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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


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    Coursera

    Business Communication for the Modern Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Internal Communications, Proposal Writing, Negotiation, AI Personalization, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Communication, Workplace inclusivity, Influencing, Proposal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Stakeholder Communications, Empathy, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Communication Planning, Customer Engagement, Communication Strategies, Leadership and Management, Leadership Development

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    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

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    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

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Alex Genadinik

    Press Coverage, Publicity And Public Relations

    Skills you'll gain: Press Releases, Earned Media, Media Relations, Copywriting, Media and Communications, Public Relations, Media Strategy, Marketing and Public Relations, Promotional Strategies, Product Promotion, Brand Awareness, Case Studies, Professional Networking

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Psychological First Aid

    Skills you'll gain: Triage, Crisis Intervention, Active Listening, Stress First Aid, Rapport Building, De-escalation Techniques, Psychosocial Assessments, Emergency Response, Trauma Care, Emergency Services, First Aid, Patient Assistance, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychiatric Assessments, Patient Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Personal Care, Mitigation, Mental Health

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Communicating with the Public

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Media and Communications, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Interviewing Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Content Creation, Driving engagement, Writing, Rapport Building, Liberal Arts

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    John Wiley & Sons

    The New Rules of Marketing & PR

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Planning, Blogs, Marketing and Public Relations, Content Creation, Search Engine Marketing, Campaign Planning, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Effectiveness, Target Audience, Content Marketing, Media Relations, Data-Driven Marketing, Marketing, Digital Content, Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, Public Relations, Social Media, Business, Web Analytics and SEO

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Madecraft

    Personal Brand Management and Influence

    Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Composure, Influencing, Positivity, Communication, Public Speaking, Brand Strategy, Verbal Communication Skills, Non-Verbal Communication, Executive Presence, Brand Marketing, Branding, Presentations, Professional Networking, Rapport Building, Storytelling, LinkedIn, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Virtual Networking

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    John Wiley & Sons

    Nonprofit Marketing, Engagement, and Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Newsletters, Governance, Event Planning, Event Management, Public Relations, Branding, Brand Strategy, Philanthropy, Fundraising, Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Management, Digital Media Strategy, Storytelling, Marketing and Public Relations, Media and Communications, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Leadership, Marketing, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Operations

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    John Wiley & Sons

    Revolutionizing Marketing and PR for the Digital Era

    Skills you'll gain: Content Creation, Blogs, Digital Content, Social Media Marketing, Content Marketing, Social Media, Consumer Behaviour, Web Content, Public Relations, Digital Marketing Tools, Social Media Content, Digital Media Strategy, Marketing, Digital Transformation, Digital Brand Strategy, Marketing Strategies, MarTech, Marketing Communications, Digital Marketing, Web Analytics and SEO

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    John Wiley & Sons

    Mastering Marketing & PR Plans for Business Growth

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Planning, Marketing and Public Relations, Campaign Planning, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Effectiveness, Target Audience, Content Marketing, Data-Driven Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Communications, Thought Leadership, Content Creation, Target Market, Persona Development, Social Media, Business Marketing, Public Relations, Business, Digital Marketing, Web Analytics and SEO

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Intermediate Visual Communication Skills for Non-Designers

    Skills you'll gain: Typography, Design Elements And Principles, Color Theory, Graphic and Visual Design, Visual Design, Color Matching, Branding, Sensory Systems Analysis, Graphic Design, Creative Design, Photo Editing, Layout Design, Media and Communications, Digital Design, Visual Storytelling, Strategic Communication, Creative Thinking, Design Thinking, Art History, Adobe Creative Cloud

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Business Communication for the Modern Workplace: Coursera
  • The Art of Storytelling: IESE Business School
  • Improving Communication Skills: University of Pennsylvania
  • Press Coverage, Publicity And Public Relations: Alex Genadinik
  • Psychological First Aid: Johns Hopkins University
  • Communicating with the Public: University of California San Diego
  • The New Rules of Marketing & PR: John Wiley & Sons
  • Personal Brand Management and Influence: Madecraft
  • Nonprofit Marketing, Engagement, and Governance: John Wiley & Sons
  • Revolutionizing Marketing and PR for the Digital Era: John Wiley & Sons

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