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Executive Programme in Digital Marketing

Learn to design and implement real-world marketing strategies
  • IIMI Alumni Status
  • Live Masterclasses by Industry Experts
  • 5+ industry-relevant tools
  • Optional additional certifications
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    IIM Indore Advantage

    IIM Indore is among the 100 global usiness schools (and the second IIM in the country) to receive the prestigious Triple Crown in the form of accreditations from EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA. IIM Indore has been consistently ranked at the top by various National and International ranking agencies, including NIRF, and the FT-100 rankings.

    The institute offers a diverse set of executive education opportunities, spanning several long-term and short-term courses. With a robust offering of 200 + executive programmes, including specialized courses tailored for the UAE, GCC, and the Middle East, IIM Indore empowers professionals with globally relevant skills and expertise.

    Programme Overview

    The IIM Indore Executive Programme in Digital Marketing examines how digital technologies influence consumer behaviour and business growth. Marketing today is driven by data, digital platforms, and customer-centric strategies, and this programme prepares professionals to meet these demands. Participants will learn to build digital strategies, understand channel dynamics, apply performance metrics, and use modern tools to engage customers and deliver measurable results. This digital marketing course by IIM Indore blends strategic frameworks with practical application to help professionals lead digital initiatives with confidence.

    With the academic rigour of IIM Indore, this programme is well-suited for professionals seeking an IIM Indore course or a digital marketing course in Indore that is aligned with current industry needs.

    IIM Indore’s Executive Programme in Digital Marketing will enable participants to:

    • Reimagine marketing in the digital age to create change and sustain growth.

    • Understand the impact of the Internet on consumer expectations and behaviour.

    • Develop a digital marketing strategy using established models and processes.

    • Leverage new technologies to target customers, personalise content, measure performance, and continuously improve outcomes.

    61.1%

    Digital channels now account for 61.1% of total marketing spend.
    Source: (Gartner 2025 CMO Spend Survey)

    $965.6 billion

    Global digital ad spend is forecast to rise from $798.7 billion in 2025 to $965.6 billion by 2028.
    Source: (Oberlo)

    Programme Highlights

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    Build expertise

    20 hours of pre-recorded Video Lectures from renowned IIM Indore faculty.

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    Competitive advantage

    Get a certificate from IIM Indore. (Ranked 8th in NIRF, 2024)

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    Balanced learning

    A combination of strategy and operations, left and right brain

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    Get the latest thinking

    Proficient IIM Indore faculty

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    Highly interactive pedagogy

    Combination of recorded lectures, assignments* and quizzes

    Note: *Assignments are graded either by industry practitioners who are available to support participants in their learning journey and/or by the Emeritus grading team.

    Who is this Programme for?

    This IIM Indore digital marketing course is designed for professionals who want to build strong digital capabilities and stay relevant in a rapidly evolving marketing landscape. Whether you are starting out in digital roles or looking to strengthen your strategic impact, this programme offers a balanced mix of practical skills and business perspective. The IIM Indore digital marketing programme enables participants to apply digital tools, data, and customer insights to real business challenges, making it a strong digital marketing program option for career growth and leadership readiness.

    With the academic rigour of IIM Indore, this digital marketing course IIM Indore is well-suited for professionals seeking a recognised digital marketing course in Indore that aligns with current industry needs.

    The programme is relevant for professionals seeking to become more agile, competitive, and effective in today’s digital-first marketing environment, including:

    • Graduates who want to increase their industry-readiness

    • Early professionals aspiring to shift to digital marketing roles

    • Managers in marketing, sales, brand or communication interested in using digital marketing skills to increase impact

    • Senior managers and leaders keen on reimagining growth by learning about the modern digital customer

    • Consultants and entrepreneurs who want to reach new customers

    Learner Voice: Dr. Nigam’s Leap from Maternity to Career Mastery

    From Maternity to Mastery: How Dr. Nigam Redefined Her Career with IIM Indore

    Even with a PhD and years of teaching experience, Dr. Shivani Nigam chose to upskill through the IIM Indore Digital Marketing Programme—during her maternity leave. Her story is one of resilience, vision, and lifelong learning. By bridging theory with practical insights, she transformed both her classroom teaching and her family’s business. For professionals seeking real-world impact and career growth, her journey is proof that the right programme at the right time can make all the difference.

    Testimonials

    The best part of this program was its practical, hands-on approach to learning social media marketing. Working with real-world simulations allowed me to gain a deep understanding of campaign creation,...
    Sanket Mhapankar
    Chief Manager at ICICI Direct
    The content not only benefits digital marketing but also provides a strong framework for starting a new business or improving an established one.
    Mridul Das
    Category Lead at Adidas
    I understand that everyone has some level of marketing skill, and I have been trying to get versed in digital marketing for some time. However, it’s a vast subject, and it’s difficult to know who the ...
    Sudhir Palegar
    Branch Manager at HDFC Bank
    The program provided a structured approach to marketing. Even though I do not come from a marketing background, I was able to understand the subject well because it was thoughtfully structured and sta...
    Satish Kumar V
    CEO at EverestIMS Technologies Pvt Ltd

    Additional Certifications Offered (Optional)

    Note: These are suggested tools that could be covered in this programme, basis tools used in the earlier cohorts. These could change subject to faculty discretion.

    All product and company names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Use of them does not imply any affiliation with or endorsement by them.

    Hands-On Learning with Live Demos

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    Setting up a campaign on Twitter

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    Setting up a campaign on LinkedIn

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    Setting up a campaign on YouTube

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    Programme Modules

    • Marketing Management: Overview

    • Concept of Perceived Value

    • Needs, Wants and Demand

    • Product Life Cycle

    • Creation and Communication of Value

    • Delivery and Exchange of Value

    • Customer Segmentation and Targeting

    • Consumer Positioning

    • Marketing vs. Sales

    • Role of Digital Media in Marketing Management

    • Traditional vs. Digital Marketing

    • The 4Ps of Marketing: Product and Price

    • The 4Ps of Marketing: Place and Promotion

    • The 4Ps of Marketing in Digital Ecosystem

    • The POEM Framework

    • Target Audience

    • Target Selection and Positioning

    • Target Audience: Apple iPhone

    • Customer Profiles and Personas for Digital

    • Why Create a Customer Persona?

    • B2B Customer Persona

    • Gathering Data

    • Customer Touch Points and Moments of Truth

    • Customer Journey

    • Customer Journey Map

    • Customer Journey Map: Example Two

    • Customer Journey to Marketing Insights

    • Organic Search and Keywords: Overview

    • Fundamentals of Search Engines

    • Search Engine: The Process

    • Keywords and Keywords Search

    • On-Page SEO

    • Off-Page SEO

    • Technical SEO

    • App Store Optimization

    • Competitor Research

    • SpyFu: Demo

    • Search Engine Advertising

    • Role of SEA vs. SEO

    • Keyword Planning

    • Creation of Ad Copy

    • Quality Scores

    • Bidding Strategies

    • E-Commerce

    • SEO and SEA Synergy

    • Setting up a PPC Account

    • Setting up a PPC Account:Demo

    • Display Ad Types

    • Display Ad Campaign Setup

    • Video Ads

    • Targeting Parameters

    • Remarketing

    • Social Media Strategy: Overview

    • Social Networks and Role of Algorithms

    • Types of Social Networks

    • Social Media Audits

    • Social Media Etiquettes

    • Social Media Calendar

    • Types of Paid Social Media Ad Formats

    • Audience Segmentation and Targeting for Social Media Ads

    • Custom and Look-Alike Audiences

    • Social Media Tools

    • AWARIO: Demo

    • Setting up campaigns on Facebook: Demo

    • Setting up campaigns on Linked In: Demo

    • Setting up a YT Campaign: Demo

    • Setting up a Twitter Campaign: Demo

    • Influencers, Communities and Online

    • Reputation: Overview

    • Word of Mouth Marketing

    • Influencer Marketing

    • Viral Marketing

    • User Generated Content Campaigns

    • Brand Communities

    • Online Reputation Management

    • Email marketing basics

    • Email Service Provides

    • Best Practices for Email

    • Affiliate marketing

    • Websites & Microsites

    • Landing Pages and Its Sections

    • Dissection of Successful Landing Pages

    • How to Create Landing Pages?

    • Mobile Apps

    • Metrics

    • PPC Analytics

    • Social Analytics

    • SEO Analytics

    • Video and Display Analytics

    • Role of AI in Analytics

    • Pricing Metrics

    • ROAS and ROI

    • Unit Economics

    • Customer Portfolio Analysis

    • What is Attribution

    • Types of Attribution

    • A/B Testing and Multivariate Testing

    • Digital Marketing Strategy and Its Components 

    • RACE Framework

    • AIDA Framework

    • Integrated Marketing Communications or IMC: 6M Framework

    Note: Modules/ topics are indicative only, and the suggested time and sequence may be dropped/ modified/adapted to fit the participant profile & programme hours.

    Capstone project

    The four week capstone project involves the use of a digital marketing simulation for search, social and email marketing, which helps apply the learnings of the course and get hands on experience to: Test your knowledge and deploy campaigns worth almost 50K USD in simulated ad dollars. Launch multiple email campaigns. Weekly Office hours on Stukent to solve queries and get advice from the programme leaders.

    Live Webinar

    Connect LIVE with IIM Indore’s esteemed faculty for a first-hand look at the course’s learning outcomes. This interactive session is designed to help you understand the learning approach and maximise your experience as you prepare to excel in the programme.

    Live Masterclasses by Industry Experts

    Explore how AI and Gen AI are revolutionizing digital marketing in live interactive expert-led masterclasses.

    • AI & Gen AI in Social Media Marketing and Display Marketing

    • AI & Gen AI in SEO, SEM, Google Analytics & Meta

    • AI & Gen AI for Content Creation - Websites, LPs, Apps, Emails, Blogs

    • AI & Gen AI Strategy for Market Research & Strategy

    Hands-On Learning with Stukent's Digital Marketing Simternship

    Hands-On Learning with Stukent's Digital Marketing Simternship

    Experience the Stukent Digital Marketing Simternship, where you'll master essential digital marketing skills through real-world simulation. Here's what you'll learn:

    • Select and optimize keywords

    • Create and optimize bids

    • Organize, create, and optimize search campaigns, ad groups, and ads

    • Identify and analyze key performance indicators

    • Conduct landing page optimization

    • Organize, create, and optimize interest and remarketing display ads

    • Organize, create, and optimize a shopping ad

    World-class learning with faculty-led, pre-recorded videos

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    Flexible Learning

    • Learn at your own pace with high-quality, pre-recorded faculty videos.

    • Advance your career without disrupting your busy schedule.

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    Cohort-based Learning

    • Learn with an accomplished group of peers and build your network.

    • Gain cross-industry and cross-functional knowledge.

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    Globally Renowned Faculty

    • Learn from the best instructors and resources from anywhere in the world.

    • Access the experts, regardless of their location.

    Learning Outcomes

    By completing the digital marketing IIM Indore programme, you will build the strategic mindset needed to design and manage high-impact digital initiatives. The programme helps you connect customer understanding with data-driven decision-making, so you can plan smarter, execute better, and respond effectively to changing market needs. You will be equipped to handle real-world digital challenges with confidence and contribute meaningfully from day one.

    • Learn frameworks to make goals, plan campaigns, and reach customers

    • Know the various channels and platforms to get your marketing off the ground

    • Understand what keeps customers engaged between attention and action

    • Grasp the science of measuring performance versus plan

    • Know how to continuously improve performance to increase ROI with data and analytics

    • Get useful insights from leading industry experts on strategic planning and digital ROI initiatives

    • 360-degree alignment-Modify current business operations to provide a better online experience

    Program Certificate

    Program Certificate

    Participants will be awarded with Certificate of Completion on meeting the below criteria. A minimum of 70% in the required assignments. Completion of the capstone where applicable. Participants are required to watch at least 50% of the recorded sessions and also to attend at least 50% of the live / master classes / campus module.

    Note: All certificate images are for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change at the discretion of IIM Indore.

    IIM Indore Executive Alumni Status

    The participant who completes the programme successfully will be eligible for the Executive Education Alumni status of IIM Indore. The participant is required to apply separately along with the necessary fee of ₹ 1,000/- + GST 18% per person (for two years) and ₹ 10,000/- + GST 18% per person (for lifetime) to register his/her name with IIM Indore Executive Education Alumni.

    Benefits of IIM Indore's Executive Education Alumni include:

    • Subscription to the brochures and newsletters from IIM Indore

    • Access to the IIM Indore Learning Centre (on-site access only)

    • Official IIM Indore Email ID & Alumni ID Card

    The Executive Education Alumni Status will be available on request and participants will be required to follow the documentation process set-up by the Alumni office.

    The successful completion of the programme, submission of the application, and payment of the fee do not, by themselves, entitle a participant to Executive Education Alumni Status. IIM Indore reserves the sole right to confer Executive Education Alumni Status and may modify these conditions at its discretion at any time without prior notice. Any disputes arising in connection with the grant of Executive Education Alumni Status shall fall under the territorial jurisdiction of the courts in Indore.

    Note:

    • Eligibility for the Executive Education Alumni status is not guaranteed on the successful completion of the programme, application submission, and payment fee. IIM Indore reserves the right to confer executive education alumni status on a case-by-case basis.

    • IIM Indore reserves the right to modify the above conditions at its discretion at any time without notice.

    • Only the courts at Indore will have the territorial jurisdiction to try any disputes arising with respect of the Executive Alumni membership being granted.

    Emeritus Career Services

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    15 Recorded sessions and resources in the following categories:

    (Please note: These sessions are not live):

    • Resume & Cover Letter

    • Navigating Job Search

    • Interview Preparation

    • LinkedIn Profile Optimisation

    Please Note -

    • IIM Indore or Emeritus do NOT promise or guarantee a job or progression in your current job. Career Services is only offered as a service that empowers you to manage your career proactively. The Career Services mentioned here are offered by Emeritus. IIM Indore is NOT involved in any way and makes no commitments regarding the Career Services mentioned here.

    The Learning Experience

    Join a global community of 300,000+ professionals across 200 countries who have advanced their careers with Emeritus. In a recent survey, 9 out of 10 learners said their expectations were met or exceeded.

    From day one, you’ll get access to carefully designed course material, live interactions, and a structured cohort-based journey that keeps you on track. Our approach blends flexibility with accountability—so you don’t just start, you finish strong.

    And you’re never on your own. A dedicated program support team is available 7 days a week to guide you with platform queries, technical support, or any learning-related questions—so you can focus on what really matters: your growth.

    A dedicated programme support team is available 7 days a week to answer questions about the learning platform, technical issues, or anything else that may affect your learning experience.

    FAQs

    Digital marketing refers to the use of digital channels such as search engines, social media, email, and websites to promote products or services. It involves strategies and techniques such as customer acquisition strategy, digital campaign management, and conversion rate optimisation aimed at engaging target audiences online, driving conversions, and enhancing brand visibility. A well-structured digital marketing course or digital marketing classes can help professionals master these skills effectively.

    The IIM Indore Executive Programme in Digital Marketing is open to graduates from any discipline. While prior marketing experience is helpful, it is not required. This best digital marketing course for professionals is designed for individuals seeking digital marketing career growth and aspiring to become digital marketing managers.

    This program is ideal for marketing professionals, entrepreneurs, business owners, and individuals who want to enhance their skills through structured digital marketing classes and a strong online marketing strategy course. It’s also well-suited for those looking to switch to a digital marketing role or grow within their current position.

    The curriculum covers key areas such as Digital Marketing Strategy, SEO, SEM, Social Media Marketing, Content Marketing, Email Marketing, and Analytics. It includes elements of performance marketing course design, paid media strategy course learning, and marketing analytics course modules. These digital marketing classes are designed to provide actionable insights and tools for real-world application.

    Yes, this digital marketing course is delivered through recorded video sessions, providing flexibility to learn at your own pace and revisit the content as needed. It also supports professionals pursuing marketing automation training and digital marketing analytics learning.

    The fee is INR 1,05,000 + GST. This digital marketing course price includes access to all learning materials and resources, including modules aligned with seo certification course, google ads course, and google analytics course content.

    Yes, finance and installment options are available to help you manage your investment in this online digital marketing course more comfortably while building skills required for digital marketing leadership.

    Participants will gain hands-on experience with popular tools like Google Analytics, Google Ads, email marketing tools, and social media management platforms. These tools support digital campaign management, marketing automation training, and digital marketing analytics—core components of effective digital marketing classes.

    The IIM Indore Executive Programme in Digital Marketing is considered among the best due to its well-rounded curriculum, expert faculty, and focus on practical, industry-ready skills such as digital growth strategy programme design and customer acquisition strategy. The program also stands out among other digital marketing courses because it is backed by a premier institution like IIM Indore.

    A Digital Marketer is responsible for creating digital marketing strategies, managing digital campaign management, optimising SEO, executing paid media strategy, driving content marketing certification initiatives, managing email marketing strategy, analysing performance data using digital marketing analytics, and staying updated with the latest trends—skills that are thoroughly covered in comprehensive digital marketing classes and essential for how to become a digital marketing manager.

    Early registrations are encouraged. Seats fill up quickly!

    Flexible payment options available.

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