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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


  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    FinTech Security and Regulation (RegTech)

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Regulation, Financial Regulations, Bank Regulations, FinTech, Financial Services, Financial Industry Regulatory Authorities, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Mobile Banking, Regulatory Requirements, Financial Controls, Fraud detection, Loss Prevention, Data Security, Cybersecurity, Human Factors (Security), Insurance, Blockchain, Information Privacy, Security Controls

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Drug Development and Pharmacoepidemiology

    Skills you'll gain: Medication Therapy Management, Drug Development, Clinical Trials, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacotherapy, Pharmacology, Medical Prescription, Patient Education And Counseling, Clinical Pharmacy, Clinical Research, Patient Education and Support, Pre-Clinical Development, Patient Safety, Statistical Analysis, Value-Based Care, Epidemiology, Utilization Management, Program Evaluation, Public Health, Data Analysis

    ★ 4.7 (158) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • I

    ISC2

    ISC2 Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)

    Skills you'll gain: Authentications, Incident Response, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Security Controls, Cryptography, Malware Protection, Cryptographic Protocols, Threat Modeling, Endpoint Security, Key Management, Authorization (Computing), Public Key Infrastructure, Security Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Risk Management, Network Security, Application Security, Asset Management, Cloud Security, OSI Models

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

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Global Strategy I: How The Global Economy Works

    Skills you'll gain: Global Marketing, International Relations, Intercultural Competence, World History, Economics, Market Dynamics, Cultural Diversity, Business Management, Political Sciences, Export Control, Business Economics, Business Strategy, Economic Development, Policy Analysis, Financial Regulations, Investments, Risk Management, Competitive Analysis, Business Development

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • S

    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    中医药与中华传统文化

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Health Care, Medical Science and Research, Medical Practices and Procedures, General Medicine, Ancient History, Physiology, Liberal Arts

    ★ 4.6 (225) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    An Introduction to the U.S. Food System: Perspectives from Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Food and Beverage, Sustainable Systems, Public Health, Community Health, Social Justice, Sustainable Development, Community Development, Health Equity, Systems Thinking, Land Management, Environment, Environmental Issue, Environment and Resource Management, Health Policy, Public Policies, Health Promotion, Manufacturing and Production, Advocacy, Economics

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • R

    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Influencer Marketing Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Strategy, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Marketing, Content Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Strategies, Campaign Management, Marketing Communications, Return On Investment, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Driving engagement, Social Media Analytics, Content Strategy, Stakeholder Engagement, Marketing Budgets, Brand Awareness, Marketing Analytics, Presentations, Digital Marketing Tools, Target Audience

    ★ 4.3 (196) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • S

    Sapienza University of Rome

    The Changing Landscape of Ancient Rome. Archaeology and History of the Palatine Hill

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Public History, Political Sciences, European History, Social Studies, World History, Research, Investigation, Culture, Governance, Scientific Methods, Storytelling

    ★ 4.4 (324) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Washington

    Ukraine: History, Culture and Identities

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Culture, European History, Social Studies, World History, Economic Development, Ancient History, International Relations, Sociology, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Social Justice, Political Sciences

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

    Category: Free
    Free
  • L

    Lund University

    European Business Law: Competing in Europe

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Legal Strategy, Legal Writing, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Compliance Management, Commercial Laws, Competitive Analysis, Mergers & Acquisitions, Advocacy, Commercialization, Branding, Brand Strategy, Procurement, Innovation

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • Y

    Yonsei University

    Sustainable Development in the 21st Century with Ban Ki-moon

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Environment, Economic Development, Socioeconomics, Environmental Policy, Health Equity, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, International Relations, Social Justice, Strategic Partnership, Climate Change Adaptation, Education and Training, Climate Change Mitigation, Empowerment, Governance, Innovation

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Leading for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Higher Education

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Programs, Diversity Awareness, Higher Education, Diversity Training, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Leadership, Workplace inclusivity, Initiative and Leadership, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Cultural Responsiveness, Public Affairs, Accountability, Advocacy, Student Engagement

    ★ 4.6 (302) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • FinTech Security and Regulation (RegTech): The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Drug Development and Pharmacoepidemiology: Johns Hopkins University
  • ISC2 Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP): ISC2
  • Global Strategy I: How The Global Economy Works: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • 中医药与中华传统文化: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
  • An Introduction to the U.S. Food System: Perspectives from Public Health: Johns Hopkins University
  • Influencer Marketing Strategy: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • The Changing Landscape of Ancient Rome. Archaeology and History of the Palatine Hill: Sapienza University of Rome
  • Ukraine: History, Culture and Identities: University of Washington
  • European Business Law: Competing in Europe: Lund University

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