marketing Tool; Several Insider Secrets You Can Use to Dominate LinkedIn; How to dominate linkedIn with these Several tips from the Masters~; Linkedin – Several Ways to Dominate 50 Total Points

Assessment: Quiz 5

Lesson 6: Tips on How to Use Instagram to Dominate

Instagram has quickly grown to become one of the most popular platforms out there, and is arguably one of the most promising for businesses, depending upon your industry. Additional lesson topics: How Your Brand Can Dominate Instagram; Tips on How to Use Instagram to Dominate; Instagram Tips to Build Your Following 50 Total Points

Assessment: Quiz 6

Lesson 7: Tips on How to Use Pinterest to Dominate

From a marketing standpoint, Pinterest can serve as a free virtual catalog, as many consumers turn to Pinterest looking for something to purchase. Additional lesson topics: Dominate Pinterest With These Several Tips; The Ultimate Guide On How to Use Pinterest For Marketing; The Only Tools You Need to Dominate On Pinterest And Drive Thousands Of Visitors A Month 10 Total Points

Assessment: Quiz 7

Lesson 8: Tips on How to Use YouTube to Dominate

Visual content has never been more popular, and for this reason, YouTube is dominating as a social network. Additional lesson topics: How to Dominate the Related Videos on YouTube; How to Professionally SEO YouTube Videos; Several Ways to Dominate YouTube: The Ultimate Guide; Several Expert Tips: How to Get YouTube to Recommend Your Video 50 Total Points

Assessment: Quiz 8

Lesson 9: Tips on How to Use Snapchat to Dominate

Snapchat is a mobile photo messaging app that allows users to send public or private snaps of images and videos. Additional lesson topics: How to Dominate Snapchat Marketing; How to Use Snapchat For Beginners; The Inside Story Of Snapchat: The World's Hottest App Or A $3 Billion Disappearing Act? 55 Total Points

Assessment: Quiz 9

Lesson 10: How to Integrate Other Social Media Networks into your Marketing Strategy

There are hundreds other platforms that if taken advantage of the right way can also play a powerful role in your digital marketing strategy. Additional lesson topics: Houzz; How to Integrate Social Media into Your Content Strategy; Tumblr; Buzznet; Whisper; About.me; Medium; Reddit; Younow; Ozmosis; Quora; Gust; Ello; Nextdoor; Lawlink; Several Tips For Integrating Social Media Into Your Marketing Strategy 45 Total Points

Assessment: Quiz 10

Lesson 11: Common Social Media Pitfalls to Avoid

Social media has also brought about an increase in transparency. However, forcing marketers to be more on their toes than ever. 345 Total Points

Lesson discussions: End of Course Poll; Course Comments; Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course)
Assessment: Quiz 11
Assessment: The Final Exam

806

Total Course Points

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:

Describe what social media is and what marketing for social media entails.
Determine marketing strategies using Facebook.
Determine marketing strategies on the use of blogging.
Describe marketing strategies on the use of Twitter.
Describe tips on how to use LinkedIn to dominate.
Summarize tips on how to use Instagram to market.
Summarize tips on how to use Pinterest to market.
Summarize tips on how to use YouTube to market.
Summarize tips on how to use SnapChat to dominate.
Describe how to integrate other social media networks into your marketing strategy.
Determine common social media pitfalls to avoid.
Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.

Additional Course Information

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Course Title: Social Media Marketing: An Introduction

Course Number: 9770486

Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries

Availability: This course is online and available in all 50 states including: California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Texas.

Last Updated: February 2024

Course Type: Self-Paced, Online Class

CEU Value: 0.5 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)

CE Accreditation: Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).

Grading Policy: Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive an online/downloadable CEU Certification documenting CEUs earned.

Assessment Method: Lesson assignments and review exams

Course Fee: $120.00 U.S. dollars

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Student Testimonials

"Most of this information was extremely helpful and I definitely learned a lot and I also read through the articles...I really enjoyed this course, thank you for providing it." -- Alexis H.
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