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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


  • U

    University of London

    Finding Your Professional Voice: Confidence & Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Self-Awareness, Communication, Empowerment, Communication Strategies, Composure

    ★ 4.7 (1.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    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

    ★ 4.7 (2.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • T

    The State University of New York

    Disaster, Crisis, and Emergency Preparedness Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Emergency Response, Mitigation, Safety and Security, Health Disparities, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Risk Management, Social Determinants Of Health, Community Health, Media and Communications, Public Health, Risk Analysis, Vulnerability, Community Outreach, Persuasive Communication

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of London

    Global Diplomacy – Diplomacy in the Modern World

    Skills you'll gain: Diplomacy, International Relations, Political Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Sensitivity, World History, Conflict Management, Policy Analysis

    ★ 4.7 (5.6K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Geneva

    International Organizations Management

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Leadership and Management, Strategic Partnership, Marketing, Organizational Leadership, Fundraising, Business Management, Leadership, Governance, Organizational Structure, World History, Branding, Sustainable Development, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Climate Change Mitigation

    ★ 4.8 (2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • A

    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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  • Y

    Yale University

    Introduction to Negotiation: A Strategic Playbook for Becoming a Principled and Persuasive Negotiator

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Communication Strategies, Communication, Persuasive Communication, Influencing, Relationship Building, Collaboration, Decision Making, Game Theory, Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Communication

    ★ 4.8 (5.2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Credit offered
  • S

    Sciences Po

    International migrations: a global issue

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Immigration Law, European History, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Demography, Environmental Issue, Sociology, Political Sciences, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Governance, Public Policies, Economics

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

    Category: Preview
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    Credit offered
  • M

    Madecraft

    Professional Public Speaking

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Driving engagement, Presentations, Active Listening, Interpersonal Communications, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Growth Mindedness, Recognizing Others, Oral Expression, Persuasive Communication, Business Communication, Professional Development, Storytelling, Non-Verbal Communication, Executive Presence, Emotional Intelligence, Stakeholder Engagement, Leadership, Target Audience

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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  • E

    EDUCBA

    Business Communication for Career Growth

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Business Communication, Writing, Verbal Communication Skills, Oral Expression, Communication Strategies, Communication, Concision, Interpersonal Communications, Non-Verbal Communication, Professionalism, Business, Positivity

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Credit offered
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Professional Communication & Career Growth Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Business Correspondence, Interpersonal Communications, Business Communication, Oral Expression, Active Listening, Professional Networking, Cultural Sensitivity, Negotiation, Discussion Facilitation, Intercultural Competence, Social Skills, Interviewing Skills, Oral Comprehension, Communication Strategies, Value Propositions, Applicant Tracking Systems, Writing

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Foundations of Mass Communication & Media

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Finding Your Professional Voice: Confidence & Impact: University of London
  • Improving Communication Skills: University of Pennsylvania
  • Disaster, Crisis, and Emergency Preparedness Communication: The State University of New York
  • Global Diplomacy – Diplomacy in the Modern World: University of London
  • International Organizations Management : University of Geneva
  • Press Coverage, Publicity And Public Relations : Alex Genadinik
  • Introduction to Negotiation: A Strategic Playbook for Becoming a Principled and Persuasive Negotiator: Yale University
  • International migrations: a global issue: Sciences Po
  • Professional Public Speaking: Madecraft
  • Business Communication for Career Growth: EDUCBA

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