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Digital marketing is fast becoming the dominant tool in marketers’ toolboxes. While “out of home” marketing and mass communication continue to make-up a large part of a company’s marketing budget, the digital components of these budgets are growing rapidly. This is in part due to the fact that digital marketing presents the opportunity to track the ROI on every dollar spent. As such, it is critical that experts in digital marketing build both sound marketing and creativity skills, as well as significant skills in data analysis.
This program will prepare you for the future of marketing and arm you with the most critical tools and skills to drive value at your company. You will learn the key marketing skills most in-demand today, including: omni-channel marketing, marketing analytics, social media strategy, online advertising, and AI approaches to customer value analysis.
Designed by world-renowned marketing professors at Maryland Smith, home to some of the strongest marketing researchers and teachers in the world, this Advanced Digital Marketing Course from the University of Maryland develops the digital marketing acumen you need to take advantage of the explosive growth and rapidly evolving marketing industry. Today’s marketers face a “digital skills gap,” and when you earn a Professional Certificate in Digital Marketing from Maryland Smith, you will be future ready.
Syllabus
- Course 1: Customer Value, Acquisition, and Retention
- Course 2: Selecting the Right Customer & Channel
- Course 3: AI in Digital Marketing
- Course 4: Digital Marketing Capstone
Courses
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In today’s data-driven world, businesses have unparalleled access to customer information, enabling them to develop strategies that foster loyalty, enhance retention, and boost profitability. This course examines how firms leverage customer data to establish lifetime connections, maximize customer equity, and optimize their marketing investments. Through a deep dive into customer lifetime value (CLV), customer equity, and customer relationship concepts, you will gain insights into the metrics and models that drive effective decision-making.
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In a world where businesses have unprecedented access to customer data, the ability to manage and influence relationships effectively has become essential. This course explores how firms establish and nurture relationships with both Business-to-Consumer (B2C) and Business-to-Business (B2B) customers, while also evaluating the financial implications of these connections. By the end of the course, you will have the skills to analyze customer acquisition costs, evaluate the financial impact of marketing channels, and leverage customer analytics to foster stronger, more cost-effective relationships in the digital marketplace.
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AI in Digital Marketing is designed to equip digital marketers, brand strategists, and business leaders with essential AI tools and techniques. Participants will explore AI's transformative role in enhancing customer engagement, personalizing marketing strategies, and optimizing content creation. Through engaging video lectures, scenario-based discussions, and real-world case studies, learners will connect theoretical knowledge with practical applications, addressing ethical considerations like data privacy and bias. By the end of the course, students will be prepared to effectively harness AI's potential in digital marketing, ensuring competitive advantage and strategic innovation in the digital age.
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In the Digital Marketing Capstone, you will synthesize what you have learned from previous courses to develop a comprehensive digital marketing strategy tailored to real-world business objectives. Over two intensive weeks, students will create, analyze, and refine a data-driven marketing plan that targets a specific audience and is optimized across multiple digital channels. The course emphasizes advanced digital marketing analytics to uncover actionable insights, guiding strategies toward measurable success. Participants will design integrated online advertising campaigns, spanning social media, search, and display channels, and develop customer acquisition and retention tactics aimed at maximizing customer lifetime value. By the end of the course, students will produce a peer-reviewed, professional-quality digital marketing strategy, demonstrating their ability to make data-driven decisions, engage the right audiences, and deliver impactful marketing results. This capstone serves as the final step in the Digital Marketing Specialization, allowing students to showcase their skills and prepare for success in the digital marketing industry.
Taught by
Mary Beth Furst and Pallassana K Kannan