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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 Colorado Boulder

    Integrated and Strategic Communication Campaigns

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Communication, Communication Planning, Target Audience, Campaign Planning, Corporate Communications, Stakeholder Communications, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Advertising Campaigns, Media Strategy, Brand Strategy, Communication Strategies, Integrated Marketing Communications, Target Market, Media and Communications, Media Planning, Branding, Earned Media, Brand Management, Business Strategy

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Small Business Marketing Using YouTube

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Digital Marketing Tools, Content Performance Analysis, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Content, Business Marketing, Social Media Management, Customer Engagement, Strategic Partnership, Gmail, Drive Engagement, Target Audience, Content Creation

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Animal Behaviour and Welfare

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Applied Behavior Analysis, Scientific Methods, Behavior Management, Psychological Evaluations, Stress Management, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Science and Research

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    University of Toronto

    Communication Strategies for a Virtual Age

    Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Presentations, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Oral Expression, Influencing, Teamwork, Collaboration, Interpersonal Communications, Business Communication, Virtual Teams, Communication Strategies, Public Speaking, Professional Development, Non-Verbal Communication, Discussion Facilitation, Telecommuting, Driving engagement, Active Listening

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Cybersecurity Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Public Key Infrastructure, Encryption, Network Security, Cryptography, IT Security Architecture, Cybersecurity, Endpoint Detection and Response, Hardening, Data Security, Cyber Threat Hunting, Cryptographic Protocols, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Key Management, Authorization (Computing), Cyber Attacks, Information Technology, Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Technical Support and Services

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    The University of Sydney

    Academic Skills for University Success

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Critical Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Logical Reasoning, Verbal Communication Skills, Problem Solving, Editing, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Research, Creative Thinking, Public Speaking, Proofreading, Deductive Reasoning, Analytical Skills, Writing and Editing, Creativity, Writing, digital literacy, Information Management, Digital Communications

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Marketing en Redes Sociales Proyecto Final

    Skills you'll gain: Persona Development, Performance Measurement, Smart Goals, Performance Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Social Media Strategy, Target Audience, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Goal Setting, Social Media Content, Social Media Management, Active Listening, B2B Sales, Marketing Management, Drive Engagement, Marketing Strategies, Marketing, Marketing Planning, Social Media Analytics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Microeconomics Principles

    Skills you'll gain: Supply And Demand, Economics, Market Dynamics, Business Economics, Behavioral Economics, Policy Analysis, Business, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Business Operations, Revenue Management, Consumer Behaviour, Social Studies, Operations, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Business Strategy, Public Policies, Competitive Analysis, Market Analysis, Socioeconomics

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Satisfaction Guaranteed: Develop Customer Loyalty Online

    Skills you'll gain: Client Services, Loyalty Programs, Customer Retention, Relationship Management, Customer and Client Support, E-Commerce, Brand Loyalty, Customer Relationship Management, Customer Service, Customer Relationship Building, Customer Engagement, Web Analytics, Digital Marketing, Product Improvement, Customer Analysis, Digital Analysis, Digital Marketing Tools, Performance Analysis, Portfolio Management, Presentations

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Case Western Reserve University

    Introduction to International Criminal Law

    Skills you'll gain: Trial Preparation, Court Systems, Legal Proceedings, International Relations, Legal Strategy, Diplomacy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Public Safety and National Security, World History, Case Studies

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    West Virginia University

    Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination

    Skills you'll gain: Fraud detection, Auditing, Loss Prevention, Internal Controls, Financial Controls, Anomaly Detection, Financial Auditing, Cybersecurity, Financial Data, Investigation, Analytics, Specialized Accounting, Big Data, Accounting, Business Ethics, Data Mining, Accountability

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Nutrición y obesidad: control de sobrepeso

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Nutritional Assessment, Clinical Nutrition, Medical Nutrition Therapy, Personal Care, Nutrition Education, Preventative Care, Behavioral Health, Meal Planning And Preparation, Behavior Management, Chronic Diseases, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Assessment, Family Support, Exercise Science

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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

  • Integrated and Strategic Communication Campaigns: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Small Business Marketing Using YouTube: Coursera
  • Animal Behaviour and Welfare: The University of Edinburgh
  • Communication Strategies for a Virtual Age: University of Toronto
  • Cybersecurity Fundamentals: IBM
  • Academic Skills for University Success: The University of Sydney
  • Marketing en Redes Sociales Proyecto Final: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Microeconomics Principles: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Satisfaction Guaranteed: Develop Customer Loyalty Online: Google
  • Introduction to International Criminal Law: Case Western Reserve University

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