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Public Relations Courses

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.


Popular Public Relations Courses and Certifications


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    University of Pennsylvania

    Viral Marketing and How to Craft Contagious Content

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Communications, Content Creation, Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Advertising, Marketing, Marketing Psychology, Brand Strategy, Storytelling, Communication

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    University of Pennsylvania

    The Materiality of ESG Factors

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Case Studies, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Corporate Sustainability, Governance, Investment Management, Portfolio Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Corporate Strategy, Waste Minimization, Sustainable Business, Investments, Portfolio Risk, Climate Change Adaptation, Equities, Finance

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    IBM

    Cybersecurity Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Encryption, Identity and Access Management, Public Key Infrastructure, Endpoint Security, Cryptography, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Data Security, Cryptographic Protocols, Cyber Attacks, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Information Systems Security, Secure Coding, Application Security, Information Technology, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Security Policies, Computer Security Incident Management

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Creo Incubator

    Pitch and Storytelling for Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Storytelling, Brand Strategy, Presentations, Sales Presentations, Public Speaking, Drive Engagement, Persuasive Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Entrepreneurship

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    IELTS Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Time Management, Oral Comprehension, Quick Learning, Active Listening, Literacy, Language Competency, Public Speaking, Learning Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills, Grammar, Concision, Composure, Analytical Skills, Planning, Detail Oriented, Vocabulary, English Language, Adaptability

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Diagnosing Health Behaviors for Global Health Programs

    Skills you'll gain: Health Promotion, Behavioral Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Health Education, Cultural Sensitivity, Public Health, Health Policy, Community Health, Social Sciences, Program Evaluation, Learning Theory

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    AWS For Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, Amazon CloudWatch, Containerization, Amazon S3, Docker (Software), Cloud Computing Architecture, Microservices, Cloud Computing, Amazon Redshift, Virtual Networking, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Data Storage, Cloud Management, Analytics, System Monitoring, Data Storage Technologies, Cloud Hosting, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Private Cloud, Network Security

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Getting Started as a Personal Fitness Trainer

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Smart Goals, Health Assessment, Exercise Science, Preventative Care, Health And Wellness Coaching, Overcoming Obstacles, Public Health, Health Promotion, Motivational Skills, Needs Assessment

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    Yale University

    Introduction to Breast Cancer

    Skills you'll gain: Mammography, Oncology, Clinical Trials, Diagnostic Tests, Radiation Therapy, Surgery, Care Management, Preventative Care, Pathology, Patient Treatment, Biology, Patient Education And Counseling, Epidemiology, Molecular Biology

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Persuasion and Presence for Program and Project Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Executive Presence, Persuasive Communication, Project Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Non-Verbal Communication, Influencing, Risk Management, Professional Development, Stakeholder Communications, Program Management, Leadership, Communication, Project Management, Emotional Intelligence, Public Speaking, Team Management, Presentations, Team Building, Strategic Communication, Virtual Teams

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Banking & Finance in India

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Market, Capital Markets, Financial Systems, Securities (Finance), Banking, Financial Policy, Finance, Equities, Economics, Financial Regulation, Public Administration, Commercial Banking, Budget Management

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Teach English Now! Capstone Project 1

    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Grammar, Vocabulary

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular public relations courses

  • Viral Marketing and How to Craft Contagious Content: University of Pennsylvania
  • The Materiality of ESG Factors: University of Pennsylvania
  • Cybersecurity Fundamentals: IBM
  • Pitch and Storytelling for Leaders: Creo Incubator
  • IELTS Preparation: University of California, Irvine
  • Diagnosing Health Behaviors for Global Health Programs: Johns Hopkins University
  • AWS For Everyone: Packt
  • Getting Started as a Personal Fitness Trainer: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • Introduction to Breast Cancer: Yale University
  • Persuasion and Presence for Program and Project Managers: University of Maryland, College Park

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