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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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    Johns Hopkins University

    Effective Presentations and Persuasive Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Request for Proposal, Presentations, Technical Communication, Persuasive Communication, Proposal Writing, Oral Expression, Proposal Development, Technical Writing, Intercultural Competence, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Design Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, Communication Strategies, Concision, Communication Planning, Innovation, Professional Development, Target Audience

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    Pearson

    The Economy and Politics

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, International Relations, Socioeconomics, Economics, Public Policies, Sociology, World History, Public Safety and National Security, Policy Analysis, Economic Development, Systems Thinking, Organizational Structure

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Speed Up Data Analysis and Presentation Building

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Responsible AI, Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Data Analysis, Spreadsheet Software, AI Enablement

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pearson

    International Economic Policy

    Skills you'll gain: International Finance, Economics, International Relations, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Financial Policy, Public Policies, Supply And Demand

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Data Visualization

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Dashboard, Tableau Software, Plot (Graphics), Dashboard Creation, Data Mapping, Graphing

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Imperial College London

    Introduction to Statistics & Data Analysis in Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Analytical Skills, Science and Research, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Literacy, Statistical Analysis, R (Software), Data Analysis, Statistical Software, Statistical Programming, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Data Analysis Software, R Programming, Statistics, Public Health, Statistical Inference, Descriptive Statistics, Probability Distribution

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Assertiveness You can Speak Up for Yourself

    Skills you'll gain: Assertiveness, Public Speaking, Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Presentations, Communication, Performing Arts, Composure, Executive Presence, Communication Strategies, Constructive Feedback, Leadership, Personal Development, Habit Formation, Needs Assessment

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    HRCI

    HRCI Professional in Human Resources

    Skills you'll gain: Succession Planning, Human Resources, Compensation Analysis, Training and Development, Adult Learning Principles, Performance Improvement, Quality Improvement, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources Management and Planning, Employee Retention, Workforce Planning, Workforce Development, Governance, Human Resource Management, Benefits Administration, Employee Coaching, Workplace inclusivity, Employee Relations, Performance Appraisal, Human Resource Policies

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    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Interviewing and Resume Writing in English

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Negotiation, Oral Expression, Telephone Skills, Price Negotiation, Presentations, Marketing Planning, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Professional Development, Applicant Tracking Systems, English Language, Copywriting, Persuasive Communication, Strategic Marketing, Tactfulness, Business Writing, Intercultural Competence, Business Correspondence, Campaign Planning

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Community Engagement Principles: Health Research & Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Community Health, Community Outreach, Community Development, Health Disparities, Public Health, Community Organizing, Social Determinants Of Health, Research, Rapport Building, Healthcare Ethics, Social Justice, Team Collaboration, Driving engagement, Sustainable Systems

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Body Language Appear Confident and Poised When You Speak

    Skills you'll gain: Non-Verbal Communication, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Lecturing, Oral Expression, Rapport Building, Communication, Executive Presence, Professional Development, Communication Strategies, Constructive Feedback, Composure, Driving engagement

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pearson

    Agency, Employment, and Labor Law

    Skills you'll gain: Labor Relations, Labor Law, Employee Relations, Labor Compliance, Immigration Law, Staff Management, Workers Compensation, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Human Resource Management, Conflict Management, Workforce Management, Commercial Laws, Mediation, Legal Risk, Arbitration, Contract Negotiation, Negotiation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Effective Presentations and Persuasive Writing: Johns Hopkins University
  • The Economy and Politics: Pearson
  • Speed Up Data Analysis and Presentation Building: Google
  • International Economic Policy: Pearson
  • Data Visualization: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Introduction to Statistics & Data Analysis in Public Health: Imperial College London
  • Assertiveness You can Speak Up for Yourself: Packt
  • HRCI Professional in Human Resources: HRCI
  • Interviewing and Resume Writing in English: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Community Engagement Principles: Health Research & Practice: Johns Hopkins University

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