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Whether you’re new to public relations, or want to expand your knowledge of the field, this certificate will help build a strong foundation in writing, planning, and strategic social media communication. Courses also cover other essential public relations topics such as corporate social responsibility, reputation management, and crisis communication.

ONLINE CERTIFICATE IN PUBLIC RELATIONS

Take the first step toward earning your certificate online

THE DREXEL ADVANTAGE

  • Drexel is among the top 50 private, non-profit, national research universities in the United States, offering online programs since 1997 (Lombardi Report)
  • Learn from faculty with experience in the field
  • Program can be completed 100% online 
  • Credits from the certificate can be transferred into the online MS in Communication program
  • 15-25% new student tuition savings for military, alumni, and members of partner organizations

Drexel also offers an online Bachelor's Degree in Communication
and a Master's Degree in Professional Studies

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PUBLIC

  • Prepares you for careers in journalism, public relations, and nonprofit communication.
  • Choose from courses such as:
  • Event Planning
  • Grant Writing
  • Investigative Journalism
  • Public Relations Planning
  • Strategic Social Media Communication

THREE COMMUNICATION CONCENTRATION OPTIONS

SCIENCE AND HEALTH

  • Prepares you for careers in the medical, science, and pharmaceutical fields.
  • Choose from courses such as:
  • Document Design and Usability
  • Ethics
  • Medical Journalism
  • Public Health Campaigns
  • Science Writing

TECHNICAL

  • Prepares you for careers in a wide range of industries, from social networking to publishing to health care.
  • Choose from courses such as: 
  • Digital Publishing
  • Document Design and Evaluation
  • Editing
  • Ethics
  • Technical Writing

MS in Communication
This online degree provides the nuanced skills and insider knowledge needed to succeed in senior-level positions in any organization. Build an impressive portfolio of work and hands-on expertise that immediately translates to your career.

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