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    • Status: Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Créer une publicité Facebook à partir de votre page

      Skills you'll gain: Target Audience, Facebook, Marketing Budgets, Advertising Campaigns, Campaign Management, Budget Management, Advertising, Digital Advertising, Paid media, Content Creation, Drive Engagement

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      SkillUp EdTech

      Managing Storage and Networking

      Skills you'll gain: Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Remote Access Systems, Windows Servers, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Administration, Microsoft Azure, Network Infrastructure, Windows PowerShell, Data Storage Technologies, Public Key Infrastructure, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Data Storage, Network Security, Cloud Storage, Proxy Servers, Virtualization, Web Servers, Web Applications

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Cryptography: Learn Public Key Infrastructure from Scratch

      Skills you'll gain: Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptography, Encryption, Windows Servers, Web Servers, Key Management, Authentications, Cybersecurity, Active Directory, Identity and Access Management, Data Integrity

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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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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      Google Cloud

      Exploring the Public Cryptocurrency Datasets Available in BigQuery

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Big Data, Data Validation, Query Languages, Data Mining, Business Metrics

      Advanced · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • I

      Illinois Tech

      Public Engagement for Scientists

      Skills you'll gain: Technical Communication, Oral Expression, Data Presentation, Data Ethics, Technical Writing, Report Writing, Persuasive Communication, Writing, Media and Communications, Graphic and Visual Design, Research Reports, Interpersonal Communications, Data Cleansing, Design Elements And Principles

      Build toward a degree

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Detect and Investigate Threats with Security Command Center

      Skills you'll gain: Threat Detection, Threat Management, Cloud Security, Google Cloud Platform, Vulnerability Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Public Cloud

      Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • U

      Universidade de São Paulo

      II. Missões Jesuíticas nos territórios guaranis: o cotidiano

      Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Art History, Public History, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Cultural Sensitivity, Medical Science and Research, World History, Music History, Sociology, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Education and Training

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnQuest

      LCFA Practice Course

      Skills you'll gain: Linux Commands, Linux Administration, Linux, Cybersecurity, Serverless Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Computing, Information Systems Security, Open Source Technology, Information Technology, DevOps, Systems Administration, Git (Version Control System), Servers, Software Architecture

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Cómo empezar con Facebook Creator Studio

      Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Social Media Management, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Content Development and Management, Content Creation, Content Performance Analysis

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Edureka

      Use Tableau for your Data Science Workflow

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Interactive Data Visualization, Tableau Software, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard, Data Integration, Tree Maps, Advanced Analytics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Heat Maps, Data Mapping, Data Import/Export

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      B

      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Dimensions of Sustainable Infrastructure in a Project

      Skills you'll gain: Project Finance, Civil Engineering, Corporate Sustainability, Project Design, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Economic Development, Construction, Strategic Partnership, Environmental Engineering, Environment, Natural Resource Management, Socioeconomics, Stakeholder Engagement, Governance, Diversity and Inclusion

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Créer une publicité Facebook à partir de votre page: Coursera Project Network
    • Managing Storage and Networking: SkillUp EdTech
    • Cryptography: Learn Public Key Infrastructure from Scratch: Packt
    • Modern Issues in Food & Agriculture: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Exploring the Public Cryptocurrency Datasets Available in BigQuery: Google Cloud
    • Public Engagement for Scientists: Illinois Tech
    • Detect and Investigate Threats with Security Command Center: Google Cloud
    • II. Missões Jesuíticas nos territórios guaranis: o cotidiano: Universidade de São Paulo
    • LCFA Practice Course: LearnQuest
    • Cómo empezar con Facebook Creator Studio: Coursera Project Network

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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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