Digital Copywriting Fundamentals
Chartered Institute of Marketing
  • Start Date: 26 Sep, 2022
  • 3 weeks
  • Study Content: Videos


Boost your organisation’s digital marketing presence by learning how to write engaging, search engine optimised digital content.

Course Fee: Free
Certificate Cost: See Fees and Eligibility

Course Description

This course is made available through the eLearnAfrica and FutureLearn partnership.

Refine your digital copywriting skills with the Chartered Institute of Marketing


Whether you already work in content or are just beginning your career in copywriting, this three-week course will equip you with the skills you need.


Guided by industry experts through the basics of digital copywriting, you’ll gain insider knowledge about what makes engaging digital content and learn how to create a variety of content types that connect with your target audience.


Explore digital content types


Digital copywriters need to understand a broad variety of content types and their appropriate use within the marketing funnel.


You’ll explore the different types of long-form and short-form content, before moving on to examining website development processes.


Using case studies, you’ll analyse the role of a digital copywriter in creating standout user experiences and delivering conversions.


Write perfect copy for any digital channel


Whether writing for social media, email, or websites, you’ll learn how to ensure your tone of voice is pitched perfectly for your target audience.


You’ll discover best practice techniques to boost audience engagement, including creating a buyer persona and identifying the right digital channels for your brand and purpose.


Learn how to write for Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)


With organic search making up around one-third of all digital business traffic, SEO is vital to ensure your content reaches its target audience.


You’ll examine how search engines rank content and learn about the five basic SEO principles. You’ll learn to identify and use the right keywords, increase rankings, and boost conversions.


By the end of this course, you’ll have the skills to produce a variety of engaging, targeted online content that ranks in organic searches.


This course is designed for anyone wanting to understand the fundamentals of digital copywriting.


It’s particularly suitable for those working in digital, brand, or marketing communications, or anyone wanting to pursue a career in marketing or copywriting.


Certificate cost may vary. You will be redirected to the host page for cost and payment options.

Chartered Institute of Marketing

This university is part of the partnership between eLearnAfrica and FutureLearn.

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