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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


  • G

    Google - Spectrum Sharing

    Become a CBRS Certified Professional Installer by Google

    Skills you'll gain: Public Key Infrastructure, Wireless Networks, Technical Communication, Communication Systems, Network Infrastructure, Global Positioning Systems, System Configuration, Record Keeping, Verification And Validation, Technical Services, Data Entry, Data Validation

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    220 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free
    Free
    Y

    Yad Vashem

    Antisemitism: From Its Origins to the Present

    Skills you'll gain: European History, Ancient History, World History, Social Studies, Anthropology, Cultural Diversity, International Relations, Sociology, Social Sciences, Political Sciences

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    91 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    E

    ESSEC Business School

    La Philanthropie : Comprendre et Agir

    Skills you'll gain: Philanthropy, Fundraising, Social Impact, Social Justice, Innovation, Corporate Sustainability, Tax, Program Evaluation, Public Policies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Strategic Decision-Making, Governance, Psychology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    131 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free
    Free
    S

    Sciences Po

    Cities are back in town : sociología urbana para un mundo globalizado

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sociology, Governance, Social Sciences, Public Policies, World History, Demography, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, International Relations, Technology Solutions, Economics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    81 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    C

    Coursera

    B2B and Territory Sales Strategies and Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Territory Management, B2B Sales, Regional Sales, Selling Techniques, Sales Management, Consultative Selling, Sales, Sales Strategy, Sales Training, Market Analysis, Sales Process, Market Research, Competitive Intelligence, Customer Relationship Management, Negotiation

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    119 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    D

    Duke University

    Civic Engagement in American Democracy

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Social Studies, Advocacy, Public Policies, Governance, Public Administration

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    109 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Ley de protección de datos. Conoce tus derechos

    Skills you'll gain: General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Personally Identifiable Information, Information Privacy, Data Security, Security Requirements Analysis, Data Governance, Data Ethics, Data Access, Risk Management Framework

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    147 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Create Organizational Templates in Trello

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Skills, Project Management Software, Workflow Management, Collaborative Software, Dashboard, Team Management, Project Management, User Accounts, Information Architecture

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    18 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Michigan

    Speaking and Presenting: Pitches and Persuasion

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Non-Verbal Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Cognitive flexibility, Ingenuity, Communication, Creativity, Optimism, Problem Solving, Resilience, Research, Self-Awareness

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    94 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Evaluating Public Health Programs at Scale

    Skills you'll gain: Program Evaluation, Health Equity, Data Collection, Public Health, Research Design, Nutritional Assessment, Policy Analysis, Healthcare Ethics, Surveys, Child Health, Maternal Health, Statistical Analysis

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    21 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Einführung in Marketing für soziale Medien mit Visme

    Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Content, Marketing Budgets, Social Media, Marketing Materials, Organizational Skills, Graphic and Visual Design, Brand Awareness, Branding

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free
    Free
    U

    University of Michigan

    Sleep Deprivation: Habits, Solutions, and Strategies Teach-Out

    Skills you'll gain: Mental Health, Stress Management, Community Health, Self-Awareness, Social Impact, Cultural Diversity, Health Promotion, Productivity, Public Health, Health Care, Health Technology, Physiology

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    56 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Become a CBRS Certified Professional Installer by Google: Google - Spectrum Sharing
  • Antisemitism: From Its Origins to the Present: Yad Vashem
  • La Philanthropie : Comprendre et Agir: ESSEC Business School
  • Cities are back in town : sociología urbana para un mundo globalizado: Sciences Po
  • B2B and Territory Sales Strategies and Techniques: Coursera
  • Civic Engagement in American Democracy: Duke University
  • Ley de protección de datos. Conoce tus derechos: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Create Organizational Templates in Trello: Coursera
  • Speaking and Presenting: Pitches and Persuasion: University of Michigan
  • Evaluating Public Health Programs at Scale: Johns Hopkins University

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