Google Ads Intro Course

Create, target and launch profitable Google Ads campaigns on this practical one-day course.

Covers account structure, keyword research, ad copy, bidding and campaign planning.

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Google Ads Intro course

Google Ads Intro Course

Google Ads Intro Course

In this Introduction to Google Ads course, you will learn the fundamentals of running successful online ad campaigns. Learn how to identify and reach your target audience effectively, generate great copy for ads and use keyword research to optimise your AdWords campaign.

Understand the concept of PPC (pay per click) and how it fits into your overall marketing strategy, maximising your ad spend and achieving your marketing goals. This course will give you the skills to plan and action a Google Ads campaign that will drive targeted traffic to your website.

Once you've completed this course, our Google Ads Advanced course covers account auditing, advanced bidding, automation and Analytics integration.
Duration icon

One Day

Timings icon

10:00 - 16:30 UK Time

  • Key Learning Points

  • icon Understand how Google Ads works and how ads are ranked
  • icon Set up account structure, settings and billing
  • icon Write compelling ad copy and set up extensions
  • icon Research, select and group keywords effectively
  • icon Plan, build and launch your first campaign

If attending an online course you must have a licensed copy of any software required and access to a suitable computer.

You need no previous experience to attend this course.

Who is this course for?

Suited to marketers, business owners and anyone responsible for paid search who wants to run effective Google Ads campaigns. No prior PPC experience required.

Our Expert Team
Expert Trainers

Course leader is an experienced industry expert

Course Dates Days Location Places RRP Discount You Pay
29th Jul 26 Wed London Islington Available £399.00 £50.00 £349.00 + VAT
16th Oct 26 Fri Online Available £399.00 £399.00 + VAT
16th Dec 26 Wed Online Available £399.00 £399.00 + VAT
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Course Dates Days Location Places RRP Discount You Pay
29th Jul 26 Wed London Islington Available £399.00 £50.00 £349.00 + VAT
Course Dates Days Location Places RRP Discount You Pay
16th Oct 26 Fri Online Available £399.00 £399.00 + VAT
16th Dec 26 Wed Online Available £399.00 £399.00 + VAT
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Course Dates

29th Jul 26 (Wed)

Location:London Islington

Places: Available

RRP: £399.00

Discount: £50.00

You Pay: £349.00 + VAT
16th Oct 26 (Fri)

Location:Online

Places: Available

RRP: £399.00

Discount:

You Pay: £399.00 + VAT
16th Dec 26 (Wed)

Location:Online

Places: Available

RRP: £399.00

Discount:

You Pay: £399.00 + VAT

Course Outline

1

Getting started

  • Logging in to Ads / Creating an account
  • Walking through the interface
  • Basic account administration
  • Changing and showing different columns in reports
2

Overview of how Ads work

  • What is PPC advertising
  • How does Google operate Ads
  • What different kind of Ads can I create
  • How does Google select and rank the Ads it shows
  • What is Quality Score and why is it important
3

Understanding Account structure

  • Account level settings and billing
  • What is a campaign
  • What is an Ad Group and how do I use it
  • Where do Ads live in my account
  • What is the relationship between Ads and Keywords
  • About status (enabled, paused, removed)
4

Historical Ad performance

  • The overview report
  • Which keywords are working well
  • Which ads are working well
  • Overview of conversions
5

Planning a simple campaign

  • Pre planning your campaign
  • Defining your landing page
  • Thinking about some keywords
  • Planning your campaign settings
  • Budget, Bid, Geography, Language, Scheduling, Audience
  • Planning your Ad content
  • General ideas on good copy for Ads
  • Planning your Extensions
6

Keyword research and selection

  • About the keyword planner
  • Assessing keywords and traffic projections
  • A better idea of costs and budget
  • Adding words to a keyword plan
  • Projected plan performance
  • Adjusting Max CPC to hit targets
  • Refining keywords with match modifiers
  • About negative keywords
  • Moving your plan into your account
7

Carrying out your campaign plan

  • Adding a new search campaign to Ads and setting a key objective
  • Allocating budget and setting bid method
  • Working through the campaign settings
  • Adding an Adgroup and your keywords
8

Creating an Ad

  • Ad your ad copy (headings and descriptions)
  • Insert the Final URL
  • Adding the page path
  • Assigning any extensions
9

Questions and answers

  • This course is also available as a private course. If you wish we can tailor the content for your team. Please contact us for more details.

Who attends?

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Career Progressives

Professionals who wish to develop skills for their current role and companies who believe in developing their talent.

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Career Changers

People seeking opportunities which require new skills. Industry relevant training for those pursuing a new role.

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Graduates

Certified courses for those who have earned their theoretical stripes, but need to prove capability to future employers.

Learn Your Way

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Face To Face

Learn face-to-face with expert mentors in a dynamic setting that inspires growth and confidence.

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Live Online

Join remotely with expert mentors in real time — flexible, interactive learning that fits your lifestyle.

Team Training

Team Training

Upskill your team together. Build your team and develop consistency, and collective confidence.

Three Steps To Success

1

Identify Your Path

Define your direction with purpose, aligning your learning journey to personal and career goals.

2

Learn With Experts

Gain practical insight from real-world experts who bring clarity, confidence, and momentum to your growth.

3

Earn Certification

Your certificate of attendance is proof of progress — benchmarking your skills and commitment to growth.

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