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Module 1: Introduction to Digital Analytics

  1. 1.1What is digital analytics?
  2. 1.2The four types of analytics
  3. 1.3Connecting analytics to business objectives and KPIs

Module 2: Analytics Data and Measurement Planning

  1. 2.1How to build a measurement plan
  2. 2.2Key metrics for each marketing channel
  3. 2.3Data sources, collection, and data quality
  4. 2.4Segmentation and personalization

Module 3: Web Analytics Fundamentals

  1. 3.1Users, sessions, page views, and events
  2. 3.2Traffic sources, channels, and UTM parameters
  3. 3.3Landing pages and user behavior
  4. 3.4Engagement metrics and conversion metrics
  5. 3.5Reading reports, trends, and anomalies

Module 4: Analytics Tools and Platforms

  1. 4.1Google Analytics 4 fundamentals
  2. 4.2Google Search Console performance data
  3. 4.3Adobe Analytics overview
  4. 4.4Tag management and tracking implementation
  5. 4.5Connecting tools and choosing the right stack

Module 5: Conversion Funnels and Optimization

  1. 5.1What is a conversion?
  2. 5.2Conversion funnels and drop-off points
  3. 5.3How to calculate conversion rate
  4. 5.4Prioritizing conversion improvements
  5. 5.5Introduction to A/B testing

Module 6: Digital Marketing Performance Analysis

  1. 6.1Measuring SEO and paid advertising performance
  2. 6.2Social, content, and landing page performance
  3. 6.3Comparing acquisition channels
  4. 6.4Evaluating campaigns and avoiding vanity metrics

Module 7: Reporting, Visualization, and Insights

  1. 7.1Building a marketing performance report
  2. 7.2Data visualization and dashboards
  3. 7.3Comparing periods and benchmarking
  4. 7.4Turning data into actionable recommendations

Module 8: Analytics Projects and Practical Assessment

  1. 8.1Analytics case study: Isla Coffee Co.
  2. 8.2Final assessment: digital analytics case study

How to build a measurement plan

Covered here

  • How to write SMART goals
  • The five steps of a measurement framework
  • What to agree on before tracking starts

Short answer

A measurement plan decides what to track before any data is collected. It links business objectives to SMART goals, KPIs, targets, and segments on one page. Without one, teams collect thousands of numbers and still have no answers. Build it in five steps, then share it with whoever sets up your tracking.

Goals by business type

Business typeObjectiveSMART goalKPI
E-commerce storeSell more onlineGrow online revenue 15% by Q4Revenue, conversion rate
B2B softwareGenerate leadsGet 300 demo requests per monthForm submissions, cost per lead
PublisherGrow audienceReach 100,000 monthly users by JuneUsers, returning user rate
Local serviceGet more bookingsIncrease calls and bookings 25% in 6 monthsCalls, booking form completions

The five steps

  1. Define objectives: list 2 to 4 business objectives.
  2. Set goals: turn each objective into a SMART goal.
  3. Choose KPIs: select 1 to 3 KPIs per goal.
  4. Set targets: add a number and a deadline for each KPI.
  5. Define segments: decide how to break data down, such as by channel, device, or new vs. returning users.

The plan also lists what must be tracked (events, conversions, form submissions) so developers and marketers agree before setup.

Try it: plan for an online bakery

An online bakery wants more orders and more catering inquiries.

Quick quiz

1. What does the T in SMART stand for?
2. When should you write a measurement plan?

Your action

Key terms

SMART goal
Specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound.
Measurement framework
A one-page plan linking objectives, goals, KPIs, targets, and segments.
Target
The number and deadline a KPI should reach.
Segment
A group of users or sessions you analyze separately.

Questions beginners ask

How long should a measurement plan be?

One page is enough for most small businesses.

Who should see the plan?

Everyone who reports on or sets up tracking: marketers, developers, and the owner.

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