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1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Understand how brands capture attention through visibility cues, memory triggers, and consistent audience touchpoints across channels.

  • Build compelling brand stories and identity systems that strengthen recognition and shape how audiences emotionally connect with your brand.

  • Use digital channels, creative formats, and platform-based strategies to expand reach and grow audience familiarity at scale.

  • Track awareness growth using performance metrics, sentiment data, and dashboards that help refine campaigns for sustained impact.

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This course is part of the AI-Driven Brand Strategy: From Fundamentals to Growth Specialization
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There are 4 modules in this course

Building a memorable brand requires more than great products, it demands clear identity, strategic storytelling, and consistent visibility across every touchpoint. This course offers a complete, practical journey into how brands earn recall, build trust, and sustain strong awareness in competitive markets. Through real case studies, interactive exercises, and hands-on branding tools, you’ll learn how to shape perception, increase reach, and measure what matters.

You’ll begin by exploring how awareness works, how consumers form perceptions, what drives recall, and why certain brands stand out. You’ll review global and local case studies to understand what makes awareness campaigns effective. Next, you’ll learn how brands shape identity and positioning through visuals, messaging, segmentation, and differentiation. You’ll also explore how social, content, and paid media channels expand reach across digital platforms. Finally, you’ll dive into measurement and optimization, using KPIs, sentiment insights, and dashboards to track awareness and refine campaign decisions. By the end of this course, you will be able to: -Identify and apply the key elements that shape brand visibility, recognition, and recall. -Build strong brand identities and positioning strategies tailored to target audiences. -Use social, content, and paid media channels to enhance visibility across digital platforms. -Measure and optimize awareness using KPIs, sentiment insights, and reporting dashboards. Disclaimer: This is an independent educational resource created by Board Infinity for informational and educational purposes only. This course is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or officially associated with any company, organization, or certification body unless explicitly stated. The content provided is based on industry knowledge and best practices but does not constitute official training material for any specific employer or certification program. All company names, trademarks, service marks, and logos referenced are the property of their respective owners and are used solely for educational identification and comparison purposes.

This module lays the foundation for understanding how and why brands capture audience attention and trust. Through a blend of storytelling videos, interactive tools, and real-world case studies, learners will explore the key components of brand awareness—visibility, recognition, recall, and reputation—and how each influences consumer perception. The module dives into the psychology of how consumers remember brands, differentiating between recall and recognition, and examines global and local campaigns from leaders like Nike and Airbnb. Learners will engage in practical simulations such as “Build-A-Brand” and “Brand Match” to experiment with awareness strategies and evaluate what drives memorability. By the end of the module, participants will be able to analyze successful awareness initiatives, identify core awareness metrics, and perform a mini brand audit using provided frameworks.

What's included

9 videos5 readings4 assignments1 discussion prompt1 plugin

9 videosTotal 28 minutes
  • Introduction to the Course2 minutes
  • Why Brand Awareness Matters3 minutes
  • Anatomy of Awareness: Visibility to Reputation2 minutes
  • How Consumers Remember Brands5 minutes
  • Recall vs. Recognition4 minutes
  • When to Use What4 minutes
  • Nike’s Emotional Branding1 minute
  • Airbnb’s Belong Anywhere1 minute
  • Local Success: Farmer’s Market Story5 minutes
5 readingsTotal 65 minutes
  • Syllabus15 minutes
  • Glossary5 minutes
  • The Awareness Funnel Explained15 minutes
  • Memory and Marketing15 minutes
  • What Made Them Memorable?15 minutes
4 assignmentsTotal 105 minutes
  • Graded Quiz: Introduction to Brand Awareness60 minutes
  • What is Brand Awareness?15 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Recall vs. Recognition15 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Case Studies in Brand Awareness15 minutes
1 discussion promptTotal 5 minutes
  • Meet and Greet5 minutes
1 pluginTotal 5 minutes
  • Quick Course Check-In5 minutes

This module focuses on building a strong brand identity and positioning it effectively in the market. Learners will discover how visual and verbal elements—such as logos, color schemes, tone, and messaging—shape audience perception and brand trust. Through interactive tools like “Identity Builder” and “Persona Creator,” participants will design cohesive brand systems and develop audience profiles using segmentation and targeting techniques. The module also introduces positioning frameworks, competitive mapping, and differentiation strategies, supported by real-world case studies such as Slack’s rebranding and Tesla vs. Toyota’s market positioning. By integrating these concepts, learners will craft a strategic brief that connects identity, audience insight, and value proposition into a unified brand direction. By the end of this module, participants will be able to clearly define what makes a brand distinctive, apply targeting strategies to align with consumer needs, and position their brand for lasting market relevance.

What's included

8 videos3 readings4 assignments

8 videosTotal 50 minutes
  • Visual Identity in Action7 minutes
  • Finding Your Voice6 minutes
  • Unified Messaging7 minutes
  • What is Segmentation?6 minutes
  • Targeting that Converts7 minutes
  • Positioning Strategy 1016 minutes
  • The Differentiation Equation6 minutes
  • When Brands Go Off-Position5 minutes
3 readingsTotal 45 minutes
  • Visual vs. Verbal Identity15 minutes
  • Audience Archetypes15 minutes
  • Positioning Grid Toolkit15 minutes
4 assignmentsTotal 105 minutes
  • Graded Quiz: Branding Fundamentals and Strategy60 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Brand Identity Basics15 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Segmentation and Targeting15 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Positioning and Differentiation15 minutes

This module equips learners with the knowledge and tools to expand brand reach in the digital landscape. This module explores how social media platforms, paid advertising, and owned media work together to build awareness and engagement. Learners will gain practical experience using digital tools like Google Analytics, Meta Ads Manager, and Google Trends to measure reach, analyze audience behavior, and refine campaign performance. Through interactive plugins such as “Media Mixer,” “Tool Tracker,” and “Planner Pro,” participants will design mock digital campaigns, match tools to KPIs, and craft effective content calendars tailored to specific platforms and audiences. The lessons emphasize storytelling, content alignment, and consistency as key drivers of visibility. By the end of this module, learners will be able to develop integrated digital awareness strategies that combine the right channels, tools, and content to maximize impact.

What's included

8 videos3 readings4 assignments

8 videosTotal 34 minutes
  • Platform Deep Dive5 minutes
  • What Works Where4 minutes
  • From Post to Presence4 minutes
  • The Tool Stack5 minutes
  • Metrics That Matter4 minutes
  • Content Crafting4 minutes
  • Audience First4 minutes
  • Plan with Purpose4 minutes
3 readingsTotal 45 minutes
  • Channel Selection Matrix15 minutes
  • Measurement Map15 minutes
  • Content Strategy Playbook15 minutes
4 assignmentsTotal 105 minutes
  • Graded Quiz: Digital Channels and Brand Visibility60 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Exploring Digital Channels15 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Digital Tools for Reach15 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Content Strategy for Awareness15 minutes

This module focuses on evaluating, interpreting, and enhancing the effectiveness of branding efforts. Learners will explore key performance metrics such as impressions, reach, engagement, and brand lift to understand how awareness translates into measurable impact. The module introduces advanced techniques in brand sentiment analysis and social listening to gauge audience perception and respond proactively to feedback or crises. Through hands-on tools like “KPI Challenge,” “Listening Lab,” and “Dashboard Designer,” participants will learn how to connect data to insights, visualize results, and create dynamic reporting dashboards using platforms like Google Data Studio and Tableau. Real-world examples and case exercises guide learners in identifying what drives positive brand sentiment and sustained visibility. By the end of this module, participants will be able to build comprehensive measurement frameworks, interpret performance data with confidence, and optimize campaigns for long-term brand growth—culminating their learning journey with data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement strategies.

What's included

9 videos4 readings4 assignments

9 videosTotal 39 minutes
  • Measuring What Matters4 minutes
  • Beyond Clicks4 minutes
  • From Metric to Meaning5 minutes
  • The Voice of the Audience5 minutes
  • Responding to Sentiment5 minutes
  • What Belongs in a Dashboard5 minutes
  • Tool Walkthroughs5 minutes
  • Telling the Data Story4 minutes
  • Course Closure - Gratitude !2 minutes
4 readingsTotal 50 minutes
  • Awareness Analytics 10115 minutes
  • Sentiment Snapshots15 minutes
  • Case Study5 minutes
  • Report Builder Guide15 minutes
4 assignmentsTotal 105 minutes
  • Graded Quiz: Measuring and Optimizing Brand Awareness60 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Key Metrics and KPIs15 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Brand Sentiment and Listening15 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Building a Dashboard15 minutes

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Frequently asked questions

It’s designed for marketers, founders, brand managers, creators, and early professionals who want to improve brand visibility and build long-term awareness across digital and traditional channels.

Not required. The course introduces all core concepts with examples, templates, and guided exercises so beginners and intermediates can follow easily.

The course is structured for 4 weeks at 3–4 hours per week, but you can complete it at your own pace faster or slower depending on your schedule.

Yes. You’ll have access to discussion prompts, AI-guided assignments, and a peer community to help clarify doubts and share insights when needed.

Yes. You’ll analyse global brands like Nike and Airbnb, as well as smaller local brands, to understand how awareness is created across different markets.

Yes. You’ll complete a hands-on brand awareness plan, mapping identity, selecting channels, and designing basic reporting dashboards for evaluation.

Definitely. You’ll learn how to create early visibility, build a distinct identity, and apply awareness strategies tailored to limited budgets.

The course includes intermediate-level strategy, tools, and frameworks, so even experienced marketers will gain clarity on positioning, metrics, and modern brand visibility.

Absolutely. Every module includes practical activities, identity mapping, content planning, KPI tracking, that you can directly apply to ongoing campaigns or brand projects.

Yes, you’ll learn the fundamentals of search ads, display ads, and how paid media supports brand visibility.

You’ll learn key metrics such as impressions, reach, engagement, sentiment, and brand lift and how to interpret them.

Yes. The course includes tools and techniques for reading reviews, mining social sentiment, and understanding how audiences perceive a brand.

Yes. You’ll learn what to include in a brand awareness dashboard, which tools to use, and how to tell a clear data story.

Definitely. The frameworks and tools taught are flexible and can be used for start-ups, local businesses, growing brands, or individual creators.

Yes. You’ll learn to combine identity, audience insights, digital channels, and measurement into a repeatable strategy for sustained visibility.

To access the course materials, assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience when you enroll in a course. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid. The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.

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. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile.

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.

Financial aid available,