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  "college": "merced-college",
  "edition": "2026-2027",
  "departmentName": "School of Business and Economics",
  "id": "school-business-economics--social-media-ce",
  "name": "Social Media",
  "award": "Certificate",
  "department": "school-business-economics",
  "sourceUrl": "https://catalog.mccd.edu/schools/programs/school-business-economics/programs/social-media-ce",
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      "markdown": "This certificate focuses on social networks, social media tools and strategies. Whether for business, for non-profit, or for fun, courses within the certificate introduce how to effectively use social media and how to develop best practices.\n\nA Certificate of Proficiency will be awarded upon successful completion of the required courses below. For successful completion a student must complete the requirements with a minimum grade of a 2.0 in each course required for the certificate.\n\n## Program Student Learning Outcomes\n\nA. Use advanced technological modes of communication and data delivery to assist clients.\n\nB. Develop a social media strategy plan.\n\n## Program Requirements:"
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