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Hootsuite for Beginners: Hands-On Social Media Management

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Hootsuite for Beginners: Hands-On Social Media Management

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Instructor: Board Infinity

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

4 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

4 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Set up and manage multiple social media profiles using Hootsuite’s dashboard.

  • Create and schedule posts using Streams, Planner, Composer, and AutoSchedule.

  • Build a weekly content calendar tailored to different platforms and audiences.

  • Analyse performance metrics to refine posting frequency and improve engagement.

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November 2025

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6 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 2 modules in this course

This module introduces learners to the Hootsuite platform and its core tools, laying the foundation for confident social media management. Participants will learn how to create a Hootsuite account, connect multiple social media profiles, and navigate the dashboard with ease. Through step-by-step video walkthroughs and interactive simulations, learners will explore essential features such as Streams, Planner, and Composer to compose, schedule, and organize posts effectively. Each lesson combines practical exercises with guided practice to ensure hands-on understanding of Hootsuite’s interface and posting workflow. By the end of this module, learners will be able to set up their workspace, manage posts across platforms, and use scheduling tools to maintain a consistent online presence.

What's included

7 videos4 readings3 assignments1 discussion prompt

This module focuses on transforming foundational Hootsuite skills into strategic content management and data-driven decision-making. Learners will discover how to create engaging, platform-optimized posts and schedule them effectively using Hootsuite’s Planner and AutoSchedule tools. Through interactive activities and real-world scenarios, participants will design a one-week content calendar that supports brand consistency across multiple platforms. The module also introduces Hootsuite’s analytics dashboard, guiding learners to interpret key metrics such as engagement, reach, and clicks to evaluate campaign success. By analyzing performance reports, learners will identify top-performing content and refine posting strategies for better audience impact. By the end of this module, participants will confidently plan, schedule, and assess campaigns using Hootsuite—translating insights into measurable improvements in social media engagement and brand visibility.

What's included

7 videos3 readings3 assignments

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