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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


  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Public Goods, Common Resources, and Externalities

    Skills you'll gain: Supply And Demand, Market Analysis, Economics, Socioeconomics, Social Sciences, Resource Allocation, Environmental Issue, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Tax, Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management

    ★ 4.9 (45) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to Data Protection and Privacy

    Skills you'll gain: General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Personally Identifiable Information, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Information Privacy, Data Governance, Data Security, Cybersecurity, Data Management, Cyber Attacks, Data Loss Prevention, Security Controls, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Incident Response, Cyber Risk, Encryption, Risk Management Framework

    ★ 4.7 (71) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Conformando tu estrategia digital

    Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Digital Brand Strategy, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Digital Marketing, Digital Media Strategy, Social Media Strategy, Online Advertising, Content Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Digital Content, Digital Marketing Tools, Web Presence, Social Media, Digital Analysis, Web Content, Digital Advertising, Email Marketing, Content Creation

    ★ 4.8 (71) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Business Case Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Business Communication, Case Studies, Data Visualization, English Language, Presentations, Oral Expression, Report Writing, Business Writing, Business Analysis, Analysis, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Language Competency, Business Reporting, Public Speaking, Writing, Target Audience, Persuasive Communication

    ★ 4.5 (52) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • L

    Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

    Breastfeeding and Adequate Substitutes

    Skills you'll gain: Child Health, Infant Care, Maternal Health, Postpartum Care, Pediatric Nursing, Pediatrics, Anatomy, Nutrition and Diet, Public Health, Clinical Nutrition, Immunology, Patient Positioning, Medical Support, Food Safety and Sanitation, Biochemistry, Sterilization

    ★ 4.9 (64) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • A

    Association of International Certified Professional Accountants

    Blockchain Opportunities Beyond Crypto Assets

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, FinTech, Emerging Technologies, Specialized Accounting, Legal Technology, Digital Assets, Cryptography, Cryptographic Protocols, Technology Solutions, Transaction Processing, Supply Chain Management, Information Privacy, Scalability

    ★ 4.6 (80) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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  • P

    Peking University

    刑法学总论 Criminal Law

    Skills you'll gain: Case Law, Legal Research, Social Justice, Legal Proceedings, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Adjudication, International Relations, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Case Studies, Mitigation

    ★ 3.6 (45) · Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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  • C

    Coursera

    Crie artes para redes sociais usando Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Multimedia, Marketing Design, Content Creation, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Animations, Editing, Marketing, Product Promotion

    ★ 4.6 (72) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
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  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Data, Security, and Privacy

    Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Systems Design, Systems Development, Data Security, System Design and Implementation, Data Ethics, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Information Privacy

    ★ 4.5 (54) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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  • U

    University of Lausanne

    La science forensique au tribunal: témoin digne de foi ?

    Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Reports, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Court Systems, Statistical Analysis, Investigation, Probability & Statistics, Research, Technical Communication, Scientific Methods, Adjudication, Failure Analysis, Legal Risk, Laboratory Procedures, Case Studies, Molecular Biology

    ★ 4.8 (73) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Customer Centric Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, New Product Development, Product Development, Customer Insights, Process Development, Customer Analysis, User Feedback, Consumer Behaviour, Market Research, Business Strategies, Customer Relationship Management, Marketing Psychology

    ★ 4.7 (80) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Ethics in Public Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Social Justice, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Public Policies, Public Administration, Political Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Economic Development, Governance, Social Sciences, Economics, International Relations, Cultural Diversity, Case Studies

    ★ 4.4 (25) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Public Goods, Common Resources, and Externalities: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Introduction to Data Protection and Privacy: Coursera
  • Conformando tu estrategia digital: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Business Case Analysis: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Breastfeeding and Adequate Substitutes: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
  • Blockchain Opportunities Beyond Crypto Assets: Association of International Certified Professional Accountants
  • 刑法学总论 Criminal Law: Peking University
  • Crie artes para redes sociais usando Canva: Coursera
  • Data, Security, and Privacy: University of California, Irvine
  • La science forensique au tribunal: témoin digne de foi ?: University of Lausanne

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