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1 day course     10am - 5pm     Live Online or Classroom-based

What you will learn

  • A full understanding of the fundamental architecture of Google Tag Manager, enabling you to manage website tracking without relying on developers for every update.
  • How to create and deploy professional tag configurations, helping you implement accurate tracking for conversions, user interactions and marketing campaigns with confidence.
  • Mastering the strategic use of triggers and variables, enabling you to capture precise user behaviour data and customise tracking solutions for your specific business needs.
  • Implementing cross-domain tracking and data layer techniques, allowing you to measure user journeys across multiple platforms and create comprehensive analytics insights.
  • How to troubleshoot and optimise tag performance, ensuring your tracking implementations remain accurate and efficient whilst maintaining optimal website loading speeds.
  • Developing workflows for testing and publishing tag changes, so that you can deploy tracking updates safely and collaborate effectively with technical teams and stakeholders.
  • Creating comprehensive measurement strategies that bridge social media and email marketing efforts, helping you deliver integrated analytics that demonstrate full campaign ROI and attribution.
  • The staff were so welcoming and made the experience really great, helping us get settled in and taken care of. Our trainer was really great at answering questions and guiding us through the course.

    Incisive Media
    August 2025
  • Our trainer was great. She was very attentive and ensured we practised the various Excel skills we went through so we gradually built up our knowledge. Overall a highly effective session.

    Evercore
    August 2025
  • I have been very impressed with the trainer and I thought the course was very good.

    Leaders Roman Group
    August 2025
  • Today's lesson was really great and I really appreciate our trainer coming all the way to our offices!

    Formidable Media
    September 2025
  • Thank you for organising my FileMaker training day. I learned so much with my trainer, Nick, and have come away with such a great database. Thank you Transmedia for being so helpful!

    Lucie M
    August 2025
  • Our trainer was so professional and friendly. He gave us an amazing experience, allowing us to ask questions and practice ourselves. I recommend this course to anyone who wants to learn to edit video!

    Eddie Z
    August 2025
  • Enjoyed a Zoom-led 2-day introduction to Premier Pro. The pace worked well for me - we could ask questions at any point. I feel I got a lot out of it - I just need to keep practising! Thanks.

    Mod
    September 2025
  • Excellent training centre. My trainer was unbelievably knowledgeable, explained himself well and provided a great teaching environment. Staff were welcoming, accommodating and attentive.

    West Herts College
    August 2025
  • Thank you! I learned a lot in just one day of Figma training; very practical, engaging and insightful!

    Cancer Research
    August 2025
  • Loved the training. It was tremendous. I am an intense student and I ask many, many, many questions! I would like to continue with more training.

    Vince Duqué Stories
    August 2025
  • Just dropping a line to thank you, our trainer and the team for the great Figma course delivered over the past couple of days.

    Marcos A
    August 2025
  • I have used Transmedia since 2010 to upskill my practical skills with video and still-image editing. The training sessions are well structured and the support fantastic.

    FSL Aerospace Ltd
    September 2025
  • Our trainer was incredible at delivering really valuable content that has inspired conversation and ideas about how we can use Figma. Please thank him for sharing so many useful tips and tricks!

    Cancer Research UK
    August 2025
  • The team all found the coaching on Monday really good, the guys all enjoyed it. They spoke highly of the trainer and how he was so flexible on content and tailoring the session to our needs.

    Starlizard
    September 2025
  • Very thorough course and enthusiastic trainer who was very helpful and responsive to individual needs.

    NVIDIA
    August 2025
  • The staff were so welcoming and made the experience really great, helping us get settled in and taken care of. Our trainer was really great at answering questions and guiding us through the course.

    Incisive Media
    August 2025
  • Our trainer was great. She was very attentive and ensured we practised the various Excel skills we went through so we gradually built up our knowledge. Overall a highly effective session.

    Evercore
    August 2025
  • I have been very impressed with the trainer and I thought the course was very good.

    Leaders Roman Group
    August 2025
  • Today's lesson was really great and I really appreciate our trainer coming all the way to our offices!

    Formidable Media
    September 2025
  • Thank you for organising my FileMaker training day. I learned so much with my trainer, Nick, and have come away with such a great database. Thank you Transmedia for being so helpful!

    Lucie M
    August 2025
  • Our trainer was so professional and friendly. He gave us an amazing experience, allowing us to ask questions and practice ourselves. I recommend this course to anyone who wants to learn to edit video!

    Eddie Z
    August 2025
  • Enjoyed a Zoom-led 2-day introduction to Premier Pro. The pace worked well for me - we could ask questions at any point. I feel I got a lot out of it - I just need to keep practising! Thanks.

    Mod
    September 2025
  • Excellent training centre. My trainer was unbelievably knowledgeable, explained himself well and provided a great teaching environment. Staff were welcoming, accommodating and attentive.

    West Herts College
    August 2025
  • Thank you! I learned a lot in just one day of Figma training; very practical, engaging and insightful!

    Cancer Research
    August 2025
  • Loved the training. It was tremendous. I am an intense student and I ask many, many, many questions! I would like to continue with more training.

    Vince Duqué Stories
    August 2025
  • Just dropping a line to thank you, our trainer and the team for the great Figma course delivered over the past couple of days.

    Marcos A
    August 2025
  • I have used Transmedia since 2010 to upskill my practical skills with video and still-image editing. The training sessions are well structured and the support fantastic.

    FSL Aerospace Ltd
    September 2025
  • Our trainer was incredible at delivering really valuable content that has inspired conversation and ideas about how we can use Figma. Please thank him for sharing so many useful tips and tricks!

    Cancer Research UK
    August 2025
  • The team all found the coaching on Monday really good, the guys all enjoyed it. They spoke highly of the trainer and how he was so flexible on content and tailoring the session to our needs.

    Starlizard
    September 2025
  • Very thorough course and enthusiastic trainer who was very helpful and responsive to individual needs.

    NVIDIA
    August 2025

This Google Tag Manager Introduction (GTM) course includes

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  • bullet point icon Live Instructor-led training
  • bullet point icon Refreshments all day
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We offer Google Tag Manager Introduction (GTM) as a private course.

You can select a date which suits you or your team.

The course content can be fully customised to your exact learning requirements.

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August 2025

Course Outline for Google Tag Manager Introduction (GTM)

Introduction

  • What is GTM?
  • The GTM architecture
  • Why should I use GTM?
  • What are tags and what can I use them for?
  • What ”ready-made” tags are available?

Signing up and creating your first container

  • Signing up to GTM
  • Considering cross domain and sub domain tracking needs
  • Adding your first container
  • Deploying your container(s) to your website
  • Upgrading from Universal Analytics to GTM

The GTM interface and admin

  • Signing in and choosing an account
  • Switching between accounts and adding accounts
  • Setting personal preferences
  • Administration controls and adding other users
  • Workspaces and versions
  • The interface screens
  • Folders

Technical concepts

  • Web Basics and GTM - HTML, JavaScript and the DOM
  • Tags, Triggers and Variables
  • The GTM workflow process
  • Using built-in vs. user defined variables
  • What is the Data Layer?

Creating your first tags

  • Installing Google analytics universal tracking tag
  • Installing social media tracking tags
  • Other ready-made Tags available
  • Configuring your first trigger
  • Configuring a variable
  • Bonding a trigger and variable into a tag

Enhanced web tracking with Google Analytics and Tag Manager

  • Identifying and planning trackable activities
  • Configuration accuracy
  • Simple form submission tracking
  • Simple button interaction tracking
  • Setting up document download tracking

Publishing and deployment

  • Entering the preview mode
  • Testing and checking Tag Configurations
  • Trouble shooting common issues
  • Other Google tools to help debugging and configuration
  • Publishing your workspace changes

Next steps and further options

  • What else can I track with Tag Manager?
  • More advanced tracking ideas
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FAQs about the Google Tag Manager Introduction (GTM) course

Is this Google Tag Manager Introduction (GTM) course suitable for me?

This course is designed for people who are new to Google Tag Manager or have been using Tag Manager for a while but have never had formal training or who would like to learn best practice in Tag Manager. If you are have any questions about whether the course could meet your needs, please speak to our customer service team, who will be delighted to advise you.

How is the content taught throughout the Google Tag Manager Introduction (GTM) course?

Our Google Tag Manager Introduction (GTM) course is extremely interactive. You will be using Tag Manager throughout the day, working examples and good practice under the guidance of our trainer, who will be inviting questions and supporting you through each step.

How many people might be in the class when I attend the Google Tag Manager Introduction (GTM) course?

For private classes in Google Tag Manager Introduction (GTM), we recommend a maximum of 8 to 10 people from the same company in the class. Please ask our customer service team to help you find the right balance of people per class and the number of days training you need.

Should I attend the Google Tag Manager Introduction (GTM) course in person or live online?

For in-person courses at our London training centre, you will receive a warm personal welcome, your choice of a Mac or PC and morning and afternoon refreshments. If you prefer to attend remotely, rest assured that you will be taught live by the same experts that deliver our in-person courses, covering the same training content, using the same exercises and materials. A second monitor is recommended but not essential.

What support is available after I attend the Google Tag Manager Introduction (GTM) course?

We offer ongoing support to our Google Tag Manager Introduction (GTM) course attendees through email and by arrangement, phone calls. You are welcome to ask any questions on topics covered during training. Our trainer will always do their best to explain principles and help you with any issues you encounter.

Will I receive a certificate upon completion of my Google Tag Manager Introduction (GTM) course?

Yes, you'll receive a certificate of completion from Transmedia, demonstrating your knowledge and attendance on our Google Tag Manager Introduction (GTM) course. Our certificates note our Authorised Training Centre status.

Google Tag Manager Introduction (GTM) — Team and Bespoke Training

Booking a private training session allows you to focus on your exact needs on dates that work best for you or your team.

  • Sessions can be run online or in person, on your site or at our London training centre.
  • We manage training for many of the UK’s largest companies, taking care of all the admin, working with you to ensure the perfect course.
  • Our expert trainers will first understand your requirements and then tailor each session to your exact specification.
  • We offer a free consultation service to work out every detail of your course.

Prices for bespoke sessions with our expert trainers start at £595 + VAT, depending on the course and number of people.
Costs include all preparation time to customise the course to your exact requirements.

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