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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


  • C

    Coursera

    Enhance Organizational Communications with Slack

    Skills you'll gain: Slack (Software), Productivity Software, Collaborative Software, Internal Communications, Team Building, Corporate Communications, Organizational Skills, Business Communication, Team Management, Communication Strategies, Resource Management

    ★ 4.5 (83) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Getting Started with ProfitBooks

    Skills you'll gain: Invoicing, Billing & Invoicing, Inventory Management, Inventory Management System, Tax Management, Accounting Software, Customer Relationship Management, Billing, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Sales Tax, Small Business Accounting, Accounting and Finance Software, Accounting, Security Controls, Payroll Systems

    ★ 4.5 (85) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • I

    Imperial College London

    Immunology: Immune System and Infectious Diseases

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Immunology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Pathology, Epidemiology, Microbiology, Public Health, Molecular Biology

    ★ 4.8 (90) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • N

    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Nutrition and Weight Management for Fitness Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Counseling, Nutrition Education, Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Patient Education And Counseling, Nutritional Assessment, Health And Wellness Coaching, Exercise Science, Meal Planning And Preparation, Physiology, Communication, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • 2

    28DIGITAL

    Privacy in Europe

    Skills you'll gain: General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Case Law, Information Privacy, Court Systems, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, European History, Ancient History, Data Security, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Civil Law, Data Sharing

    ★ 4.4 (98) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Sustainable Transportation Networks and Streetscapes

    Skills you'll gain: Traffic Flow Optimization, Stormwater Management, Public Works, Landscape Architecture, Civil Engineering, Sustainable Development, Water Sustainability, Health Equity, Architectural Design, Land Development, Hydrology, Water Resources, Sustainable Design, Community Development, Community Health, Environment

    ★ 4.8 (98) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Extraordinary Human Capital Management

    Skills you'll gain: Human Capital, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Organizational Change, Change Management, Talent Management, Employee Relations, Human Resource Management, Labor Relations, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, HR Tech, Organizational Strategy, Crisis Management, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, People Analytics, Leadership, Communication

    ★ 4.7 (77) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Customer Centricity with Professor Jagdish Sheth

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Retention, Trustworthiness, Loyalty Programs, Social Impact, Expectation Management, Brand Loyalty, Customer Advocacy, Corporate Sustainability, Customer Relationship Management, Customer Insights, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Engagement, Sustainable Development, Customer Analysis, Human Resource Strategy, Sustainable Business, Customer Relationship Building, Business Strategy, Business, Marketing

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Trust and Security with Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Cloud Standards, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Computing Architecture, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, AI Security, Cloud Platforms, Cyber Governance, Data Security, Public Cloud, Encryption, Cybersecurity, Google Gemini, Security Controls, Computer Security, Infrastructure Security, Gemini, Cyber Security Strategy

    ★ 4.9 (72) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • L

    Lund University

    African development – from the past to the present

    Skills you'll gain: Socioeconomics, Economic Development, World History, Social Sciences, European History, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Sustainable Development, Economics, International Relations, Political Sciences, Demography, International Finance, Governance

    ★ 4.1 (61) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • A

    Aptly

    Advertising and E-commerce on TikTok

    Skills you'll gain: TikTok, Content Performance Analysis, Data-Driven Marketing, Online Advertising, Performance Measurement, Advertising, Advertising Campaigns, Digital Advertising, Marketing Analytics, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Marketing, Marketing Strategies, E-Commerce, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Analytics, Campaign Management, Product Promotion, Market Analysis

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Newborn Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Postpartum Care, Respiratory Care, Infant Care, Maternal Health, Respiration, Preventative Care, Pediatric Nursing, Nursing Care, Vital Signs, Patient Evaluation, Pediatrics, Health Assessment, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Cardiology, Nutritional Assessment, Clinical Assessment, Diagnostic Tests, Safety Standards

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

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

  • Enhance Organizational Communications with Slack: Coursera
  • Getting Started with ProfitBooks: Coursera
  • Immunology: Immune System and Infectious Diseases: Imperial College London
  • Nutrition and Weight Management for Fitness Professionals: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • Privacy in Europe: 28DIGITAL
  • Sustainable Transportation Networks and Streetscapes: Johns Hopkins University
  • Extraordinary Human Capital Management: University of Michigan
  • Customer Centricity with Professor Jagdish Sheth: Kennesaw State University
  • Trust and Security with Google Cloud: Google Cloud
  • African development – from the past to the present: Lund University

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