Course Syllabus

 

Course Description

Public Relations: Crafting Stories that Elevate Businesses

In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, one might argue that a company's reputation is its most valuable asset. Enter Public Relations (PR) - the guardian of a company's image, the mastermind behind its stories, and the strategist of its message. Research indicates that businesses, irrespective of their size, benefit significantly from effective PR, not only enhancing their reputation but also boosting trust among customers and stakeholders.

Public relations isn't just about crafting an engaging story; it's an art that blends strategy, communication, and perception management. A compelling PR strategy not only fosters awareness of a company's products and services but also cultivates relationships with the media, influencers, and the public. The impact? Immense. Effective PR can provide exposure comparable to advertising campaigns but often at a fraction of the cost.

While the spheres of PR, marketing, advertising, and sales have distinct functions, they operate in tandem, shaping a cohesive business narrative. Our course offers a deep dive into the realm of PR, while also shedding light on its synergies with other facets of a business's promotional mix.

Course Breakdown:

Lesson 1: Public Relations: The Business Image Custodian Discover the fundamental essence of PR and its transformative impact on businesses.

Lesson 2: The PR Toolkit Analyze the suite of tools and techniques that PR professionals employ to craft and disseminate compelling narratives.

Lesson 3: The Imperative of Public Relations Evaluate why PR is indispensable in today's business world, with real-life case studies showcasing successes and blunders.

Lesson 4: Crafting Your Digital Narrative Learn to leverage the internet to shape and amplify your message, and explore the myriad ways in which online platforms have revolutionized PR.

Lesson 5: The Blueprint of an Effective PR Plan Delve into the strategic aspects of PR, understanding how to conceive and execute a PR campaign that aligns with business objectives.

Lesson 6: The Power of the Press - Releases and Relationships Master the art of drafting impactful press releases and understand the pivotal role of fostering robust media relationships.

Lesson 7: Strategies to Engage and Captivate Your Audience Dive into audience-centric PR approaches, optimizing engagement and resonance.

Lesson 8: Creating Buzzworthy Events Unearth the secrets to conceptualizing and organizing events that captivate media attention and leave lasting impressions.

Lesson 9: The Link between Customer Service and PR Discover how impeccable customer service can be a PR asset, and conversely, how service slip-ups can trigger PR nightmares.

Lesson 10: Marketing: The Close Cousin of PR Examine the intricate relationship between PR and marketing, appreciating their interconnectedness and distinct functionalities.

Lesson 11: PR Mastery - Integrating Knowledge and Strategy A comprehensive module that ties together the course's learnings, offering a holistic view of PR's role in business success.

Lesson 12: Decoding PR Jargon A comprehensive review of key terms and concepts from all lessons, ensuring a solid grasp of PR terminologies.

Why Enroll in This Course?

For anyone eager to amplify a business's voice, foster its image, and navigate the nuanced world of media relations, this course provides an exhaustive and up-to-date primer. Whether you're an entrepreneur aiming to catapult your startup into the limelight, a professional seeking to augment your PR acumen, or simply a curious learner, this course offers rich insights, practical tools, and hands-on exercises to mold you into a PR maestro.

Join us on this enlightening journey, as we unravel the art and science of Public Relations, showcasing its undeniable power in shaping business narratives and steering companies toward unparalleled success.

 
  • Completely Online
  • Self-Paced
  • Printable Lessons
  • Full HD Video  
  • 6 Months to Complete
  • 24/7 Availability
  • Start Anytime
  • PC & Mac Compatible
  • Android & iOS Friendly
  • Accredited CEUs
Universal Class is an IACET Accredited Provider
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Define public relations and what it means to business.
  • Describe the tools for public relations.
  • Summarize your message, your story and what you are trying to accomplish using the Internet.
  • Put together a PR plan.
  • Put together a press release.
  • Describe ways to reach your audience.
  • Define events that draw press and media attention.
  • Describe methods for avoiding bad customer service that can lead to bad press.
  • Summarize the role that marketing plays in your business.
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
 
 

Assessment Guide

Assessment Points
An Introduction 1 points
Lesson 1 Exam 10 points
Lesson 2 Exam 8 points
Lesson 3 Assignment 2 points
Lesson 3 Exam 9 points
Lesson 4 Assignment 2 points
Lesson 4 Exam 6 points
Lesson 5 Exam 10 points
Lesson 6 Exam 10 points
Lesson 7 Exam 10 points
Lesson 8 Exam 8 points
Lesson 9 Exam 10 points
Lesson 10 Exam 10 points
Lesson 11 Exam 9 points
Lesson 12 Exam 7 points
The Final Exam 56 points
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