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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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    The University of Notre Dame

    Ethics of Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Conflict Management, Communication Strategies, Business Communication, Corporate Communications, Business Ethics, Interpersonal Communications, Crisis Management, Strategic Communication, Communication, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Analysis

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    John Wiley & Sons

    Strategy Implementation & Leadership in the Public Sector

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Leadership, Plan Execution, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Planning, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Communications, Business Planning, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Program Implementation, Stakeholder Analysis, Business Strategy, Leadership Development, Strategic Decision-Making, Project Implementation, Strategic Thinking, Public Administration, Learning Strategies, Change Management

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Introduction to Ancient Egypt and Its Civilization

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Anthropology, Social Studies, Timelines, World History, Public History, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, Storytelling, Writing

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

    Sustainable Sports: Values and Practices of a Club

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Environmental Regulations, Sustainable Development, Sustainability Reporting, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Laws, Sustainable Business, Social Justice, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Corporate Sustainability, Governance, Stakeholder Engagement, Environmental Resource Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Sustainable Systems, Community Development, Environmental Management Systems, Environment and Resource Management, Pollution Prevention, Business

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Kennesaw State University

    Career Discovery

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, LinkedIn, Mentorship, Professional Development, Interviewing Skills, Trustworthiness, Social Media, Rapport Building, Relationship Building, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Content, Planning, Professionalism, Strategic Communication, Communication, Habit Formation, Market Opportunities, Leadership, Lifelong Learning, Goal Setting

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Copenhagen

    Diabetes – the Essential Facts

    Skills you'll gain: Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Epidemiology, Public Health, Health Disparities, Chronic Diseases, Community Health, Endocrinology, Nutrition and Diet, Health Equity, Medical Science and Research, Surgery, Treatment Planning, Exercise Therapy, Biology

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Stanford University

    Antibiotic Stewardship

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Infection Control, Pharmacotherapy, Medical Prescription, Medication Therapy Management, Utilization Management, Hospital Medicine, Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Clinical Practices, Patient Evaluation, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Diagnostic Tests, Long Term Care

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Generative AI: Governance, Policy, and Emerging Regulation

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Governance, Data Governance, Data Management, Data Ethics, Compliance Management, Generative AI, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Stakeholder Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Regulatory Requirements, Artificial Intelligence, Stakeholder Management, Decision Intelligence, Risk Analysis, Technology Strategies, Cost Benefit Analysis, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Leadership and Management, Risk Management

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    INSEAD

    Introduction to Blockchain Technologies

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Ledgers (Accounting), Financial Inclusion, FinTech, Emerging Technologies, General Ledger, Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptography, Payment Systems, Digital Assets, Stakeholder Analysis, Cryptographic Protocols, Distributed Computing, Stakeholder Engagement, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Transaction Processing, Information Privacy, Governance, Network Security, Data Integrity

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Stanford University

    International Women's Health and Human Rights

    Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Community Development, Community Outreach, Maternal Health, Community Health, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Gerontology, Child Health, Student Engagement, Health Disparities, Gynecology, Health Equity, Social Work, Social Justice, Family Planning, Social Determinants Of Health, Social and Human Services, Socioeconomics, Child Welfare, Health Education

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    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Imperial College London

    Epidemiology for Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Diagnostic Tests, Clinical Trials, Research Design, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Clinical Research, Public Health, Preventative Care, Data Collection, Research Methodologies, Program Evaluation, Health Assessment, Science and Research, Research, Risk Analysis, Quantitative Research, Correlation Analysis, Medical Science and Research, Health Policy, Statistical Analysis

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Global Compensation and International HR Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Compensation Analysis, Human Resource Management, Compensation Strategy, Human Resources, Compensation Management, Human Resources Management and Planning, Compensation and Benefits, Performance Management, Performance Appraisal, Human Capital, Business Ethics, Human Resource Strategy, Labor Relations, Employee Performance Management, Performance Review, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Workforce Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Recruitment, Staff Management

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular Public Relations courses

  • Ethics of Communication: The University of Notre Dame
  • Strategy Implementation & Leadership in the Public Sector: John Wiley & Sons
  • Introduction to Ancient Egypt and Its Civilization: University of Pennsylvania
  • Sustainable Sports: Values and Practices of a Club: Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea
  • Career Discovery: Kennesaw State University
  • Diabetes – the Essential Facts: University of Copenhagen
  • Antibiotic Stewardship : Stanford University
  • Generative AI: Governance, Policy, and Emerging Regulation: University of Michigan
  • Introduction to Blockchain Technologies: INSEAD
  • International Women's Health and Human Rights: Stanford University

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