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Master Social Media Analytics for Key Insights. Gain expertise in analyzing social media data, employing machine learning techniques, and utilizing visualization tools for impactful insights.
Instructor: Ian McCulloh
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Recommended experience
Intermediate level
A foundational understanding of data analysis and programming concepts, along with familiarity with social media platforms is recommended.
Recommended experience
Intermediate level
A foundational understanding of data analysis and programming concepts, along with familiarity with social media platforms is recommended.
Develop machine learning models to analyze social media data effectively across various platforms and contexts.
Utilize natural language processing techniques to extract insights from user-generated content, improving engagement strategies.
Conduct sentiment analysis to gauge public opinion and sentiment on social media, informing brand positioning and messaging.
Create impactful network visualizations and interventions to understand and influence social dynamics within online communities.
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This specialization is designed for post-graduate students aiming to develop advanced skills in social media analytics and its practical applications. Through four comprehensive courses, learners will explore key topics such as machine learning, natural language processing, sentiment analysis, and network analysis, equipping them to analyze complex social media data and derive actionable insights. By mastering data manipulation techniques and effective visualization tools, students will be prepared to influence consumer behavior and enhance digital marketing strategies. Collaborating with industry partners, the specialization emphasizes real-world applications, enabling students to navigate the evolving landscape of social media analytics effectively. Upon completion, learners will possess the expertise needed to leverage analytics for informed decision-making, drive impactful results, and elevate their careers in the dynamic field of digital communication. This specialization will empower you with the knowledge and skills to make data-driven decisions, making you a valuable asset in any organization.
Applied Learning Project
In this specialization, learners will engage in various hands-on projects that apply advanced techniques such as natural language processing (NLP), social network analysis (SNA), and data visualization to real-world social media data. Projects span across different areas including processing and analyzing social media text, designing sentiment analysis classifiers, and performing topic modeling to uncover trends and insights from online content. Learners will also explore network visualization and statistical analysis, gaining practical skills in using tools like NLTK, gensim, and PyLDAvis. These projects emphasize solving authentic problems such as understanding online behavior, influence, and engagement patterns, while critically evaluating the challenges and limitations of social media data analysis.
Learn to calculate and interpret key centrality measures to identify influential nodes in social networks.
Gain skills in applying statistical models to analyze relationships and dynamics within social networks.
Understand how foundational social theories inform network analysis and shape interpretations of social interactions.
Understand the foundations of social media analytics and its impact on organizational behavior.
Explore theories of online influence, including the role of misinformation and platform manipulation.
Examine how cognitive biases shape beliefs and behaviors within social media networks.
Acquire hands-on skills in managing social media data using APIs for comprehensive analysis.
Master relational algebra operations to effectively query and manipulate complex datasets for insightful analysis.
Develop impactful network visualizations using design principles that enhance clarity and understanding of complex data.
Learn strategies for network interventions to influence behaviors and ideas, leveraging network dynamics effectively.
Learn to define and evaluate machine learning classifiers for effective data analysis.
Gain hands-on experience in processing and parsing social media text data using NLP techniques.
Explore methodologies for conducting sentiment analysis on social media content to gauge public opinion.
Master techniques for topic modeling, enabling the extraction of themes from social media conversations.
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The specialization is designed to be completed at your own pace, but on average, it is expected to take approximately 3 months to finish if you dedicate around 5 hours per week. However, as it is self-paced, you have the flexibility to adjust your learning schedule based on your availability and progress.
You are encouraged to take the courses in the recommended sequence to ensure a smoother learning experience, as each course builds on the knowledge and skills developed in the previous ones. However, you are not required to follow a specific order, and you can take the courses in the order that best suits your needs and prior knowledge.
This course is completely online, so there’s no need to show up to a classroom in person. You can access your lectures, readings and assignments anytime and anywhere via the web or your mobile device.
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Yes! To get started, click the course card that interests you and enroll. You can enroll and complete the course to earn a shareable certificate, or you can audit it to view the course materials for free. When you subscribe to a course that is part of a Specialization, you’re automatically subscribed to the full Specialization. Visit your learner dashboard to track your progress.
Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.
When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free. If you cannot afford the fee, you can apply for financial aid.
This Specialization doesn't carry university credit, but some universities may choose to accept Specialization Certificates for credit. Check with your institution to learn more.
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