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Diploma of Social Media Marketing

10904NAT

Location

Online

Study Mode

Online

Outcomes

Community Manager, Content Marketing Manager, Content Strategist, Social Media Consultant, Social Media Manager, Social Media Strategist

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Qualification

Diploma

Awarded By

Open Colleges

Duration

Self-paced; up to 24 months

Start Date

Enquire now for upcoming start dates

Payment Option

Fee For Service, Payment plan, Upfront payment

This course meets the Nationally Recognised Training standards. It is listed on the Australian government's National Register for Vocational Education and Training (VET). Studying this course leads to a qualification that's recognised throughout Australia, and lets employers know that you have the right skills for the job.

How Much Will It Cost?

Payment plan

Flexible payment plans are available for this course, making it easier to invest in your future. Enquire now to find out more!

Course Rundown

Social media marketers are in high demand and businesses everyone are quickly recognising its influence! Tap into the power of social media for your business with this 10904NAT Diploma of Social Media Marketing delivered online by Open Colleges.

From Facebook and LinkedIn to Snapchat and Instagram, you will learn how to devise a social media plan for a range of mediums, and utilise tools such as email marketing and effective content to build your own personal brand.

This online course was created by industry leaders… We’re talking members of Forbes’ Top 50 global social media experts! You’ll get taken through social media network strategy, how to create engaging and effective marketing content, and master the art of creating your own personal brand on social media.

You will also learn how to use email marketing in your workplace, plus have the opportunity to set up and manage social media accounts across a number of channels, meaning you’ll graduate with an impressive portfolio showcasing your abilities and the cutting edge skills to succeed in the dynamic field of social media marketing.

Each student will receive a free 12 month student membership to the Australian Marketing Institute (AMI), the industry peak body for marketing professionals in Australia.

PLEASE NOTE – Open Colleges is a privately-run RTO, not government-run like a TAFE, so they cannot offer government funding. Please check eligibility requirements before beginning an enrollment with Open Colleges.

Eligibility

To be eligible for entry into this course, applicants must meet the following requirements:

Be at least 18 years old; AND
Have completed Year 12 or equivalent; OR
A qualification at Certificate III level or higher; OR
Two years of industry experience in a role that requires the use of written documentation and communication.

English requirements:

Have successfully completed English at Year 12 level; OR
Have successfully completed a nationally recognised qualification at certificate III level or above; OR
Have at least three years’ experience in a role that requires written communication and documentation.

FAQS

What You’ll Learn

In this social media marketing course, the subjects you may study include:

NAT10904001- Plan, implement and manage content marketing
SIRXMKT006 – Develop a social media strategy
NAT10904002 – Plan, conduct and optimise organic social media marketing
NAT10904003 – Plan, manage and optimise paid social media advertising campaigns
NAT10904004 – Establish, build and leverage a personal brand on social media
NAT10904005 – Plan, implement and manage social media conversion strategies
BSBMKG542 – Establish and monitor the marketing mix
BSBMKG545 – Conduct marketing audits
BSBPMG430 – Undertake project work

Why study with Open Colleges

Open Colleges has been helping Australians realise their potential for over 125 years, and they’re now one of Australia’s leaders in online education. In the last decade alone, they’ve helped over 450,000 students gain the skills to launch, change or take the next step in their careers. When you study with OC, you’ll graduate with a nationally recognised qualification that’ll help you find work across Australia. Their nationally recognised courses are designed by vocational experts, and you’ll learn job-ready skills from industry specialists. Online learning is all about flexibility, so they’ve designed their learning platform to be as flexible as possible. It’s available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, so you can access it anytime you want. It’s designed to work around your lifestyle, not the other way around, so you can easily fit your study in with your other commitments.

Student Support

The common misconception is that studying online means that you’re studying alone, but at Open Colleges, they take great pride in the superior support provided to their students. They make it easy for you to get support when you need it with their student support team available Monday to Friday via email, phone and Live Chat and on the weekends, via Live Chat (when available). They’re here, in tandem with trainers and assessors, to make sure you’re supported the whole way through your course, from the time you enrol right through to your graduation.

Where Will It Lead Me?

Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive a nationally recognised, accredited Diploma of 10904NAT Diploma of Social Media Marketing from Open Colleges.

During this course, you will have developed a comprehensive social media portfolio you can utilise for your business, future clients or future employer, as well as an impressive personal brand on social media. Along with your Diploma, you’ll have the practical skills and the confidence to run your own successful campaigns.

Social Media Strategist