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      Yunus Social Business Fund Bengaluru

      Value and Business Decision Making

      Skills you'll gain: Cash Flows, Financial Analysis, Decision Making, Risk Analysis, Business Valuation, Strategic Decision-Making, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Capital Budgeting, Stakeholder Management, Finance, Business Ethics, Return On Investment, Corporate Sustainability, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Yunus Social Business Fund Bengaluru

      Risk, Return and Valuation

      Skills you'll gain: Business Valuation, Return On Investment, Finance, Financial Analysis, Business Risk Management, Capital Budgeting, Risk Management, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Financial Modeling, Portfolio Management, Corporate Finance, Cash Flows, Decision Making, Probability & Statistics

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Introduction au CRM avec HubSpot

      Skills you'll gain: HubSpot CRM, Sales Pipelines, Email Marketing, Dashboard, Sales Process, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Customer Relationship Management, Team Management, Customer Data Management, User Accounts

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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Utrecht University

      The exposome: cracking the science about what makes us sick

      Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Environmental Monitoring, Biostatistics, Public Health, Environmental Science, Data Science, Statistical Analysis, Cardiology, Bioinformatics, Chronic Diseases, Research, Nutrition and Diet

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Università di Napoli Federico II

      Introduzione alla Data Visualization con Tableau

      Skills you'll gain: Tableau Software, Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Business Intelligence, Data Presentation, Data Integration, Data Access, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Introducción a la regulación del comercio internacional

      Skills you'll gain: Arbitration, Intellectual Property, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, International Relations, World History, Economics, Commercial Laws, Environmental Policy, Social Justice, Human Relations Movement

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Digital Media and Strategic Planning in Technology Markets

      Skills you'll gain: Value Propositions, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Search Engine Optimization, Competitive Analysis, Digital Media Strategy, Web Analytics and SEO, Business Modeling, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Business Strategy, Content Marketing, Market Analysis, Paid media, Digital Marketing, Email Marketing, Video Production

      Build toward a degree

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Codio

      Data Security for Web Developers

      Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Data Security, Encryption, Authorization (Computing), General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Secure Coding, Public Key Infrastructure, Authentications, Web Development, Application Security, Web Applications, Multi-Factor Authentication

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Global Climate Change Policies and Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Policy, Environment, Environmental Issue, International Relations, Policy Analysis, Energy and Utilities, Policy Development, World History, Mitigation, Economics, Environmental Science, Data Analysis, Physical Science, Forecasting, Emerging Technologies

      Build toward a degree

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Modern Issues in Food & Agriculture

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Food and Beverage, Consumer Behaviour, Environmental Issue, Environment and Resource Management, Corporate Sustainability, Economics, Packaging and Labeling, Public Policies, Emerging Technologies, Policy Analysis, Business Technologies, Technology Strategies

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Imperial College London

      Migration and health

      Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Public Health, Health Systems, Health Care, Health Policy, Immigration Law, Governance, Public Policies, Demography, Policy Analysis, Research

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      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      SkillUp EdTech

      Tableau Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Tableau Software, Peer Review, Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Presentations, Data Cleansing, Business Intelligence, Data Visualization Software, Data Quality, Data Manipulation, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Value and Business Decision Making: Yunus Social Business Fund Bengaluru
    • Risk, Return and Valuation: Yunus Social Business Fund Bengaluru
    • Introduction au CRM avec HubSpot: Coursera Project Network
    • The exposome: cracking the science about what makes us sick: Utrecht University
    • Introduzione alla Data Visualization con Tableau: Università di Napoli Federico II
    • Introducción a la regulación del comercio internacional: Universidad de los Andes
    • Digital Media and Strategic Planning in Technology Markets: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Data Security for Web Developers: Codio
    • Global Climate Change Policies and Analysis : University of Colorado Boulder
    • Modern Issues in Food & Agriculture: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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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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