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There are 6 modules in this course
McKinsey estimates that generative AI (GenAI) can boost marketing productivity by up to 15%. Marketing professionals who can leverage GenAI to enhance efficiency, personalization, and content creation are in high demand. This course gives you the sought-after GenAI skills businesses need.
During the course, you’ll explore using GenAI to automate content creation, enhance ad copy, and personalize email campaigns and social media posts. You’ll learn to optimize digital advertising using AI for audience segmentation, creative refinement, and personalized campaigns. You’ll discover how AI can enhance SEO through keyword research, content optimization, and competitor analysis. You’ll explore AI-driven approaches for enhancing e-commerce experiences.
You’ll get hands-on practice generating engaging content, personalizing campaigns, and optimizing strategies for better results.
Additionally, you’ll examine ethical considerations, challenges, and best practices for AI integration in digital marketing.
If you’re looking to boost your career with in-demand GenAI skills businesses are looking for, enroll today and power up your resume in just a few weeks!
This module provides a foundational understanding of leveraging generative AI in digital marketing. It specifically explores the practical applications of generative AI in enhancing digital advertising. You will identify key areas where generative AI can enhance advertising strategies, from generating creative ad copy and visuals to crafting videos and personalized scripts. You will learn how to effectively use AI-powered tools to optimize ad campaigns. Additionally, you will explore the emerging trends in AI-driven advertising.
Application of Generative AI in Digital Marketing •5 minutes
Introduction to Generative AI in Digital Advertising•5 minutes
Creating Impactful Ad Copy with Effective Prompts •5 minutes
AI-Generated Images for Advertising•4 minutes
AI-Powered Video Creation•5 minutes
Personalized Visuals in Advertising•5 minutes
Emerging Trends in Generative AI-Driven Advertising•6 minutes
2 readings•Total 6 minutes
Course Overview•3 minutes
Module Summary: Leveraging Generative AI for Digital Advertising •3 minutes
3 assignments•Total 50 minutes
Graded Quiz: Leveraging Generative AI for Digital Advertising •30 minutes
Practice Quiz: Generative AI for Content in Digital Advertising•10 minutes
Practice Quiz: Generative AI for Visuals in Digital Marketing•10 minutes
2 app items•Total 40 minutes
Lab: Creating Ad Copy with Generative AI•20 minutes
Lab: Creating AI-Generated Visuals•20 minutes
2 plugins•Total 25 minutes
Helpful Tips for Course Completion•15 minutes
Reading: Multilingual Content Creation•10 minutes
Generative AI for SEO
Module 2•2 hours to complete
Module details
In this module, you will explore how generative AI can revolutionize search engine optimization (SEO). You will learn how to leverage AI tools for keyword research, content optimization, technical SEO audits, and competitor analysis. Through practical exercises and real-world examples, you will gain the skills to implement AI-powered SEO techniques to improve your website’s visibility and organic search rankings.
What's included
4 videos1 reading3 assignments3 app items1 plugin
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4 videos•Total 21 minutes
Introduction to Generative AI in SEO•6 minutes
AI-Driven Keyword Research •5 minutes
Content Optimization for SEO •5 minutes
Generating Meta Titles and Descriptions with AI •5 minutes
1 reading•Total 3 minutes
Module Summary : Generative AI for SEO •3 minutes
3 assignments•Total 50 minutes
Graded Quiz: Generative AI for SEO •30 minutes
Practice Quiz: AI-Driven Keyword Research and Blog Content•10 minutes
Practice Quiz: Meta Tags and Scheme Markup with Generative AI •10 minutes
3 app items•Total 60 minutes
Lab: Generating Keyword Lists with Generative AI•20 minutes
Lab: Optimizing Blog Content with Generative AI•20 minutes
Lab: Creating Schema Markup with Generative AI•20 minutes
1 plugin•Total 10 minutes
Reading: Multilingual SEO with Generative AI •10 minutes
Generative AI for Content Creation
Module 3•3 hours to complete
Module details
In this module, you will explore the practical applications of generative AI in content creation across various formats. You will learn how to use AI tools and write effective prompts to generate high-quality content, including articles, social media posts, product descriptions, and even creative content like scripts. You will explore techniques to optimize content for search engines, personalize content for different audiences, and create engaging narratives using AI-powered tools.
What's included
6 videos1 reading3 assignments3 app items1 plugin
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6 videos•Total 32 minutes
AI-Driven Content Creation Tools•7 minutes
Effective Prompts for Content Creation•6 minutes
Prompt Basics for Social Media•6 minutes
Content Optimization Using AI •4 minutes
Creating Engaging Content with AI •5 minutes
AI for Content Personalization•5 minutes
1 reading•Total 3 minutes
Module Summary: Generative AI for Content Creation•3 minutes
3 assignments•Total 50 minutes
Graded Quiz: Generative AI for Content Creation•30 minutes
Practice Quiz: Tools and Prompts for Content Creation•10 minutes
Practice Quiz: Engaging and Personalized Content with Generative AI•10 minutes
3 app items•Total 70 minutes
Lab: Exploring AI Writing Tools•30 minutes
Lab: Optimizing Content with Generative AI•20 minutes
Lab: Personalizing Content with Generative AI•20 minutes
In this module, you will explore the practical applications of generative AI in enhancing e-commerce strategies. You will learn how to leverage AI-powered tools to create compelling product descriptions, generate personalized product recommendations, and craft engaging marketing copy for various channels. Through hands-on exercises, you will gain practical experience in using AI to improve customer experiences, drive sales, and optimize e-commerce operations.
What's included
5 videos1 reading3 assignments3 app items1 plugin
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5 videos•Total 30 minutes
Introduction to Generative AI in E-Commerce•7 minutes
AI for Personalized Product Recommendations•6 minutes
AI-Generated Marketing Copy for Social Media Advertising •5 minutes
AI-Generated Marketing Copy for Email Marketing •4 minutes
AI-Generated Marketing Copy for Website Banners•7 minutes
1 reading•Total 3 minutes
Module Summary: Generative AI for E-Commerce •3 minutes
3 assignments•Total 50 minutes
Graded Quiz: Generative AI for E-Commerce •30 minutes
Practice Quiz: Generative AI for E-commerce Operations•10 minutes
Generative AI for Marketing Communication •10 minutes
3 app items•Total 60 minutes
Lab: Crafting Product Descriptions with Generative AI•20 minutes
Lab: Generating Product Recommendations and Descriptions•20 minutes
Lab: Creating Marketing Copy with Generative AI•20 minutes
In this module, you will dive deep into the practical applications of generative AI in crafting effective email marketing campaigns. You will learn how to leverage AI to generate compelling email subject lines, write persuasive email copy, and personalize email content for different audience segments. You will also learn to use AI to create automated email sequences based on user behavior and business rules.
What's included
6 videos1 reading4 assignments1 app item3 plugins
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6 videos•Total 36 minutes
Introduction to Generative AI in Email Marketing •7 minutes
AI-Powered Messaging Application•4 minutes
AI-Generated Email Copy •6 minutes
AI-Generated Email Personalization •7 minutes
AI-Powered A/B Testing for Email •5 minutes
Crafting Automated Email Messaging Based on Rules•6 minutes
1 reading•Total 3 minutes
Module Summary: Generative AI for Email Marketing•3 minutes
4 assignments•Total 60 minutes
Graded Quiz: Generative AI for Email Marketing•30 minutes
Practice Quiz: Generative AI for Email Messages•10 minutes
Practice Quiz: Personalized Email Communication with AI•10 minutes
Practice Quiz: Generative AI for A/B Testing and Automated Messages •10 minutes
1 app item•Total 20 minutes
Lab: Generating Email Subject Lines and Emails•20 minutes
Reading: A/B Testing and Email Automation•15 minutes
Generative AI Considerations and Final Project
Module 6•3 hours to complete
Module details
This module covers the concerns and considerations surrounding generative AI, including issues related to data privacy, biases, copyright infringement, and hallucination. Additionally, the module delves into the principles for the responsible use of generative AI, examining its broader implications for transparency, accountability, privacy, and safety.
The module includes a final project based on the concepts covered in the course. In this module, you will also attempt a course graded assessment to test and reinforce your understanding of concepts.
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What are the benefits of using generative AI in digital marketing
Generative AI enhances digital marketing by enabling personalized content creation, improving customer interactions, and optimizing campaign performance by creating variations for A/B testing. It provides audience insights, helping marketers analyze customer behavior and trends for data-driven decisions. Generative AI also streamlines content creation, generating text, images, and videos efficiently.
How can digital marketers use generative AI in their jobs?
Digital marketers can use generative AI to create engaging blog posts, social media captions, email campaigns, and ad copy tailored to different audience segments. They can also use AI to identify high-ranking keywords, generate meta descriptions, and improve content for search visibility. It’s a powerful tool to make their work faster and more effective.
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