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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 Colorado Boulder

    Strategic Communication Campaigns

    Skills you'll gain: Campaign Planning, Strategic Communication, Communication Planning, Target Audience, Campaign Management, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Resource Allocation, Media Strategy, Corporate Communications, Public Relations, Paid media, Communication Strategies, Brand Strategy, Marketing, Earned Media, Business Strategy, Communication, Business Communication, Business Process

    4.5 stars, 56 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (56) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    STARWEAVER

    Strategic Public Relations Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Target Audience, Public Relations, Communication Planning, Strategic Communication, Corporate Communications, Crisis Management, Persuasive Communication, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Budgets, Persona Development, Campaign Management, AI Enablement, Teamwork, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.9 stars, 13 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Category: Preview
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  • M

    Microsoft

    Content Development and Management

    Skills you'll gain: Editing, Content Management, Proofreading, Public Relations, Content Management Systems, Press Releases, Content Creation, Content Development and Management, Communication Planning, Content Scheduling, Strategic Communication, Content Strategy, Target Audience, Responsible AI, Workflow Management, Driving engagement, AI literacy

    4.8 stars, 43 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IESE Business School

    The Art of Storytelling

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Public Speaking, Presentations, Active Listening

    4.6 stars, 1.2K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (1.2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of London

    Finding Your Professional Voice: Confidence & Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Self-Awareness, Communication

    4.7 stars, 1.3K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (1.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Systems Thinking In Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Health Policy, Public Health, Policy Analysis, Simulations, Systems Analysis

    4.6 stars, 1.2K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (1.2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
  • M

    Meta

    Introduction to Social Media Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Target Audience, Social Media, Customer Analysis, Persona Development, Smart Goals, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Goal Setting, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Facebook, Marketing Channel, Instagram, Digital Marketing, Journey Mapping

    4.8 stars, 16K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (16K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of London

    Global Diplomacy – Diplomacy in the Modern World

    Skills you'll gain: Diplomacy, International Relations, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis

    4.7 stars, 5.6K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (5.6K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Successful Presentation

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Presentations, Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Composure, Creativity, Business Writing, Adaptability

    4.7 stars, 5K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Alex Genadinik

    Press Coverage, Publicity And Public Relations

    Skills you'll gain: Press Releases, Earned Media, Media Relations, Copywriting, Public Relations, Media Strategy, Marketing and Public Relations, Promotional Strategies, Case Studies

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Psychological First Aid

    Skills you'll gain: Triage, Crisis Intervention, Active Listening, Rapport Building, First Aid, Interpersonal Communications, Mitigation, Mental Health, Patient Referral, Behavioral Health

    4.8 stars, 20K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (20K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Power and Foreign Policy in International Relations

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Diplomacy, Governance, Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Prioritization

    4.7 stars, 349 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (349) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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