Social Media Management

Postgraduate | 2026

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Mode
Mode
Your studies will be on-campus, and may include some online delivery
On campus
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Area/Catalogue
MDIA 5002
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Course ID
202347
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Campus
Adelaide City Campus West
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
Course owner
Course owner
School of Comm, Media and Jour
Course coordinator
Course coordinator
Saira Ali
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Course level
1
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
No
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
The fee you pay will depend on the number and type of courses you study.
Yes
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University-wide elective course
Yes
Single course enrollment
Single course enrolment
Yes

Course overview

This course employs a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical application, ensuring students gain an advanced understanding of social media management principles and develop real-world skills. Through client-based, hands-on learning, students will enhance their ability to communicate strategically and create content aligned with the goals of businesses, charities, sports organisations, and personal brands in a rapidly evolving media landscape. Students will engage with digital content strategy, plan and evaluate digital communication, and interpret social media analytics. They will also produce original content and compile a professional portfolio that reflects applied strategic thinking. 

  • Strategic Orientation
  • Insight & Evaluation 
  • Strategy in Action

Course learning outcomes

  • Critically evaluate how social media management principles operate within shifting technological, professional and cultural environments.
  • Apply advanced theoretical knowledge to analyse social media practices across diverse industries and communication contexts
  • Develop and assess digital content strategies using data-driven insights drawn from social media analytics.
  • Create digital content to a professional standard and reflect on production processes to enhance strategic communication outcomes.

Availability

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Census date
Fri 27/03/2026
Enrol by date
Enrol by date
Fri 13/03/2026
Last day to W
Last day to W
Fri 10/04/2026
Last day to WF
Last day to WF
Fri 08/05/2026

Class details

Adelaide City Campus West

Class number
Class number 30131
Section
Section LE01
Size
Size 80
Available
Available 66
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
- Adelaide City Campus West ,
Class number
Class number 27813
Section
Section WS01
Size
Size 20
Available
Available 17
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
23 Feb - 13 Apr Monday 11:10am - 2pm Adelaide City Campus West Barbara Hanrahan, BH4-18
4 May - 1 Jun Monday 11:10am - 2pm Adelaide City Campus West Barbara Hanrahan, BH4-18
Class number
Class number 27812
Section
Section WS02
Size
Size 20
Available
Available 9
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
26 Feb - 16 Apr Thursday 12:10pm - 3pm Adelaide City Campus West Jeffrey Smart, JS5-11
7 May - 4 Jun Thursday 12:10pm - 3pm Adelaide City Campus West Jeffrey Smart, JS5-11
Class number
Class number 29067
Section
Section WS03
Size
Size 20
Available
Available 20
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
27 Feb - 17 Apr Friday 8:10am - 11am Adelaide City Campus West Barbara Hanrahan, BH4-19
8 May - 5 Jun Friday 8:10am - 11am Adelaide City Campus West Barbara Hanrahan, BH4-19
Class number
Class number 29066
Section
Section WS04
Size
Size 20
Available
Available 20
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
26 Feb - 16 Apr Thursday 3:10pm - 6pm Adelaide City Campus West Jeffrey Smart, JS2-08
7 May - 4 Jun Thursday 3:10pm - 6pm Adelaide City Campus West Jeffrey Smart, JS2-08

Prerequisite(s)

N/A

Corequisite(s)

N/A

Antirequisite(s)

N/A

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