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    • Status: Free
      Free
      P

      Politecnico di Milano

      One Health: Pandemic preparedness, prevention, and response

      Skills you'll gain: Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Preventative Care, Environment, Environmental Policy, Health Policy, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Governance, Food Safety and Sanitation, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      43 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • T

      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      ¿Cómo funcionan las marcas?

      Skills you'll gain: Brand Management, Branding, Brand Strategy, Brand Awareness, Brand Loyalty, Marketing Management, Consumer Behaviour, Internal Communications, Marketing and Public Relations, Target Audience

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      125 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      A

      American Museum of Natural History

      Virology and Epidemiology in the Time of COVID-19

      Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Socioeconomics, Public Health, Pathology, Microbiology, Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, Mathematical Modeling, Molecular Biology, Taxonomy, Clinical Trials

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      46 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Create Organizational Templates in Trello

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Skills, Project Management Software, Workflow Management, Collaborative Software, Dashboard, User Accounts, Information Architecture

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free
      S

      Sciences Po

      Cities are back in town : sociología urbana para un mundo globalizado

      Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Sociology, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, World History, International Relations, Economics, Environmental Issue, Political Sciences, Systems Thinking, European History, Internet Of Things, Governance, Qualitative Research

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      77 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • L

      LearnQuest

      Artificial Intelligence Privacy and Convenience

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Data Security, Business Ethics, Vulnerability Assessments, Data Governance, Data Collection, Algorithms, Accountability

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      87 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • E

      ESSEC Business School

      Capstone: Create Value from Open Data

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Complex Problem Solving, Data Synthesis, Data Analysis, Data Storytelling, Value Propositions, Data Integration, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Visualization, Presentations

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Ethical Issues in AI and Professional Ethics

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Diversity Awareness, Generative AI, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Diversity, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Social Justice, Machine Learning, Algorithms, Information Privacy

      Build toward a degree

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Putting the Personal in Personalized Nutrition

      Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Precision Medicine, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Public Health

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Colorado System

      Cryptographic Hash and Integrity Protection

      Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Data Integrity, Encryption, Authentications, Data Security, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Digital Communications

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      87 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • B

      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Climate change education

      Skills you'll gain: Environment, Water Resources, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Issue, Civil Engineering, Collaboration, Environmental Science, Environment and Resource Management, Environment Health And Safety, Land Management, Natural Resource Management, Teamwork, Environmental Resource Management, Food and Beverage, Education and Training, Mitigation, Public Health, Self-Awareness, Community Development, Student Engagement

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • E

      EIT Digital

      Becoming a Cybersecurity Consultant

      Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Threat Modeling, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Assessment, Network Security, Risk Management, Security Controls, Data Security, Information Privacy, Vulnerability Assessments, Business Economics

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • One Health: Pandemic preparedness, prevention, and response: Politecnico di Milano
    • ¿Cómo funcionan las marcas?: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Virology and Epidemiology in the Time of COVID-19: American Museum of Natural History
    • Create Organizational Templates in Trello: Coursera Project Network
    • Cities are back in town : sociología urbana para un mundo globalizado: Sciences Po
    • Artificial Intelligence Privacy and Convenience: LearnQuest
    • Capstone: Create Value from Open Data: ESSEC Business School
    • Ethical Issues in AI and Professional Ethics: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Putting the Personal in Personalized Nutrition: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Cryptographic Hash and Integrity Protection: University of Colorado System

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Public Relations

    Public relations courses cover a variety of topics essential for managing an organization's communication with the public. These include the fundamentals of public relations, media relations, and strategic communication planning. Learners will explore topics such as crisis communication, social media management, and content creation. Advanced courses might cover reputation management, public relations analytics, and the use of digital tools in PR campaigns. Practical exercises and real-world case studies help learners apply these concepts to develop effective PR strategies.‎

    Choosing the right public relations course depends on your current skill level and career aspirations. Beginners should look for courses that introduce the basics of public relations, including media relations, communication strategies, and content creation. Those with some experience might benefit from intermediate courses focusing on advanced PR techniques, crisis communication, and social media strategy. Advanced learners or professionals seeking specialized knowledge might consider courses on reputation management, PR analytics, or preparing for certifications like the Accreditation in Public Relations (APR). Reviewing course content, instructor expertise, and learner feedback can help ensure the course aligns with your goals.‎

    A certificate in public relations can open up various career opportunities in the communications and media sectors. Common roles include public relations specialist, communications manager, social media strategist, and corporate communications advisor. These positions involve managing media relations, developing communication strategies, handling crisis situations, and maintaining a positive public image for organizations. With the growing importance of effective communication in business and public life, earning a public relations certificate can significantly enhance your career prospects and opportunities for advancement in fields such as corporate communications, media relations, marketing, and public affairs.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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