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  • What Is Social Media?
    Social media is an umbrella term that defines the various activities that integrate technology, social interaction, and the construction of words … en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Social_media A category of sites that ...
  • What is the CSM Designation?
    The CSM Designation is the entry level designation offered by the Social Media Marketing Institute. Individuals may earn the CSM designation by completing a Two day course of study which includes ...
  • Why a designation?
    The Merriman-Webster Dictionary defines a designation as “ the act of indicating or identifying” . The designation allows people to identify students who have completed the Certified Social Media Marketing ...
  • Does earning the CSM designation make your students experts?
    No. It impossible to make someone an expert on all facets of social media in two days. It takes years of study and practice to make someone an expert. ...
  • Why do you have a Code of Ethics?
    We believe individuals and businesses need to engage online in a responsible and ethical manner. We expect people who belong to the Social Media Marketing Council to abide by the ...