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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 Maryland, College Park

    Public Health Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Health Informatics, Personal Attributes, Public Health, Health Policy, Personal Development, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Clinical Informatics, Intercultural Competence, Emergency Services, Health Care Administration, Health Administration, Crisis Intervention, Health Equity, Informatics, Health Care, Professional Development, Data Analysis, Cultural Diversity, Adaptability

    4.9 stars, 8 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.9 (8) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    How to edit and improve a Facebook Ad

    Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Meta Ads Manager, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Online Advertising, Target Audience, Advertising Campaigns, Advertising, Social Media Strategy, Digital Advertising, Customer Insights, Social Media Analytics, Editing

    4.1 stars, 22 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.1 (22) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Community Awareness: Police Brutality in the U.S.

    Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Community Development, Social Justice, Community and Social Work, Advocacy, Discussion Facilitation, Journalism, Diversity Awareness, Public History, Public Policies, Policy Analysis

    4.4 stars, 23 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (23) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • C

    Coursera

    Mixed Methods Research: Bridging Qualitative & Quantitative

    Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Data Collection, Research Design, Research Methodologies, Qualitative Research, Data Synthesis, Data Ethics, Quantitative Research, Business Research, Research Reports, Research and Design, Data Integration, Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Research, Report Writing, Science and Research, Technical Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Analysis

    4.5 stars, 10 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Fundamentals for Implementing a Hypertension Program

    Skills you'll gain: Blood Pressure, Medication Dispensation, Pharmacist Assistance, Pharmacy Operations, Healthcare Project Management, Community Health, Care Management, Chronic Diseases, Pharmaceuticals, Medication Administration, Medication Therapy Management, Patient Evaluation, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Pharmacotherapy, Diagnostic Tests, Patient Treatment, Patient Communication, Patient-centered Care, Vital Signs

    4.9 stars, 33 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (33) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • C

    Coursera

    GIS Mastery: Spatial Data, Remote Sensing, Decision Support

    Skills you'll gain: Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Information and Technology, GIS Software, Geospatial Mapping, Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Global Positioning Systems, Data Analysis, Data Integration, Decision Support Systems

    4.5 stars, 26 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (26) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Responsible Reporting on Suicide for Journalists

    Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Injury Prevention, Health Education, Epidemiology, Preventative Care, Public Health, Media and Communications, Interviewing Skills, Advocacy, Mental Health, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.8 stars, 16 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Accelerate: Professional Development with an Advanced Degree

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Project Management, Storytelling, Intercultural Competence, Communication Strategies, Professional Development, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Leadership Development, Professional Networking, Cultural Diversity, Strategic Planning, Cultural Responsiveness, Collaboration, Public Speaking, Planning, Oral Expression, Leadership, Time Management

    4.8 stars, 8 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (8) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • R

    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    AI Concepts and Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Generative Model Architectures, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, AI Product Strategy, AI literacy, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Large Language Modeling, Strategic Thinking, Risk Management, Informatics

    4.6 stars, 22 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (22) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Social Listening

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Management, Social Media Analytics, Customer Engagement, Market Trend, Case Studies, Business Strategy, Customer Insights, Brand Management, Digital Marketing Tools, Strategic Thinking, Web Presence, Strategic Decision-Making, Trend Analysis, Analytical Skills, Continuous Monitoring

    4.9 stars, 16 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universiteit Leiden

    Mind of the Universe - Genetic Privacy: should we be concerned?

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Healthcare Ethics, Health Policy, Medical Privacy, Cultural Diversity, Liberal Arts, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Culture, Clinical Research Ethics, Informed Consent, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Biotechnology, Biomedical Technology

    4.1 stars, 17 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.1 (17) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Data Storytelling

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Data Literacy, Data Visualization Software, Tableau Software, Data Ethics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Integrity, Correlation Analysis

    4 stars, 10 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4 (10) · Mixed · 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

  • Public Health Leadership: University of Maryland, College Park
  • How to edit and improve a Facebook Ad: Coursera
  • Community Awareness: Police Brutality in the U.S.: University of Michigan
  • Mixed Methods Research: Bridging Qualitative & Quantitative: Coursera
  • Fundamentals for Implementing a Hypertension Program: Johns Hopkins University
  • GIS Mastery: Spatial Data, Remote Sensing, Decision Support: Coursera
  • Responsible Reporting on Suicide for Journalists: Johns Hopkins University
  • Accelerate: Professional Development with an Advanced Degree: University of Minnesota
  • AI Concepts and Strategy: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Social Listening: Coursera

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