Search Engine Marketing

Learn the fundamentals of Search Engine Marketing, Google Ads and Pay-Per-Click advertising, including bidding, ad structure, SEO vs SEM and how search marketing drives business growth.

Bestseller 4.7 (2,847 ratings) 8,234 students

Created by Dr. Pritesh Patel

Last updated 03/2026 English English [Auto]

What you'll learn

Understand the basics of Search Engine Marketing and paid search
Learn how PPC advertising works in digital marketing
Explore Google Ads and its campaign structure
Understand SEM hierarchy, elements and bidding models
Learn how ad copies are written and used in SEM campaigns
Compare SEO and SEM with practical examples and studies
Explore the evolution of Google Search
Understand how search is changing the digital world
Review key SEM concepts through the course summary

Course content

4 sections • 10 lectures • 2 hours total length

Requirements

  • No prior SEM knowledge required
  • Basic understanding of internet and search engines
  • Interest in digital marketing and online advertising

Description

Master the fundamentals of Search Engine Marketing (SEM) and learn how businesses use Google Ads, Pay-Per-Click (PPC) advertising, and paid search strategies to reach the right audience, drive targeted traffic, and grow online revenue. This practical, beginner-friendly course is designed for marketing students, digital learners, business owners, freelancers, and professionals who want to understand how search marketing works and how paid campaigns support business growth.

Throughout this course, you will explore the core principles of SEM, including paid search, Google Ads campaign structure, bidding models, ad copywriting, keyword targeting, campaign hierarchy, and performance-based advertising. You will also learn how SEM differs from SEO, how search advertising has evolved over time, and how Google Search continues to shape the digital marketing landscape.

Using clear explanations, real-world examples, and practical insights, this course will help you understand how to build effective search marketing campaigns, organize ad accounts, choose the right bidding approach, and create ads that attract clicks and conversions. You will also gain a stronger understanding of how search engines, advertisers, and users interact in the paid search ecosystem.

By the end of this course, you will have a solid foundation in SEM strategy, Google Ads, PPC advertising, SEO vs SEM, search campaign structure, and search marketing best practices , giving you the confidence to apply these concepts in real digital marketing projects or professional roles.

If you want to learn how paid search advertising works and how brands use Search Engine Marketing to achieve measurable results, this course is the perfect starting point.

Who this course is for:

  • Marketing students and beginners
  • Digital marketing learners
  • Business owners and entrepreneurs
  • Freelancers and agency professionals
  • Anyone who wants to understand Google Ads and paid search advertising

Instructor

Dr. Pritesh Patel

Founder & Coach — BaseCamp Digital | Ex-Meta · Ex-Yahoo · ISB Alumni | Doctorate in Gen AI

4.9 Instructor Rating 8,000+ Students

With 21+ years of experience in digital marketing and AI, Dr.Pritesh Patel has trained professionals from top companies like Times of India, OLX, Network18, and more. His practical approach combines industry insights with hands-on learning.