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    • F

      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      CRM, Dados e o Futuro Centrado no Cliente

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Relationship Management, Customer Data Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Sales Management, Customer Engagement, Big Data, Customer Insights, Customer experience strategy (CX), Business Analytics, Target Market, Business Metrics, Analytics, Consumer Behaviour, Artificial Intelligence

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      47 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Build a social media presence for your business using Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Target Audience, Content Creation, Social Media Content, Social Media, Content Strategy, Marketing Materials, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Marketing Design, Branding

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      62 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Geneva

      Handicap visuel : comprendre et agir pour l'inclusion

      Skills you'll gain: Visual Impairment Education, Disabilities, Diversity Awareness, Empathy, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Human Development, Social Skills, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Special Education, Working With Children, Child Development, Emotional Intelligence, Cognitive flexibility

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of London

      Magna Carta and its Legacies: Freedom and protest

      Skills you'll gain: Public History, World History, European History, Policy Analysis, Political Sciences, International Relations, Social Justice, Legal Research

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      60 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
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      MedCerts

      Medical Administrative Assistants and Office Procedures

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Medical Office Procedures, Medical Records, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Electronic Medical Record, Patient Registration, Medical History Documentation, Practice Management Software, Health Informatics, Record Keeping, Hospital Admissions, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Patient Preparation, Records Management, File Management, Information Privacy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • F

      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Gestão de Marca & Crise de Imagem

      Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Decision Making, Brand Management, Branding, Marketing Communications, Corporate Communications, Brand Strategy, Public Relations, Risk Management, Communication, Communication Strategies, Management Information Systems, Auditing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      89 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      P

      Peking University

      Health Care and Promotion for Infants and Toddlers

      Skills you'll gain: Pediatrics, Child Health, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Pediatric First Aid, Nutrition and Diet, Nursing Care, Working With Children, Maternal Health, Clinical Nutrition, Primary Care, Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Toileting, Health Assessment, Infectious Diseases, Dental Care, Respiratory Care, First Aid

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Politecnico di Milano

      Energy management for real estate. Methods and digital tools

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Building Services Engineering, Facility Management, Thermal Management, Building Codes, Environmental Management Systems, HVAC, Simulation and Simulation Software

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      151 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      التسويق للمشاريع الصغيرة عبر موقع التواصل الإجتماعي فيسبوك

      Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Customer Engagement, Customer Insights, Marketing Analytics, Target Audience, Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Advertising, Social Media, Social Media Campaigns, Marketing, Customer Communications Management

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      103 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of California, Irvine

      Advanced Speaking and Listening Project

      Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Communication, Active Listening, Planning, English Language, Organizational Skills, Detail Oriented, Creativity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      45 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      University of Geneva

      Ebola : Vaincre ensemble !

      Skills you'll gain: Media and Communications, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Public Affairs, Infection Control, Crisis Intervention, Microbiology, Mathematical Modeling, Emergency Response, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Socioeconomics, Cultural Responsiveness, Public Health, Health Care, Health Systems, Pathology, International Relations, Community Health, Healthcare Ethics, Anthropology

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Amazon Web Services

      Skills and Best Practices for Cloud Support Associates

      Skills you'll gain: Root Cause Analysis, Customer Relationship Building, Customer Relationship Management, Problem Management, Verbal Communication Skills, Customer Support, Amazon Web Services, Communication, Cloud Solutions, Technical Support, Cloud Services, Automation, Incident Management, Generative AI, Innovation

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • CRM, Dados e o Futuro Centrado no Cliente: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Build a social media presence for your business using Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Handicap visuel : comprendre et agir pour l'inclusion: University of Geneva
    • Magna Carta and its Legacies: Freedom and protest: University of London
    • Medical Administrative Assistants and Office Procedures: MedCerts
    • Gestão de Marca & Crise de Imagem: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Health Care and Promotion for Infants and Toddlers: Peking University
    • Energy management for real estate. Methods and digital tools: Politecnico di Milano
    • التسويق للمشاريع الصغيرة عبر موقع التواصل الإجتماعي فيسبوك: Coursera Project Network
    • Advanced Speaking and Listening Project: University of California, Irvine

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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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