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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


  • D

    Duke University

    ART of the MOOC: Arte Público y Pedagogía

    Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Art History, Social Justice, Community Organizing, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Interactive Learning, Public Affairs, Education and Training, Liberal Arts, Social Impact, Community Development, Creativity, Advocacy, Culture

    ★ 4.6 (129) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of London

    Internal Displacement, Conflict and Protection

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Conflict Management, Sustainable Development, Social Impact, International Relations, Community and Social Work, Social Work, Sociology, Advocacy, World History, Demography, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Storytelling, Peer Review

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Engineering Life: Synbio, Bioethics & Public Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Biological Engineering, Governance, Biotechnology, Policy Analysis, Medical Science and Research, Healthcare Ethics, Clinical Research Ethics, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Health Policy, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Environmental Issue, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Policy Development, Public Affairs, Case Studies

    ★ 4.1 (82) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Preparing for Graduate Study in the U.S.: A course for international students

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Intercultural Competence, Teamwork, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Collaboration, Verbal Communication Skills, Student Support and Services, Advocacy, Professional Development, English Language, Research, Professionalism, Higher Education, Communication, Adaptability, Communication Strategies, Public Speaking, Writing

    ★ 4.3 (59) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • D

    Digital Marketing Institute

    Facebook, Instagram, and Snapchat Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Meta Ads Manager, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Management, Facebook, Instagram, Content Performance Analysis, Target Audience, Online Advertising, Advertising Campaigns, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Analytics, Digital Advertising, Brand Awareness, Target Market, Advertising, Performance Measurement, Performance Metric, Performance Analysis

    ★ 4.2 (88) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Network Systems Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, Network Security, TCP/IP, Network Architecture, Network Protocols, Network Routing, Network Routers, Computer Networking, Infrastructure Security, Routing Protocols, Public Key Infrastructure, Network Model, Cryptographic Protocols, Web Applications, Application Servers

    ★ 4.6 (103) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Sustainability Analyst Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Program Implementation, Plan Execution, Sustainable Development, Data Analysis, Sustainability Reporting, Spreadsheet Software, Professional Development, Contract Management, Waste Minimization, Marketing and Public Relations, Analysis, Policy Development, Annual Reports, Interactive Learning, Sustainable Business, Environmental Policy, Vendor Contracts, Goal Setting, Business Writing, Project Management

    ★ 4.5 (108) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Securing Linux Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Linux Administration, Public Key Infrastructure, Linux, Linux Servers, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Firewall, Remote Access Systems, Operating System Administration, Linux Commands, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Network Security, Hardening, Security Controls, Infrastructure Security, Identity and Access Management, System Monitoring, Cybersecurity, Information Technology

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • T

    The Museum of Modern Art

    透过摄影看世界

    Skills you'll gain: Photography, Aesthetics, Public History, Art History, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Visual Storytelling, Storytelling, Liberal Arts

    ★ 4.8 (101) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Princeton University

    Food Ethics

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Food and Beverage, Health Equity, Social Justice, Sustainable Systems, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Nutrition and Diet, International Relations, Environmental Issue, Policy Analysis, Sustainable Development, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity

    ★ 4.6 (110) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Desarrollo de tu marca personal

    Skills you'll gain: Branding, Brand Marketing, Marketing Planning, Strategic Marketing, Brand Strategy, Brand Awareness, Brand Management, Social Media, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Persona Development, Marketing Design, Professional Development, Goal Setting, Content Creation, Market Opportunities, Value Propositions, Entrepreneurship, Competitive Analysis

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • B

    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Decision Making and Governance of Natural Disaster Risk

    Skills you'll gain: Feasibility Studies, Risk Management, Project Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Risk Mitigation, Governance, Disaster Recovery, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Financial Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis, Investment Management, Prioritization, Climate Change Adaptation, Quantitative Research, Decision Making, Public Works, Public Policies

    ★ 4.7 (107) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular public relations courses

  • ART of the MOOC: Arte Público y Pedagogía: Duke University
  • Internal Displacement, Conflict and Protection: University of London
  • Engineering Life: Synbio, Bioethics & Public Policy: Johns Hopkins University
  • Preparing for Graduate Study in the U.S.: A course for international students: University of Michigan
  • Facebook, Instagram, and Snapchat Marketing: Digital Marketing Institute
  • Network Systems Foundations: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Sustainability Analyst Fundamentals: Arizona State University
  • Securing Linux Systems: LearnQuest
  • 透过摄影看世界: The Museum of Modern Art
  • Food Ethics: Princeton University

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