Technical Skills / Computer Applications, Software and Infrastructure

Digital and Social Media Marketing

PET002482

Course overview

This course is designed to act as a straightforward, practical introduction to the many opportunities that digital and social media offers to promote an organisation. It is delivered in a straight-talking way to ensure that it is suitable for the novice or more regular social media users.

This course would be a good starting point for anyone managing their organisations social media, or wanting to further enhance and develop their skill set int this area .

Introduction to Digital and Social Media Marketing

  • Definition of marketing and marketing principles
  • The tools and platforms available
  • Who are your customers and what are their expectations ?

Exploring the Digital and Social Media Tools Available

  • Setting digital / social objectives
  • Selecting appropriate channels and platforms

Using Digital Wisely

  • Links, likes, shares and follows – some digital ‘good manners’
  • Writing and designing for digital and social – long and short content tips
  • Exploring SEO- how to keep your website findable
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) – what do I need to know?

Analytics - Checking it's Working

  • What do we mean by analytics?
  • Traditional and digital measures of success
  • Next steps and action planning

Course benefits

Through attending this course delegates will:

  • Maximise marketing ROI by optimising digital campaigns and reducing wasted ad spend
  • Boost customer engagement through compelling content and effective social media strategies
  • Gain a competitive edge by mastering emerging trends and data-driven marketing techniques

Please note

This course specification has been put together to achieve the key learning aims appealing to a broad range of customers. PETA are able to use this course as the basis of a bespoke programme if you would like the learning outcomes to be specific to your organisation. Contact us for more information on our bespoke training options.

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Date: 18 Mar 2026 Location: Portsmouth Duration: 1 day Availability: Spaces Member Price: £271.00 (Fees + VAT) Non-Member Price: £290.00 (Fees + VAT)
Date: 23 Jun 2026 Location: Portsmouth Duration: 1 day Availability: Spaces Member Price: £271.00 (Fees + VAT) Non-Member Price: £290.00 (Fees + VAT)

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