COMM CE01 - Social Media 101

Social media remains an evolving aspect of our daily lives in addition to being a part of our businesses and organizations. This beginner-friendly course introduces the essentials of social media for your workplace. You'll start by understanding the value of social media in enhancing brand visibility and engagement. Brainstorm key components in creating an introductory social media marketing plan that will drive your business forward. Explore some features of main social media platforms and select the right tools to achieve your desired outcomes effectively.

Additionally, you'll gain introductory insights into metrics that measure the impact of your social media efforts and review some essential tools to track your progress. By the end of this course, you'll build confidence to harness social media effectively, fostering growth and connection for your business.

Who should enroll

This course is ideal for:

  • Small business owners
  • Non profit coordinators
  • Aspiring social media/communication professionals
  • Event planners
Learning outcomes

By the end of the course, students will be able to:

  • Understand the value of social media for your organization/business
  • Understand key components of a social media plan and brainstorm for your business
  • Describe features of some of the key social media sites
  • Select social media tools to achieve your desired outcomes
  • Review and understand basic metric tools for social media
Duration and format

Duration 7.5 hours

Format In person, synchronous

Withdrawals and refunds
Withdrawals and refunds
NON-CREDIT COURSE REFUND POLICY


Withdrawal 7 days prior to course start time: Full Refund
Withdrawal after 7 days: No Refund

Please refer to the Tuition Refund policy.

This policy applies to all students taking credit courses at Yukon University and all noncredit students taking courses through the Continuing Studies division with Yukon University.

COMM CE01
CRN Instructional method Instructor Location Start date Seats available* Cost
90106 Face-to-face Synchronous Whitehorse (Ayamdigut)
24
Cost: $299.00
Tax: $14.95
Class schedule
Start date End date Room Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Classroom - Face to Face - 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM - - - - -