In today’s data-driven marketing world, the ability to predict outcomes is a superpower. Forecasting for Marketers: Mastering Google Analytics helps professionals turn historical data into forward-looking insights that drive measurable results. Across 16 hours of immersive lessons, you’ll learn to merge marketing intuition with analytics precision, discovering how to forecast campaign performance, customer behavior, and ROI with confidence.


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What you'll learn
Apply core forecasting methods to real-world marketing and campaign planning.
Use Google Analytics data to generate and validate predictive models.
Integrate forecasts into decision-making, planning, and performance reviews.
Communicate insights effectively through dashboards and storytelling.
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December 2025
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There are 4 modules in this course
This foundational module introduces learners to the essential principles of marketing forecasting. Through case-based learning, participants explore how forecasting drives campaign success, revenue planning, and customer targeting. Learners compare major forecasting approaches, analyze their applications, and gain hands-on exposure through interactive simulations and case reviews. By the end of this module, participants will be able to connect forecasting theory to real-world marketing outcomes and prepare to work with analytics data in later modules.
What's included
9 videos4 readings4 assignments1 discussion prompt1 plugin
This module provides a deep dive into the role of Google Analytics (GA) in collecting, processing, and interpreting marketing data for forecasting purposes. Learners explore how GA tracks user behavior, captures critical performance metrics, and provides actionable insights. The module also emphasizes configuring GA for accuracy through filters, UTM parameters, and data validation practices. By the end, learners gain hands-on proficiency in using GA as a foundation for forecasting precision and reliability.
What's included
6 videos3 readings4 assignments1 plugin
This module focuses on transforming raw data into actionable forecasts through the application of statistical and analytical modeling techniques. Learners will explore key statistical principles, learn how to prepare and clean data, and build predictive models using regression and time-series analysis. Through guided simulations, learners will validate model accuracy and refine outputs for campaign optimization. By mastering model construction and validation, learners will bridge the gap between analytics and decision-making.
What's included
6 videos3 readings4 assignments1 plugin
The final module integrates all learned concepts into strategic decision-making. Learners will use forecast insights to design data-informed marketing plans, evaluate campaign outcomes, and present actionable recommendations to stakeholders. The focus is on converting data into narrative—using storytelling, visualization, and presentation frameworks that resonate with diverse audiences. Learners conclude the course by developing a comprehensive, forecast-driven marketing strategy ready for implementation.
What's included
6 videos3 readings4 assignments1 plugin
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Frequently asked questions
Marketers, analysts, and growth professionals looking to forecast performance and ROI more accurately.
No, concepts are explained using clear, marketing-relevant examples and guided exercises.
Yes, examples and dashboards are based on GA4, with references to legacy terms when helpful.
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