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      Coursera Project Network

      How To Measure Your Campaign On Pinterest

      Skills you'll gain: Pinterest, Online Advertising, Social Media Campaigns, Digital Advertising, Advertising Campaigns, Content Performance Analysis, Marketing Analytics, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Target Audience

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Google Cloud

      Trust and Security with Google Cloud - Español

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cloud Computing, Data Security, Google Cloud Platform, Cybersecurity, Public Cloud, Network Security, Infrastructure Security, Threat Detection, Information Privacy, Encryption

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Relaciones internacionales de Asia Oriental

      Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Diplomacy, Political Sciences, World History, Economic Development, Security Strategy, Policy Analysis, Cultural Diversity, Governance

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Understanding and Analyzing Your Costs with Google Cloud Billing Reports

      Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Management, Public Cloud

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Selecting the Right Customer & Channel

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Retention, Customer Acquisition Management, Customer Analysis, Marketing Channel, Customer Insights, Customer Relationship Management, Business-To-Consumer, Cross-Channel Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, B2B Sales, Operating Cost, Strategic Marketing, Business Metrics, Market Analysis

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Kennesaw State University

      Cybersecurity: What to Do When You Are a Victim

      Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Awareness, Personally Identifiable Information, Cyber Risk, Information Privacy, Safety and Security, Multi-Factor Authentication

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Yale University

      Meios digitais para resultados na saúde

      Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Digital Advertising, Behavioral Health, Persuasive Communication, Program Evaluation, Digital Communications, Instagram, Facebook, Public Health, Data Collection

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      How to find customers by uploading contacts on Twitter

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media, Microsoft Outlook, Instagram, Customer Acquisition Management, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Gmail, Target Audience, Customer Relationship Building, Data Import/Export

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of California, Davis

      Writing with Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Writing, Data Ethics, Prompt Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Technical Writing, Machine Learning, Information Privacy

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Università di Napoli Federico II

      Business Intelligence con la Product Suite di Tableau

      Skills you'll gain: Interactive Data Visualization, Dashboard, Data Storytelling, Peer Review, Data Presentation, Tableau Software, Data Visualization Software, Business Intelligence, Data Sharing, Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Data Cleansing, Data Integration

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Predict Taxi Fare with a BigQuery ML Forecasting Model

      Skills you'll gain: Big Data, Predictive Modeling, Google Cloud Platform, Applied Machine Learning, Data Processing, Forecasting

      Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Serverless Agentic Workflows with Amazon Bedrock

      Skills you'll gain: Serverless Computing, Agentic systems, Generative AI Agents, API Gateway, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Applications, Prompt Engineering, Cloud Computing Architecture, Customer Relationship Management, Security Controls

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • How To Measure Your Campaign On Pinterest: Coursera Project Network
    • Trust and Security with Google Cloud - Español: Google Cloud
    • Relaciones internacionales de Asia Oriental: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Understanding and Analyzing Your Costs with Google Cloud Billing Reports: Google Cloud
    • Selecting the Right Customer & Channel : University of Maryland, College Park
    • Cybersecurity: What to Do When You Are a Victim: Kennesaw State University
    • Meios digitais para resultados na saúde: Yale University
    • How to find customers by uploading contacts on Twitter: Coursera Project Network
    • Writing with Generative AI: University of California, Davis
    • Business Intelligence con la Product Suite di Tableau: Università di Napoli Federico II

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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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