Syllabus

Programmatic Advertising Course Curriculum

Master Programmatic Advertising with Industry-Focused Training

The Programmatic Advertising Certification Course is designed to provide comprehensive knowledge of modern advertising technologies, automated media buying, audience targeting, campaign optimization, reporting, and performance analysis. Through practical exercises, live campaign demonstrations, and real-world case studies, learners will develop the skills required to successfully manage programmatic advertising campaigns.

Module 1: Introduction to the Programmatic Ecosystem

Build a strong foundation in programmatic advertising and understand how the advertising technology ecosystem operates.

Topics Covered

• Overview of Programmatic Advertising

• Understanding the Programmatic Ecosystem

• Buy Side vs Sell Side Advertising

• Demand-Side Platforms (DSPs)

• Supply-Side Platforms (SSPs)

• Real-Time Bidding (RTB) Process and Workflow

• Introduction to DV360

• Introduction to Campaign Manager 360 (CM360)

• Digital Marketing Fundamentals

• Ad Tech Ecosystem Overview

• Ad Servers and Their Role in Advertising

Key Learning Outcomes

• Understand how programmatic advertising works

• Learn the complete advertising technology ecosystem

• Understand advertiser and publisher interactions

• Explore automated media buying processes

Module 2: DV360 Campaign Management

Gain practical knowledge of campaign creation, management, and optimization using Display & Video 360 (DV360).

Topics Covered

Platform Fundamentals

• DV360 Platform Introduction

• User Interface Walkthrough

• Navigation and Dashboard Management

Entity Hierarchy

• Partner

• Advertiser

• Campaign

• Insertion Order (IO)

• Line Item

Campaign Setup

• Partner and Advertiser Configuration

• Campaign Creation

• Insertion Order Setup

• Line Item Configuration

• Budget Allocation

• Pacing Strategies

Creative Management

• Display Advertising Creatives

• Video Advertising Creatives

• YouTube Advertising Formats

• Native Advertising Formats

• Creative Specifications and Best Practices

Key Learning Outcomes

• Configure campaigns efficiently

• Manage campaign structures

• Allocate budgets effectively

• Deploy multi-format advertising campaigns

Module 3: Audience Targeting Capabilities

Learn how to identify, segment, and target audiences using advanced programmatic advertising techniques.

Topics Covered

Audience Types

• First-Party Audiences

• Third-Party Audiences

Custom Segments

• Affinity Audiences

• Intent-Based Audiences

• Custom Audience Creation

Inventory Types

• Open Auction Inventory

• Deals and Private Marketplaces (PMP)

• Programmatic Guaranteed (PG)

Advanced Targeting

• Geographic Targeting

• Device Targeting

• Audience Expansion

• Frequency Capping

Key Learning Outcomes

• Build highly targeted campaigns

• Improve audience engagement

• Reduce advertising waste

• Increase campaign efficiency

Module 4: Advanced Programmatic Strategy

Learn advanced strategies used by leading advertisers to improve campaign performance and maximize return on investment.

Topics Covered

Programmatic Advertising Deep Concepts

• Programmatic 101 Advanced Concepts

• Industry Trends and Innovations

Audience Strategy

• Audience Planning

• Customer Journey Mapping

• Audience Lifecycle Management

Full-Funnel Marketing

• Awareness Campaigns

• Consideration Campaigns

• Conversion Campaigns

• Retention Strategies

Data Management Platforms (DMPs)

• DMP Fundamentals

• Data Activation

• Audience Enrichment

Brand Safety & Verification

• Brand Safety Controls

• Fraud Prevention

• Inventory Verification

• Inventory Quality Management

Optimization Techniques

• Bid Optimization

• Creative Optimization

• Audience Optimization

• Budget Optimization

Key Learning Outcomes

• Create full-funnel advertising strategies

• Improve campaign effectiveness

• Enhance audience targeting accuracy

• Protect brand reputation through safe advertising practices

Module 5: Reporting & Performance Analysis

Understand how to evaluate campaign success through reporting, attribution, and performance optimization.

Topics Covered

Basic Reporting

• Campaign Monitoring

• KPI Tracking

• Performance Measurement

Advanced Reporting

• Custom Reporting

• Audience Analysis

• Campaign Performance Reports

Attribution Models

• First-Touch Attribution

• Last-Touch Attribution

• Multi-Touch Attribution

Optimization Insights

• Performance Diagnostics

• Trend Analysis

• Campaign Recommendations

DV360 & CM360 Reporting

• Custom Dashboards

• Automated Reporting

• Data Visualization

Key Learning Outcomes

• Analyze campaign performance

• Generate actionable insights

• Optimize campaigns using data

• Improve marketing ROI

Module 6: Practical Exposure & Real-World Application

Develop job-ready skills through hands-on exercises and real-world campaign simulations.

Practical Learning Includes

• Industry Case Studies

• Live Campaign Walkthroughs

• Hands-On Projects

• Campaign Setup Exercises

• Real-Time Campaign Monitoring

• Campaign Optimization Activities

• Performance Analysis Exercises

Key Learning Outcomes

• Apply concepts in real-world scenarios

• Gain platform experience

• Develop campaign management skills

• Build confidence using industry tools

Who Should Learn Programmatic Advertising?

This course is ideal for:

• Digital Marketing Professionals

• Media Buyers

• Performance Marketers

• Campaign Managers

• Brand Managers

• Marketing Executives

• Advertising Specialists

• Data Analysts

• Business Owners

• Entrepreneurs

• Students and Graduates

Recommended Knowledge

Although there are no mandatory prerequisites, learners will benefit from:

• Basic understanding of digital marketing concepts

• Familiarity with online advertising platforms

• Knowledge of data analytics fundamentals

Skills You Will Master

By completing this Programmatic Advertising curriculum, you will gain expertise in:

• Programmatic Advertising Fundamentals

• Display & Video 360 (DV360)

• Campaign Manager 360 (CM360)

• Real-Time Bidding (RTB)

• Audience Segmentation

• Programmatic Media Buying

• Campaign Optimization

• Data Analytics

• Attribution Modeling

• Brand Safety

• Inventory Management

• Reporting & Performance Analysis

Learn Programmatic Advertising with Nevolearn

Through Nevolearn, learners gain access to a structured Programmatic Advertising curriculum, practical projects, industry case studies, expert-led training, and certification support designed to build real-world expertise.

Why Choose Nevolearn?

• Industry-Relevant Curriculum

• Practical Learning Experience

• Hands-On Platform Training

• Real-World Case Studies

• Flexible Online Learning

• Career-Oriented Certification

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