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.

The University of Edinburgh
Skills you'll gain: Discussion Facilitation, Environmental Issue, Climate Change Programs, Sustainable Development, Interactive Learning, Liberal Arts, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Policy, Community Development, Advocacy, Creativity, Education and Training, International Relations, Diplomacy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Parsons School of Design, The New School
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Architecture, Sustainable Design, Chemistry, Sustainable Technologies, Construction, Building Design, Architecture and Construction, Sustainable Business, Materials Management, Procurement, Sustainable Systems, Environment Health And Safety, Sustainable Development, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Disparities, Public Health, Occupational Health, Pollution Prevention, Health And Safety Standards, Hazard Analysis
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Santa Cruz
Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Pharmacology, Health Care, General Medicine, Medical Science and Research, Pharmaceuticals, Culture, Behavioral Health, Ancient History, Medical Practices and Procedures, World History, Public Health, Infectious Diseases
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Infosec
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Risk, Risk Management Framework, Cybersecurity, Continuous Monitoring, Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Management, Infrastructure Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Cyber Security Policies, Incident Response, Security Controls, Information Privacy
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The State University of New York
Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Mediation, Leadership, Clinical Leadership, De-escalation Techniques, Communication, Team Collaboration, Emergency Response, Interpersonal Communications, Public Health, Crisis Intervention, Non-Verbal Communication, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Agentic systems, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Economics, Artificial Intelligence, Economic Development, AI literacy, Socioeconomics, Public Policies, Automation, Market Dynamics, Policy Analysis, Innovation, Production Process
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Healthcare Ethics, Medical Science and Research, Clinical Research Ethics, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Informed Consent, Medical Privacy, Institutional Review Board (IRB), Legal Risk, Data Ethics, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Information Privacy, Legal Proceedings, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Life Sciences, Personal Injury Law, Case Law, Biotechnology, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Customer Retention, HubSpot CRM, Brand Awareness, Surveys, Survey Creation, Marketing Analytics, Google Analytics, Customer Analysis, Customer Service, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Customer Insights, Brand Loyalty, Customer Relationship Management, Customer Data Management, A/B Testing, AI Product Strategy, Target Audience, Data Analysis, Digital Marketing, Performance Measurement
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Social Justice, Sociology, Diversity Training, Social Work, Cultural Sensitivity, Community Development, Family Law, Community and Social Work, Public Policies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: TikTok, Visual Storytelling, Video Production, Content Performance Analysis, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Content Creation, Content Scheduling, Web Analytics and SEO, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Content, Driving engagement, Social Media, Search Engine Optimization, Photography, Video Editing, Videography, Media Production, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Management, Content Marketing
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Overcoming Objections, Influencing, Rapport Building, Storytelling, Meeting Facilitation, Leadership, Presentations, Communication, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Relationship Building, Trustworthiness, Target Audience, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Non-Verbal Communication
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

National Academy of Sports Medicine
Skills you'll gain: Nutrition Counseling, Nutrition and Diet, Nutritional Assessment, Nutrition Care Plans, Nutrition Education, Sports Medicine, Exercise Science, Coaching, Behavior Management, Public Health and Disease Prevention
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks