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CPC & Keyword Research
Master the essential building blocks of paid search marketing that every digital marketer needs to succeed. This Short Course is created to help digital marketing professionals accomplish confident campaign setup and budget forecasting through data-driven keyword research.
By completing this course, you'll be able to articulate key advertising metrics with precision, navigate industry-standard keyword tools efficiently, and make informed decisions about campaign costs that you can apply immediately in your next client presentation or campaign launch.
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
Define Cost-Per-Click (CPC) and Quality Score with practical examples
Extract and analyze CPC data using keyword research tools
Create documentation that supports campaign planning and budget estimation
This course is unique because it bridges the gap between theory and practice, giving you hands-on experience with the same tools and processes used by successful digital marketing agencies every day.
To be successful in this course, you should have basic familiarity with digital marketing concepts and access to Google Ads tools.
Duration
3 Months
Institution
Coursera
Format
Online
Eligibility Criteria
school
Academic Foundation
A recognized Bachelor’s degree or high school equivalent required for admission into Coursera.
language
Language Proficiency
English proficiency required. IELTS, TOEFL, or standard medium-of-instruction certificates accepted.
Detailed Fees Breakdown
Base Tuition Fee
$168
Total Est. Investment
$168
Scholarships and early-bird waivers may apply. Contact admissions for exact institutional fees.
Academic Trajectory
Program Outcome
Graduates of the CPC & Keyword Research program at Coursera are equipped with global perspectives, ready to excel in international markets and top-tier career opportunities.