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Best public relations Courses Online

We compared 20 Public Relations courses currently listed on Coursera, Udemy, edX and International Open Academy, priced from $19.99 to $199.99. 4 come from a named university or institution, including University of Colorado Boulder, The University of Michigan and University of Cape Town. They are ordered by our CourseAsk score, which is built from how thoroughly each course describes what it teaches, whether it comes from a named institution, and how it compares on price — not from star ratings, which our course data does not include.

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  1. 1
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit University-backed

    Introduction to Public Relations and the Media

    Offered by University of Colorado Boulder

    This specialization is ideal for learners interested in how to practice public relations and branding communication. You will learn how to use different tools to manage your company’s reputation. You will learn about dif...

    $49.00
    listed price
  2. 2
    Udemy Certificate

    Public Relations: Speak Effectively at Press Conferences

    Public Relations depends on speaking effectively to the news media. Imagine yourself speaking at a press conference with total confidence, and the media are there in full force capturing your messages and using your...

    $199.99
    listed price
  3. 3
    Udemy MOOC / Non-credit Lowest price here

    Top 10 Principles of Public Relations

    This course provides a top-level view of the public relations profession and answers questions such as, "What is public relations?" and "How can I be a successful PR professional?" My more than 30 years practicing and te...

    $19.99
    listed price
  4. 4
    Udemy MOOC / Non-credit

    AI for PR: The Beginner's Guide to Modern Public Relations

    The world of Public Relations (PR) is changing rapidly.Artificial Intelligence is reshaping how brands earn media coverage, manage reputation, build authority, improve digital visibility, and communicate with audiences....

    $19.99
    listed price
  5. 5
    Udemy Certificate

    Public Relations Certified Manager: 2026 AI Edition

    دورة "العلاقات العامة - مدير معتمد" هي دورة تدريبية شاملة تهدف إلى تزويد المشاركين بالمعرفة والمهارات اللازمة لإدارة العلاقات العامة بفعالية وكفاءة. تتناول الدورة مفاهيم وأساسيات العلاقات العامة، بالإضافة إلى تقديم استرا...

    $74.99
    listed price
  6. 6
    edX MOOC / Non-credit University-backed

    Public Library Marketing and Public Relations

    Offered by The University of Michigan

    Learn how to develop effective marketing and PR strategies to help share your library’s programs, services, and value with the broader community.

    $59.00
    listed price
  7. 7
    edX MOOC / Non-credit University-backed

    Public Relations (PR)

    Offered by University of Cape Town

    Become an effective communications professional in the digital age.

  8. 8

    PR - Public Relations

    How do you get your story in the media? Make headline news? By creating a PR strategy and creating stories the media will love. This course shows you how

    $24.99
    listed price
  9. 9
    Coursera Certificate University-backed

    Strategic Communication Campaigns

    Offered by University of Colorado Boulder

    Integrated communication campaigns are a critical tool in the marketing toolbox that target specific audiences across a blend of paid media, earned media, and social media . They can drive sales, increase client involvem...

    $49.00
    listed price
  10. 10
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit University-backed

    Crisis Management and Crisis Communication

    Offered by University of Colorado Boulder

    Increasingly, modern societies are witnessing crises of confidence in their institutions, whether they are for-profit, non-profit, or governmental. Regardless of where you are working, or where you may want to work, you...

    $49.00
    listed price
  11. 11
    edX Bachelor's Degree University-backed

    Bachelor of Arts in Communication

    Offered by Maryville University

    The Bachelor of Arts in Communication program offered on edX provides a comprehensive understanding of communication theories and practices. You'll explore various communication mediums and develop skills that are crucia...

  12. 12
    Udemy Certificate

    Digital Marketing Mastery for Real Estate Agents

    Tired of cold calls? Even more tired of knocking on doors or handing out flyers? Then you need to dive deep into the world of digital marketing. In a 2022 survey, real estate agents reported receiving more than 60 percen...

    $29.99
    listed price
  13. 13
    Udemy MOOC / Non-credit

    communication institutionnelle

    La communication institutionnelle regroupe l’ensemble des actions de communication qui visent à promouvoir l’image d’une institution (publique ou privée). Le rôle de ce type de communication est de de promouvoir l’organi...

    $19.99
    listed price
  14. 14
    Udemy Certificate

    Digital Marketing: Crisis & Reputation Management

    This course contains the use of artificial intelligence.In today’s hyper-connected landscape, a single viral post, a misunderstood ad, or an AI-generated deepfake can destroy years of hard-earned brand equity in a matter...

    $19.99
    listed price
  15. 15
    Udemy Certificate

    Startup PR: Media Relations, Press Pitching & Earned Media

    PR is one of the highest-leverage growth channels a startup can build—because it creates trusted visibility, not just impressions.Consider a few realities:92% of people trust recommendations from people they know more th...

    $99.99
    listed price
  16. 16
    Udemy Certificate

    The “O” Factor: How We Got Featured in Oprah’s 'O' Magazine

    Are you ready to step into the spotlight with one of the most influential brands on the planet?Welcome to “The ‘O’ Factor: How We Got Featured in Oprah’s Magazine and FavoriteThings.” I’m Susan Harrow, a world-renowned m...

    $199.99
    listed price
  17. 17
    Udemy Certificate

    Press Release Writing — Crash Course

    Comprehensive training for beginners — This course is perfect for those new to press release writing, with no prior experience required in PR, marketing, or journalism. It provides a solid foundation for anyone looking t...

    $19.99
    listed price
  18. 18
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit

    Crisis Communications

    Offered by IESE Business School

    This Crisis Communications course equips professionals with essential skills to navigate and effectively manage crisis situations through strategic communication and interviews. Learn to identify crisis types, develop ta...

    $49.00
    listed price
  19. 19
    Coursera MOOC / Non-credit

    Nonprofit Marketing, Engagement, and Governance

    Offered by John Wiley & Sons

    Nonprofit organizations must effectively communicate their mission, engage stakeholders, and maintain strong governance structures to achieve lasting impact. This course explores the essential elements of nonprofit marke...

    $49.00
    listed price
  20. 20
    Coursera Certificate

    The New Rules of Marketing & PR

    Offered by John Wiley & Sons

    This Specialization provides a comprehensive journey through modern marketing and PR strategies, emphasizing the shift from traditional methods to the digital era. Learners explore why old marketing rules fail online and...

    $49.00
    listed price

What the prices here tell you

The 18 priced courses on this page run from $19.99 to $199.99, with the middle of the range around $49.00 — a spread of $180.00. That is a wide gap for one subject. A higher price on this page usually reflects who is behind the course rather than how much material it contains, so it is worth opening two or three at different price points and comparing their syllabus before deciding.

Who is behind these courses

These courses come from Coursera, Udemy, edX and International Open Academy. The platforms differ in how they sell: some charge once per course, others expect a subscription, and the listed price is not always what you pay at checkout after a promotion. 4 of these are produced by a named university or institution, including University of Colorado Boulder, The University of Michigan and University of Cape Town — which usually means a fixed syllabus and a recognised certificate, rather than an individual instructor’s own course.

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