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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 Virginia

    Age of Jefferson

    Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, Higher Education, Teaching, Social Justice, Public History, Social Studies, World History, Political Sciences, Public Policies, Advocacy, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Advanced Deployment Scenarios with TensorFlow

    Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Application Deployment, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Distributed Computing, Information Privacy, Web Servers, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Processing, Data Security, Data Visualization

    4.8
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    510 reviews

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Introduction to Accounting Data Analytics and Visualization

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Tableau Software, Data Visualization Software, Excel Macros, Analytics, Analytical Skills, Pivot Tables And Charts, Accounting Systems, Business Analytics, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Regression Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Data Architecture

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yale University

    Music and Social Action

    Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Art History, Music History, Liberal Arts, Music, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Performing Arts, Pedagogy, Teaching, Public Affairs, Cultural Diversity, Community Development, Advocacy, Case Studies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    181 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Systems Science and Obesity

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Epidemiology, Social Network Analysis, Simulations, Network Analysis, Public Health, Agentic systems, Social Determinants Of Health, Behavioral Health, Economics, Software Installation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    205 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Geneva

    International Water Law

    Skills you'll gain: Pollution Prevention, Water Resources, Water Resource Management, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Laws, Arbitration, Climate Change Adaptation, International Relations

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    456 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de Chile

    Inclusión social de personas con discapacidad desde un enfoque de derechos.

    Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Health Equity, Social Justice, Design, Special Education, Community and Social Work, Health Disparities, Social Determinants Of Health, Workplace inclusivity, Rehabilitation, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Public Policies, Data Collection

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    How to Optimize Your Instagram Account

    Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Social Media Content, Content Creation, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Driving engagement, Account Strategy, Brand Awareness, Digital Design

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    Tel Aviv University

    The Emergence of the Modern Middle East - Part II

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, World History, International Relations, Policy Analysis, Culture, Socioeconomics, Governance

    4.8
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    Imperial College London

    Foundations of Public Health Practice: The Public Health Toolkit

    Skills you'll gain: Health Assessment, Public Health, Program Evaluation, Epidemiology, Health Policy, Health Promotion, Intelligence Collection and Analysis, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Data Collection, Report Writing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Lund University

    European Business Law: Competing in Europe

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Legal Writing, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Case Law, Compliance Management, Business Strategy, Commercial Laws, Competitive Analysis, Mergers & Acquisitions, Advocacy, Brand Strategy, Procurement

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Tableau Learning Partner

    Data Analysis with Tableau

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Tableau Software, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Descriptive Statistics, Predictive Analytics, Data Processing, Box Plots, Statistical Analysis, Data Cleansing, Scatter Plots, Data Visualization Software, Trend Analysis, Analytics, Histogram, Business Analytics, Statistical Methods, Data Manipulation, Regression Analysis

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Age of Jefferson: University of Virginia
  • Advanced Deployment Scenarios with TensorFlow: DeepLearning.AI
  • Introduction to Accounting Data Analytics and Visualization: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Music and Social Action: Yale University
  • Systems Science and Obesity: Johns Hopkins University
  • International Water Law: University of Geneva
  • Inclusión social de personas con discapacidad desde un enfoque de derechos.: Universidad de Chile
  • How to Optimize Your Instagram Account : Coursera
  • The Emergence of the Modern Middle East - Part II: Tel Aviv University
  • Foundations of Public Health Practice: The Public Health Toolkit : Imperial College London

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