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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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    The University of Edinburgh

    Learning for a Sustainable Future: Live at COP28

    Skills you'll gain: Discussion Facilitation, Environmental Issue, Climate Change Programs, Sustainable Development, Interactive Learning, Liberal Arts, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Policy, Community Development, Advocacy, Creativity, Education and Training, International Relations, Diplomacy

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Starweaver

    Essentials of Hospitality Management

    Skills you'll gain: Revenue Management, Hospitality Services, Capital Expenditure, Financial Statement Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Hospitality Management, Cost Control, Budget Management, Hospitality, Cost Management, Financial Statements, Hotel And Restaurant Management, Hospitality and Food Services, Capital Budgeting, Budgeting, Guest Relations, Hotel Operations, Financial Forecasting, Financial Management, Financial Planning

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    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

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    190 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IE Business School

    Comercio, Inmigración y Tipos de Cambio en un Mundo Globalizado

    Skills you'll gain: Economics, International Finance, International Relations, Socioeconomics, Financial Trading, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Payment Systems, Political Sciences, Supply And Demand, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Market Dynamics, Social Sciences, Demography

    4.8
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    行銷典範轉移: 變動中的消費世界 (Marketing in a changing world)

    Skills you'll gain: Branding, Brand Management, Target Market, Marketing, Marketing Management, Customer Relationship Management, Strategic Marketing, Brand Loyalty, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Brand Strategy, Marketing Strategies, Digital Brand Strategy, Brand Awareness, Customer Retention, Customer Data Management, Relationship Management, Customer Engagement, Data-Driven Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Market Dynamics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    129 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Clinical Trials Management and Advanced Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Research Ethics, Clinical Data Management, Clinical Trials, Healthcare Ethics, Clinical Research, Good Clinical Practices (GCP), Institutional Review Board (IRB), Regulatory Compliance, Clinical Documentation, Scientific Methods, Record Keeping

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    杏林探宝——认知中药

    Skills you'll gain: Public Health and Disease Prevention, Preventative Care, Pharmacology, Nutrition and Diet, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Safety, Dietetics, Ancient History, Clinical Practices, Liberal Arts, Food and Beverage

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    139 reviews

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Animals, Self, and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Social Sciences, Sociology, Anthropology, Social Justice, Human Relations Movement, Child Welfare, Media and Communications, Environmental Issue, Legal Proceedings

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Create a Departure and Personal Statement for Interviews

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Concision, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Interviewing Skills, Writing, Professional Networking, Relationship Building, Professional Development, Business Writing, Communication

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    133 reviews

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Financial Forecasting and Reporting

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Financial Analysis, Sustainability Reporting, Risk Management, Budgeting, Income Statement, Risk Modeling, Risk Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis, Financial Management, Financial Reporting, Balance Sheet, Corporate Sustainability, Financial Forecasting, Engineering Management, Operating Budget, Business Reporting, Cash Flows

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Google Data-Driven Decision Making

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

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Healthy Aging and the Future of Cannabis Research

    Skills you'll gain: Gerontology, Public Health, Exercise Science, Health Policy, Substance Abuse, Preventative Care, Geriatrics, Kinesiology, Pain Management, Research, Immunology, Pharmacotherapy, Pharmacology, Clinical Research, Science and Research, Risk Analysis, Chronic Diseases, Physiology, Personal Development, Psychology

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Learning for a Sustainable Future: Live at COP28: The University of Edinburgh
  • Essentials of Hospitality Management: Starweaver
  • Global Disease Masterclass: Communicable Diseases Epidemiology, Intervention and Prevention: Imperial College London
  • Comercio, Inmigración y Tipos de Cambio en un Mundo Globalizado: IE Business School
  • 行銷典範轉移: 變動中的消費世界 (Marketing in a changing world): National Taiwan University
  • Clinical Trials Management and Advanced Operations: Johns Hopkins University
  • 杏林探宝——认知中药: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
  • Animals, Self, and Society: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Create a Departure and Personal Statement for Interviews: Coursera
  • Financial Forecasting and Reporting: University of Colorado Boulder

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