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    Google

    Foundations of Digital Marketing and E-commerce

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Performance Measurement, Search Engine Marketing, Content Performance Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Search Engine Optimization, Branding, Business Metrics, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Digital Marketing, Customer Engagement, Customer experience strategy (CX), Marketing, E-Commerce, Email Marketing, Brand Awareness, Marketing Analytics, Target Audience, Social Media Marketing, Goal Setting

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    30K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Free Trial
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    Google

    Make the Sale: Build, Launch, and Manage E-commerce Stores

    Skills you'll gain: Order Fulfillment, E-Commerce, Google Ads, Digital Advertising, Customer experience improvement, Market Research, Marketing, Retail Management, Sales, Shipping and Receiving, Marketing Strategies, Market Trend, Process Optimization, Target Audience

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.9K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Free Trial
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    Google

    Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Media Planning, Social Media Marketing, Google Ads, Email Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Order Fulfillment, Social Media Management, Search Engine Optimization, Performance Measurement, Spreadsheet Software, A/B Testing, Digital Marketing, E-Commerce, Campaign Management, Loyalty Programs, Customer Retention, Marketing, Interviewing Skills, Professional Development

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    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    44K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera Project Network

    Create your e-commerce store with Shopify

    Skills you'll gain: Order Processing, Order Management, Inventory Management System, Inventory Control, Customer Relationship Management, E-Commerce, Web Analytics, Retail Management, Product Management, Content Management Systems, Dashboard, Marketing, Business

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    573 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Universidad de Palermo

    E-commerce Academy

    Skills you'll gain: E-Commerce, Branding, Entrepreneurship, Sales, Social Media, Business Development, Social Media Marketing, Payment Systems, Web Design and Development, Logistics, User Experience, Market Trend

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    149 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Starweaver

    Supply Chain Management for E-commerce

    Skills you'll gain: E-Commerce, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics Management, Order Fulfillment, Supplier Management, Inventory Management System, Logistics, Business Technologies, Technology Strategies, Corporate Sustainability, Process Optimization, Demand Planning, Forecasting, Automation, Data-Driven Decision-Making

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    39 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera Project Network

    Create your e-commerce store with Ecwid

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Communications Management, Content Management Systems, Payment Processing, E-Commerce, Web Content, Product Management, Shipping and Receiving, Marketing, Tax Management, Business

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    14 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    The State University of New York

    Launch Your Online Business

    Skills you'll gain: Branding, Marketing and Public Relations, Entrepreneurship, Content Creation, Video Production, Marketing, Copywriting, Business Modeling, Presentations, Customer Engagement, Value Propositions, E-Commerce, Web Design and Development, Photography, Persona Development

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    872 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    IBM

    Generative AI: Introduction and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, ChatGPT, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Responsible AI, Machine Learning

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    3.5K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Google Marketing Digital e E-Commerce

    Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Paid media, Target Audience, Data Storytelling, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Content Creation, Search Engine Optimization, Marketing Budgets, Order Fulfillment, Media Planning, Search Engine Marketing, Google Ads, Social Media Management, Customer Retention, Customer Relationship Management, E-Commerce, Customer Engagement, Marketing, Campaign Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    4.7K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    SkillUp

    Online Marketing: Social Media, Ads & E-commerce Certificate

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Management, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Google Ads, Email Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Online Advertising, Social Media Campaigns, Pay Per Click Advertising, Content Creation, Customer Retention, Instagram, Paid media, Customer Relationship Building, E-Commerce, Digital Marketing, TikTok, Keyword Research, Strategic Marketing, Brand Marketing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera Project Network

    Create a Facebook Shop in Commerce Manager

    Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Product Promotion, Account Management, Social Media Content, E-Commerce, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Payment Systems

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    20 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular e-commerce courses

  • Foundations of Digital Marketing and E-commerce: Google
  • Make the Sale: Build, Launch, and Manage E-commerce Stores: Google
  • Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce: Google
  • Create your e-commerce store with Shopify: Coursera Project Network
  • E-commerce Academy: Universidad de Palermo
  • Supply Chain Management for E-commerce: Starweaver
  • Create your e-commerce store with Ecwid: Coursera Project Network
  • Launch Your Online Business: The State University of New York
  • Generative AI: Introduction and Applications: IBM
  • Google Marketing Digital e E-Commerce: Google

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Frequently Asked Questions about E Commerce

Browse the e-commerce courses below—popular starting points on Coursera.

  • Foundations of Digital Marketing and E-commerce: Google
  • Make the Sale: Build, Launch, and Manage E-commerce Stores: Google
  • Launch Your Online Business: The State University of New York
  • Supply Chain Management for E-commerce: Starweaver‎

Yes. You can start learning e-commerce topics on Coursera for free in two ways:

  • Preview the first module of many e-commerce courses at no cost. This includes video lessons, readings, graded assignments, and Coursera Coach (where available).
  • Start a 7-day free trial for Specializations or Coursera Plus. This gives you full access to all course content across eligible programs within the timeframe of your trial.

If you want to keep learning, earn a certificate in e-commerce, or unlock full course access after the preview or trial, you can upgrade or apply for financial aid. ‎

E-commerce courses on Coursera are accessible to learners of all backgrounds:

  • Beginners can start with introductory courses that cover the basics of setting up an e-commerce business.
  • Those with some business or marketing experience can enhance their skills with more specialized topics such as digital marketing, data analytics, or supply chain management.
  • Advanced learners can explore in-depth strategies for scaling an e-commerce business globally and integrating advanced technology solutions.‎

You’ll learn how to build and manage an online store, attract and retain customers, set up product pages, use marketing tools like email and social media, and analyze performance data. Some courses also introduce platforms like Shopify, WooCommerce, and Google Ads.‎

No experience is required. Many courses are designed for beginners and walk you through the process of launching an e-commerce business from scratch. There are also more advanced options for learners with some business or marketing background.‎

This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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