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Although traditional marketing strategies are still used, companies continue to shift their focus to digital approaches such as search engines, social media. These technologies take into account the journey of the customer and how they make their purchase decisions. It is important for marketers to have an understanding of digital marketing strategies and familiarize themselves with the key technologies underlying them. This course will offer students a panoramic view of digital marketing and provide insights into key strategies using Internet-based platforms. In addition, it will focus on content that resonates with consumers that helps businesses differentiate themselves in competitive markets.
Welcome to Module 1. Search Engine Marketing, (SEM), allows businesses to be found online. With millions of businesses out there vying for the same eyeballs, SEM’s two main elements, Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Pay-per-click (PPC) strategies can lead to online marketing success through discovery.
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1 video1 reading1 assignment1 discussion prompt
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1 video•Total 17 minutes
Search Engine Marketing•17 minutes
1 reading•Total 63 minutes
Required Readings & Resources•63 minutes
1 assignment•Total 30 minutes
Module 1 Knowledge Check•30 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 30 minutes
SEM and Your Favorite Brand•30 minutes
Social Media - Two-Way Communication with Customers
Module 2•2 hours to complete
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Welcome to Module 2. Social Media facilitates the sharing of ideas, thoughts, and information through the building of networks. It is two-way communication between the brand and its audience. In this module, you will learn techniques to effectively communicate and engage with audiences through Social Media.
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1 video1 reading1 assignment1 discussion prompt
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1 video•Total 24 minutes
Social Media Marketing•24 minutes
1 reading•Total 37 minutes
Required Readings & Resources•37 minutes
1 assignment•Total 30 minutes
Module 2 Knowledge Check•30 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 30 minutes
Social Media and the 80/20 Principle•30 minutes
Reputation Management - You Are Who Your Customers Think You Are
Module 3•2 hours to complete
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Welcome to Module 3. While marketing is essential for communication with audiences, “word of mouth” remains the most powerful voice. Online reviews are today’s “digital word of mouth”. It’s easier than ever for customers to tell others about their best (and worst) experiences, which can make or break a business. In this module you will explore how to harness this tool.
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1 video1 reading1 assignment1 discussion prompt
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1 video•Total 21 minutes
Reputation Management•21 minutes
1 reading•Total 37 minutes
Required Readings & Resources•37 minutes
1 assignment•Total 30 minutes
Module 3 Knowledge Check•30 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 30 minutes
Consumer Review Management •30 minutes
Content Marketing - Storytelling is the Key to Great Content
Module 4•3 hours to complete
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Welcome to Module 4. The key to any effective marketing is to capture and keep the attention of an audience. Digital stories incorporate essential communication and marketing elements to create a compelling narrative. Stories about a brand can attract a target audience by differentiating it in the marketplace. Digital sharing is the key, and is the foundation to good storytelling and digital marketing.
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1 video1 reading1 peer review1 discussion prompt
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1 video•Total 14 minutes
Content Marketing•14 minutes
1 reading•Total 33 minutes
Required Readings & Resources•33 minutes
1 peer review•Total 90 minutes
Stonehenge Brewery Digital Marketing Challenge•90 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 30 minutes
Storytelling•30 minutes
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Reviewed on May 22, 2022
The course is very detailed and helpful to learn basics.
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Reviewed on Jun 4, 2022
I liked the overal course and the info! the ONLY MAJOR PROBLEM was that I had to literally beg for my assignment to be corrected ! if that is adressed it will be a better course
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Reviewed on Jul 23, 2023
Quick overview of digital marketing. What to look for, and how to apply basics to your company to make an impact on your organic ranking and growth and increase your overall company image.
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