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    Small Business Marketing Using YouTube

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Video Production, Social Media Marketing, Business Marketing, Marketing Channel, Customer Engagement, Gmail, Target Audience, Content Creation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    1.4K reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Marketing Automation with AI and HubSpot: Plan to Execution

    Skills you'll gain: Lead Generation, Marketing Automation, HubSpot CRM, Prompt Engineering, Email Automation, ChatGPT, Dashboard, Email Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Analytics, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Customer Engagement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Create a Lead Generation Messenger Chatbot using Chatfuel

    Skills you'll gain: Lead Generation, Email Automation, No-Code Development, Google Sheets, Application Deployment, Real Time Data, Customer Communications Management

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    319 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Build a website using Wix Artificial Design Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Email Automation, AI Personalization, Web Design, Application Design, Customer Service, Web Design and Development, Merchant Services, Setting Appointments, Booking (Sales), Responsive Web Design

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    70 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Automate tasks and processes with Jira

    Skills you'll gain: Email Automation, Business Process Automation, Automation, Project Management Software, Workflow Management, Process Design, Issue Tracking, Project Management, Project Planning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    154 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Create Your First Python Program From UST

    Skills you'll gain: Python Programming, Command-Line Interface, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Development Environment

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    3K reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Building Test Automation Framework using Selenium and TestNG

    Skills you'll gain: Test Automation, Test Case, Selenium (Software), Software Testing, Maintainability, Test Data, Debugging, Configuration Management

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    157 reviews

    Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Make.com for Beginners: LinkedIn Post Automation With GPT-4

    Skills you'll gain: Make.com, LinkedIn, Marketing Automation, Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Application Programming Interface (API), Generative AI, Content Creation, Automation, API Gateway, Artificial Intelligence, Content Marketing, Prompt Engineering, Digital Marketing, Workflow Management

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Automating Sales Tasks with Zapier

    Skills you'll gain: Email Automation, Google Sheets, Automation, Business Process Automation, Productivity Software, Gmail, Workflow Management, Sales Support, Operations Management, Order Fulfillment

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    21 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Build an Automated Landing page using AI from Wix ADI

    Skills you'll gain: Email Automation, Lead Generation, Marketing Automation, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Copywriting, Web Analytics, Automation

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    49 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Automate Equipment Ordering Prep Process with Power Automate

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Business Process Automation, Microsoft Power Platform, Email Automation, Workflow Management, Microsoft 365, Order Management, Document Management

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Notion for Beginners: Intro to AI Marketing Template Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Automation, Marketing Planning, Marketing Strategies, Marketing, Campaign Management, ChatGPT, AI Personalization, Databases, Automation, Customer Insights, Project Planning, Artificial Intelligence

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular automation courses

  • Small Business Marketing Using YouTube: Coursera Project Network
  • Marketing Automation with AI and HubSpot: Plan to Execution: Coursera Project Network
  • Create a Lead Generation Messenger Chatbot using Chatfuel: Coursera Project Network
  • Build a website using Wix Artificial Design Intelligence: Coursera Project Network
  • Automate tasks and processes with Jira: Coursera Project Network
  • Create Your First Python Program From UST: Coursera Project Network
  • Building Test Automation Framework using Selenium and TestNG: Coursera Project Network
  • Make.com for Beginners: LinkedIn Post Automation With GPT-4: Coursera Project Network
  • Automating Sales Tasks with Zapier: Coursera Instructor Network
  • Build an Automated Landing page using AI from Wix ADI: Coursera Project Network

Frequently Asked Questions about Automation

Browse the automation courses below—popular starting points on Coursera.

  • Fundamentals of Robotics & Industrial Automation: L&T EduTech
  • UiPath Automation Developer Associate: UiPath
  • Workflow Automation using Generative AI: Simplilearn
  • Python for Data Science, AI & Development: IBM‎

Automation courses cover a variety of topics essential for understanding and implementing automated systems and processes. These include the basics of automation principles, control systems, and programming languages used in automation. Learners will explore topics such as robotic process automation (RPA), industrial automation, and the use of automation tools like Python, PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), and SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems. Advanced courses might cover areas like AI-driven automation, machine learning applications in automation, and advanced robotics. Practical exercises and projects help learners apply these concepts to real-world scenarios, enhancing their ability to design and implement effective automation solutions.‎

A certificate in automation can open up various career opportunities in manufacturing, IT, and engineering sectors. Common roles include automation engineer, robotics engineer, process control specialist, and RPA developer. These positions involve designing and implementing automated systems, developing and programming robotics, optimizing industrial processes, and deploying RPA solutions. With the growing importance of automation in improving efficiency and productivity, earning a certificate in automation can significantly enhance your career prospects and opportunities for advancement in fields such as manufacturing, technology, logistics, and utilities.‎

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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