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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 System

    Coexistence in Medieval Spain: Jews, Christians, and Muslims

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Social Studies, World History, Intercultural Competence, European History, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Research, Diplomacy, Research Methodologies, Governance

    4.6 stars, 138 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    ESG and Social Activism

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Governance, Corporate Sustainability, Diversity and Inclusion, Corporate Strategy, Corporate Communications, Business Ethics, Crisis Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Social Impact, Advocacy, Stakeholder Management, Public Relations, Stakeholder Engagement, Risk Management, Executive Recruitment, Stakeholder Analysis

    4.8 stars, 180 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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  • G

    Google

    Google Data-Driven Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Ethics, Dashboard Creation, Data Presentation, Performance Measurement, Data Literacy, Data Analysis, Business Intelligence Software, Tableau Software, Data Integrity, Stakeholder Engagement, Data Storytelling, Analysis, Prompt Patterns, Statistical Methods, Analytics, Stakeholder Communications, Visual Design, Spreadsheet Software, Verbal Communication Skills

    4.7 stars, 113 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (113) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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  • I

    Imperial College London

    Foundations of Public Health Practice: The Public Health Toolkit

    Skills you'll gain: Health Assessment, Public Health, Program Evaluation, Epidemiology, Health Policy, Intelligence Collection and Analysis, Data Collection, Report Writing

    4.6 stars, 75 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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  • U

    University of Minnesota

    التحضير لإدارة الموارد البشرية

    Skills you'll gain: Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resource Policies, Workforce Development, Employee Engagement, Drive Engagement, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Compensation Strategy, Staff Management, Management Training And Development, People Management, Compensation Management, Team Motivation, Leadership and Management, Labor Law, Labor Relations, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Economics

    4.8 stars, 297 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (297) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • I

    Imperial College London

    Global Disease Masterclass: Communicable Diseases Epidemiology, Intervention and Prevention

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Infection Control, Microbiology, Community Health, Social Determinants Of Health, Preventative Care, Bloodborne Pathogens, Health Policy, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Trend Analysis, Immunology, Treatment Planning, Data Mapping

    4.7 stars, 191 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (191) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • L

    LearnKartS

    Effective Communication Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Communication Strategies, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Oral Comprehension, Emotional Intelligence, Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Non-Verbal Communication, Business Communication, Tactfulness, Conflict Management, Relationship Management, Teamwork

    4.7 stars, 128 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (128) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Geneva

    International Organizations for Interpreters

    Skills you'll gain: Multilingualism, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, English Language, International Relations, Diplomacy, World History, European History, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Political Sciences, Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

    4.8 stars, 130 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Environmental Hazards and Global Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Demography, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Laws, Environmental Policy, Environmental Issue, Environmental Resource Management, Pollution Prevention, Environment, Sanitation, Health Disparities, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Water Resources, Environmental Science, Health And Safety Standards, Occupational Hygiene, Hazardous Waste Operations And Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER), Radiation Protection, Water Quality, Epidemiology

    4.8 stars, 109 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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  • A

    Alex Genadinik

    Online Reputation Management For Personal Brand Or Business

    Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Web Presence, Search Engine Optimization, Brand Awareness, Professional Networking, Content Optimization, Social Media, Branding

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • M

    Microsoft

    Cybersecurity and Privacy

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Computing Platforms, Multi-Factor Authentication, Authentications, Information Systems Security, Cyber Security Policies, Network Security, Application Security, Data Security, Information Privacy, Cloud Computing Architecture, Servers, Server Side, Cloud Computing, Network Performance Management, Remote Access Systems, Network Administration, Encryption

    4.9 stars, 149 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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  • U

    University of Colorado System

    First Steps in Making the Business Case for Sustainability

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Development, Organizational Change, Sustainable Systems, Performance Improvement, Change Management, Financial Analysis, Systems Thinking, Proposal Development, Cost Benefit Analysis, Business Economics, Capital Budgeting, Environmental Issue, Economics, Stakeholder Engagement, Benchmarking, Environmental Regulations, Cash Flows, Packaging and Labeling

    4.7 stars, 216 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (216) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular public relations courses

  • Coexistence in Medieval Spain: Jews, Christians, and Muslims: University of Colorado System
  • ESG and Social Activism: University of Pennsylvania
  • Google Data-Driven Decision Making: Google
  • Foundations of Public Health Practice: The Public Health Toolkit: Imperial College London
  • التحضير لإدارة الموارد البشرية: University of Minnesota
  • Global Disease Masterclass: Communicable Diseases Epidemiology, Intervention and Prevention: Imperial College London
  • Effective Communication Skills: LearnKartS
  • International Organizations for Interpreters: University of Geneva
  • Environmental Hazards and Global Public Health: University of Michigan
  • Online Reputation Management For Personal Brand Or Business: Alex Genadinik

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