Public relations courses can help you learn media relations, crisis communication, brand management, and strategic messaging. You can build skills in audience analysis, content creation, and effective storytelling. Many courses introduce tools like press release software, social media management platforms, and analytics tools, that support measuring campaign success and engaging with diverse audiences.

Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Media Planning, Social Media Marketing, Google Ads, Email Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Order Fulfillment, Paid media, Social Media Management, Online Advertising, Search Engine Optimization, Performance Measurement, Spreadsheet Software, Client Services, Campaign Management, E-Commerce, Loyalty Programs, Marketing, Web Presence, Interviewing Skills
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Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Multimedia
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Campaign Planning, Strategic Communication, Communication Planning, Target Audience, Campaign Management, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Advertising Campaigns, Resource Allocation, Media Strategy, Brand Management, Corporate Communications, Integrated Marketing Communications, Stakeholder Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Business Strategy, Communication, Business Communication, Business Process
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Request for Proposal, Conflict Management, Presentations, Teamwork, Technical Communication, Storytelling, Persuasive Communication, Communication Strategies, Organizational Strategy, Non-Verbal Communication, Proposal Writing, Business Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Intercultural Competence, Communication, Target Audience, Oral Expression, Strategic Communication, Team Collaboration, Strategic Thinking
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Media Relations, Internal Communications, Crisis Management, Strategic Communication, Communication Planning, Public Relations, Media Strategy, Communication Strategies, Stakeholder Communications, AI literacy, AI Integrations, Real Time Data
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Teamwork, Business Writing, Constructive Feedback, Conflict Management, Collaboration, Team Building, Diversity Awareness, Business Correspondence, Business Communication, Team Collaboration, Recognizing Others, Motivational Skills, Decision Making, Collaborative Software, Writing, Organizational Skills, Team Motivation, Performance Management, Staff Management, Grammar
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Starweaver
Skills you'll gain: Target Audience, Public Relations, Communication Planning, Strategic Communication, Corporate Communications, Crisis Management, Marketing and Public Relations, Strategic Planning, Media Relations, Persuasive Communication, Marketing Effectiveness, Content Performance Analysis, Media and Communications, Marketing Budgets, Persona Development, Campaign Management, Marketing Communications, Social Media, AI Enablement, Teamwork
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Northwestern University
Skills you'll gain: Leadership, Strategic Communication, Storytelling, Visual Storytelling, Media Relations, Stakeholder Communications, Brand Strategy, Innovation, Crisis Management, Communication, Branding
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of London
Skills you'll gain: Diplomacy, International Relations, Political Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Sensitivity, World History, Conflict Management, Policy Analysis
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Internal Communications, Proposal Writing, Negotiation, AI Personalization, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Communication, Workplace inclusivity, Influencing, Proposal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Management, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Communication Planning, Customer Engagement, Communication Strategies, Leadership and Management, Leadership Development
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months
University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Communication, Communication Strategies, Persuasive Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Business Communication, Strategic Communication, Trustworthiness, Rapport Building, Productivity, Goal Setting, Relationship Building, Cooperation, Negotiation, Relationship Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of London
Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Self-Awareness, Communication, Empowerment, Communication Strategies, Composure
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks