Simplilearn

Social Media Marketing

California, United States Taught in English Online Open to international students

Introduction

Simplilearn is a privately founded online learning platform based in California that delivers professional upskilling and certification programs for working learners around the world. Since 2010, the platform has focused on technology and business disciplines, offering a blended learning approach that combines self-paced modules, live instructor sessions, hands-on projects and case studies to bridge theory and practice for career-minded students.

The platform partners with universities and industry leaders to align curricula with current industry needs, providing courses across areas such as data science, cloud computing, cybersecurity, digital marketing and business analytics. Learners benefit from capstone projects, simulated labs and mentor support that build real-world skills and prepare participants for recognized certifications and employer expectations.

Simplilearn is suited to professionals seeking flexible, career-oriented study pathways and to international learners who want accessible, project-focused training. With a catalogue of industry-recognized programs and a track record of training millions globally, the platform supports career transitions, upskilling for promotion and preparation for professional exams while offering practical outcomes that map directly to workplace roles.

About the Program

The Social Media Marketing program is a non-degree course for students who want to learn about social media. It's taught in English and lasts several weeks. You'll learn how to create social media campaigns and help businesses grow their online presence.

This program teaches you about social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. You'll learn how to create content, run ads, and engage with followers. You'll also get hands-on experience with social media management tools.

After completing this program, you can work as a Social Media Manager, Digital Marketing Coordinator, Online Community Manager, or Content Creator. You can work with companies that need social media help, like marketing agencies or small businesses.

English Test Requirement

This program asks for IELTS 5.5-6.0. Here's what that's worth on the other tests universities accept, based on the official concordance tables:

TOEFL iBT
46–59
PTE Academic
42–49
Duolingo
85–95
CEFR level
B1/B2
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Equivalences are approximate — confirm the exact test and score the program accepts.

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