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Award in Social Media Marketing Distance Learning or Blended Learning (on-campus) Edexa Academy
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Course Credits Duration  
37 Credits Self-paced  
Fee: £750.00

Course Description

The Award in Social Media Marketing (37 Credits) at Edexa Academy is designed to provide learners with comprehensive, practical, and strategic skills for today’s digital marketing landscape.

This programme equips learners with the knowledge to plan, implement, manage, and optimise multi-platform social media marketing strategies that drive engagement, build brand trust, and deliver measurable business results.

Learners will explore how social media has transformed modern marketing, the evolving role of the customer, and how organisations use data-driven insights, content, and platform-specific strategies to achieve marketing objectives and maximise return on investment (ROI).

This qualification is suitable for:

  • Aspiring social media marketers

  • Business owners and entrepreneurs

  • Marketing professionals seeking formal certification

  • Career changers entering digital marketing

Course Content

Unit A – Understanding Social Media Marketing

● Introduction to social media marketing
● Key features of social media platforms
● Business applications of social media marketing
● Organic (free) vs paid social media strategies
● The role of social media in modern marketing

Unit B – The New Role of the Customer

● Changing customer behaviour in the digital age
● Customer engagement and community building
● Influencer marketing and brand advocacy
● Building trust and long-term relationships through social media

Unit C – Building a Social Media Marketing Strategy

● Developing structured social media marketing strategies
● Setting objectives and key performance indicators (KPIs)
● Conducting social media audits and competitor analysis
● Creating buyer personas and targeting audiences

Unit D – Platform-Specific Social Media Marketing

● Facebook marketing: pages, groups, advertising, and analytics
● Instagram marketing: content types, business tools, and shopping
● LinkedIn marketing: company pages, content strategies, and advertising
● X (Twitter) and Pinterest marketing for business growth

Unit E – Social Video & Network Marketing

● YouTube channel creation and video marketing strategies
● TikTok marketing, trends, and content creation
● Short-form and long-form video content planning
● Social commerce and video-led engagement

Unit F – Measuring & Optimising for Real Results

● Social media analytics and performance metrics
● Key performance indicators (KPIs) and reporting
● Campaign optimisation using data and insights
● Measuring return on investment (ROI) and continuous improvement

Study Method

Edexa Academy offers flexible learning options including online learning, blended learning, and in-class study. Learners can choose the delivery method that suits their needs. Support is available throughout the course duration to guide learners toward successful completion.

Course Fee

To get the latest course fee for this qualification, please contact us directly.

Entry Requirements

There are no formal qualifications or prior experience required to enrol on the Award in Social Media Marketing awarded by Edexa Academy, making it accessible to learners from all educational and professional backgrounds.

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Apply now to start your career in social media and digital marketing, or progress to higher-level qualifications in marketing, business, or digital media.

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