By the end of this course, learners will be able to define the foundations of Customer Relationship Management (CRM), analyze customer lifecycle stages, differentiate between acquisition and retention strategies, classify customer portfolios, design value-driven experiences, and implement operational CRM tools to optimize sales, marketing, and service performance.

CRM: Analyze, Apply & Optimize Customer Success

CRM: Analyze, Apply & Optimize Customer Success
This course is part of Customer-Centric CRM Strategy and Management Specialization

Instructor: EDUCBA
Access provided by ExxonMobil
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What you'll learn
Analyze customer lifecycle and CRM strategies.
Differentiate acquisition vs. retention approaches.
Apply CRM tools to optimize business performance.
Skills you'll gain
- Customer Relationship Building
- Customer Relationship Management
- Customer Data Management
- Value Propositions
- Portfolio Management
- Customer Acquisition Management
- Marketing Automation
- Customer experience strategy (CX)
- Performance Measurement
- Customer Retention
- Customer Success Management
- Automation
- Customer Analysis
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There are 3 modules in this course
This module introduces the fundamentals of Customer Relationship Management (CRM), exploring its origins, definitions, core concepts, and the customer lifecycle. Learners will gain a strong foundation to understand CRM as both a strategic approach and a set of practical tools for building lasting customer relationships.
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This module focuses on strategic applications of CRM, highlighting customer retention, portfolio management, and customer value creation. Learners will explore how businesses can design strategies that enhance customer experiences and align CRM practices with long-term growth objectives.
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This module examines the practical applications of CRM through operational, marketing, sales, and service automation. Learners will discover how analytical tools and success planning ensure that CRM initiatives deliver measurable results for businesses and customers alike.
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Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
I found this course extremely useful for understanding how CRM analytics directly influence customer satisfaction and long-term business success.
Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025
The data-driven approach to customer success outlined here is cutting-edge. It's revolutionizing how we use our CRM.
Reviewed on Dec 9, 2025
Learned to apply advanced CRM features for personalized customer journeys. The personalization module was particularly insightful.





