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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 Colorado Boulder

    Strategic Communication Campaigns

    Skills you'll gain: Campaign Planning, Strategic Communication, Communication Planning, Target Audience, Campaign Management, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Advertising Campaigns, Resource Allocation, Media Strategy, Brand Management, Corporate Communications, Integrated Marketing Communications, Stakeholder Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Business Strategy, Communication, Business Communication, Business Process

    4.5 stars, 56 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (56) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • M

    Meta

    Introduction to Social Media Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Target Audience, Social Media Strategy, Social Media, Customer Analysis, Persona Development, Smart Goals, Marketing Effectiveness, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Goal Setting, Digital Media Strategy, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Facebook, Marketing Channel, Instagram, Digital Marketing, Journey Mapping

    4.8 stars, 16K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (16K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Effective Communication: Writing, Design, and Presentation

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Public Speaking, Presentations, Peer Review, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Business Correspondence, Storytelling, Business Communication, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Verbal Communication Skills, Design, Visual Design, Writing, Organizational Skills, Project Design, Layout Design, Writing and Editing, Concision, Graphical Tools

    4.8 stars, 12K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (12K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IESE Business School

    The Art of Storytelling

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Public Speaking, Oral Expression, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Drive Engagement, Active Listening

    4.6 stars, 1.2K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (1.2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of California, Davis

    The Strategy of Content Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Content Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Copywriting, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Content Development and Management, Brand Marketing, Brand Strategy, Writing, Marketing Analytics, Marketing Channel, B2B Sales, Auditing

    4.5 stars, 5.4K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (5.4K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Improving Communication Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Communication, Communication Strategies, Persuasive Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Business Communication, Strategic Communication, Trustworthiness, Rapport Building, Productivity, Goal Setting, Relationship Building, Cooperation, Negotiation, Relationship Management

    4.7 stars, 2.1K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (2.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Business Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Teamwork, Business Writing, Constructive Feedback, Conflict Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Collaboration, Team Building, Diversity Awareness, Business Correspondence, Business Communication, Team Collaboration, Recognizing Others, Motivational Skills, Decision Making, Collaborative Software, Writing, Team Motivation, Performance Management, Staff Management, Grammar

    4.8 stars, 11K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (11K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Trending right now
    Trending right now
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Professional Communication & Executive Presence

    Skills you'll gain: Succession Planning, Leadership Studies, Leadership, Leadership Development, Tenacity, Organizational Leadership, Non-Verbal Communication, Relationship Building, Assertiveness, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Executive Presence, Teamwork, Professional Development, Communication Strategies, Communication, Coaching, Virtual Teams, Growth Strategies, Presentations

    4.7 stars, 63 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (63) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Digital Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Marketing, Digital Brand Strategy, Digital Marketing Campaigns, Customer Engagement, Journey Mapping, Digital Marketing Tools, Direct Marketing, Driving engagement, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Online Advertising, Digital Advertising, MarTech, Strategic Marketing, Data Architecture, Social Media Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Customer Insights, Emerging Technologies, Experimentation, Data Visualization

    4.7 stars, 23K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (23K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Trending right now
    Trending right now
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Science of Exercise

    Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Physiology, Nutrition and Diet, Behavioral Health, Human Musculoskeletal System, Health Assessment, Pharmacology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Immunology, Preventative Care, Respiration, Nutritional Assessment, Endocrinology, Chronic Diseases, Vital Signs, Biochemistry, Public Health

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

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Successful Presentation

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Presentations, Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Oral Expression, Communication, Executive Presence, Communication Strategies, Composure, Verbal Strategic Communication, Creativity, Business Writing, Editing, Adaptability

    4.7 stars, 5K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of London

    Finding Your Professional Voice: Confidence & Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Self-Awareness, Communication, Empowerment, Communication Strategies, Composure

    4.7 stars, 1.3K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (1.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Strategic Communication Campaigns: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to Social Media Marketing: Meta
  • Effective Communication: Writing, Design, and Presentation: University of Colorado Boulder
  • The Art of Storytelling: IESE Business School
  • The Strategy of Content Marketing: University of California, Davis
  • Improving Communication Skills: University of Pennsylvania
  • Business Communication: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Professional Communication & Executive Presence: EDUCBA
  • Digital Marketing: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Science of Exercise: University of Colorado Boulder

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