Santander Open Academy
Learn digital skills in Spanish, English or Portuguese with the Digital Marketing course endorsed by The University of Chicago. Certification to be completed.
Santander Open Academy is an educational platform that has positioned itself as an excellent option for those who want to improve their digital skills, especially in digital marketing. The Digital Marketing course we offer, developed in collaboration with The University of Chicago, is completely online, free and is open until the end of 2025. Any person over 18 years old can enroll, regardless of their country of residence or level of previous experience.
The courses can be completed at your own pace, with an estimated duration of 8 academic hours. Furthermore, it is available in Spanish, English and Portuguese, which gives international users a lot of flexibility. When you finish the course, you can obtain an official certificate that you can add to your LinkedIn profile or CV, thus increasing your job opportunities.
Step by step to begin
To start at Santander Open Academy you just need to create an account on the platform, search for the Digital Marketing course and click to sign up. You can then progress at your own pace and complete the modules according to your availability. After finishing all the sections and passing a brief test, you can request your certificate directly on the platform, which makes the process very simple.
Points in favor
One of the main advantages is that the course is completely free and financed by Banco Santander, so it does not imply any economic risk. Furthermore, the certification is supported by an institution of international prestige, which is good for the quality of the content.
The flexibility to do it at your own pace and from any place also stands out, as does the possibility of studying in different languages, covering a very wide audience.
Points to improve
The content is only available when you have an internet connection, which could be a limitation for those who prefer to study without being connected. Furthermore, interaction is limited, as it is aimed at self-learning and there are no live sessions or access to tutors.
Verdict
Santander Open Academy represents one of the best alternatives to train in digital skills for free and with an official certificate. Ideal for those looking to improve their professional profile without investing money or adhering to strict schedules.