Course Overview:
This course is designed to help businesses, marketers, and sellers master the fundamentals and advanced strategies of Amazon Advertising to effectively drive traffic, boost sales, and increase visibility on Amazon. Whether you are new to Amazon Ads or seeking to optimize your current advertising campaigns, this course provides all the necessary knowledge and tools to succeed.
Module 1: Introduction to Amazon Advertising
Overview of Amazon Ads
- Understanding Amazon's advertising ecosystem
- Types of Amazon Ads: Sponsored Products, Sponsored Brands, Sponsored Display, and Stores
- The role of advertising in Amazon’s A9 search algorithm
Why Advertising on Amazon Matters
- The growing importance of Amazon in eCommerce
- How ads improve organic rankings
- Key metrics to measure ad success
Module 2: Setting Up Your Amazon Advertising Account
Creating an Amazon Seller Central Account
- Steps to create and manage your Amazon Seller Central account
- Understanding the advertising console interface
Choosing the Right Advertising Type
- Differences between Sponsored Products, Sponsored Brands, and Sponsored Display
- How to select the best ad type for your products
Module 3: Sponsored Product Ads
Setting Up Sponsored Products Campaign
- How to create a Sponsored Products campaign from scratch
- Keyword targeting: Broad, Phrase, and Exact Match
- Understanding automatic vs. manual targeting
Optimizing Sponsored Products Campaigns
- Bidding strategies: Dynamic vs. Fixed Bids
- Adjusting bids for maximum ROI
- Optimizing for keywords and negative keywords
Analyzing Performance & Reporting
- Key metrics: Click-Through Rate (CTR), Cost Per Click (CPC), Advertising Cost of Sale (ACOS)
- How to read Amazon's advertising reports and adjust campaigns accordingly
Module 4: Sponsored Brands and Sponsored Display
Sponsored Brands Overview
- What is Sponsored Brands and how it can boost brand visibility
- Creating a Sponsored Brands campaign: Headline Search Ads and Product Collection Ads
Sponsored Display Ads
- Targeting by interest, audience, and product views
- When to use Sponsored Display Ads for remarketing
- Managing display ad placements
Combining Sponsored Products and Sponsored Brands
- How to use both types together for effective campaigns
- Best practices for cross-channel advertising
Module 5: Campaign Optimization Strategies
Advanced Bidding Strategies
- Manual and automatic bidding: when and how to use both
- Using the bid+ feature for better performance
Targeting Strategies for Maximum Exposure
- Keyword research and long-tail keywords for better targeting
- Using negative keywords to reduce wasted spend
- Customizing your audience for improved targeting
A/B Testing
- What is A/B testing and how to perform tests on your ads
- Key elements to test: Headlines, images, CTAs, and more
Module 6: Data-Driven Decision Making
Understanding Key Metrics
- The most important metrics for Amazon Ads: CTR, ACOS, CPC, ROAS, etc.
- How to interpret Amazon’s ad reports to make data-driven decisions
Using Amazon Attribution
- What is Amazon Attribution and how to use it for cross-channel insights
- Tracking off-Amazon traffic and its impact on your Amazon sales
Module 7: Scaling Your Amazon Ads
Scaling Your Campaigns
- How to scale your Amazon ads for maximum reach
- When and how to increase your budget and bids effectively
Optimizing for Profitability
- Focusing on high-converting keywords and ads
- How to optimize product listings to boost your ads’ performance
Module 8: Troubleshooting and Common Pitfalls
Troubleshooting Common Advertising Issues
- Understanding low impressions and poor ad performance
- Common mistakes to avoid when running Amazon Ads
Adjusting Campaigns Based on Results
- Identifying underperforming campaigns
- How to refine your targeting and creatives for better results
Module 9: Advanced Strategies and New Features
Leveraging Amazon DSP (Demand-Side Platform)
- Understanding the basics of Amazon DSP for programmatic advertising
- How to use DSP for display ads, video ads, and retargeting
New Features and Trends
- Keeping up with Amazon’s advertising innovations
- Best practices for leveraging new features and changes
Course Completion & Certification:
- At the end of the course, participants will be provided with a certificate of completion.
- Optional practical assignments to demonstrate your understanding of Amazon Ads.
Who Should Take This Course?
- Amazon Sellers
- Digital Marketers
- eCommerce Entrepreneurs
- Marketing Managers
- Anyone looking to improve their advertising skills on Amazon
Course Requirements:
- Basic understanding of Amazon Seller Central
- No prior experience in advertising required
- Desire to learn and optimize Amazon Ads for better sales