Learn how to gain the experience you need in order to present a well-rounded body of work, as well as how to put your best foot forward and clearly communicate what you know to the Readiness Review panel.
April 11–14, 2012
| Course
| Brooklyn Center (Minneapolis), Minn.
Designed to provide a setting that will meet the needs of busy professionals, this four-day intensive helps to prepare and advance candidates though the Readiness Review™ and take the computer-based APR Examination.
How do you start prepping? Learn what is expected, get organized, study the right materials and follow the right process — this is the best way to earn the APR credential.
Learn to Analyze Scenario-Based Questions to Increase Your Examination Success
June 12, 2012
| Webinar
Has it been a while since you’ve taken a multiple-choice exam? Increase your understanding of the multiple-choice environment, and participate in demonstration exercises.
Designed to provide a setting that will meet the needs of busy professionals, this four-day intensive helps to prepare and advance candidates though the Readiness Review™ and take the computer-based APR Examination.
Key Concepts and Techniques of Effective Public Relations
Feb. 14–15, 2012
| Course
| Dallas, Texas
Gain a clear understanding of public relations and communications concepts and techniques through lectures, case study presentations, discussions and group exercises. Examine the theory and practice of major issues facing the profession.
When carried out correctly, generational marketing can serve as a cost-effective strategic research approach to learning more about your target audiences. Learn how each group has its own nuances, personality, distinctions and personal value.
Gain a strategic approach to communications that will help you become more of a strategist, better prepared to offer solutions and counsel and more valuable to your organization’s decision making.
Despite advances in digital technology and social media, a successful response to a crisis depends on a solid plan built around teams, processes, audiences and messages. Learn how to provide value to your organization when it counts — in a crisis.
As public relations practitioners in the entertainment and sports fields are well aware, there seems to be a particular urgency associated with issues involving public figures. Join this webinar to learn what you can do to prepare for crisis... before the crisis happens.
Learn proven strategies for using community relations as an effective force in your organization’s success. Target discrete sections of an increasingly diverse society.
How can you turn product conversations into passionate conversations? Hear about word-of-mouth case studies, and learn how to allow your fans to share brand ownership.
An In-Depth Look at Engaging the Largest and Fastest-Growing Pool of PR Professionals
On-Demand Webinar
This webinar will provide specific knowledge about this distinctive group that will help attendees better understand and lead them, while reducing the frustration many Gen Xers and Boomers report in attempting to do so.
How to Sustain Social Media Efforts Over the Long Term
March 27, 2012
| Webinar
Why dosome social media programs thrive when their leader leaves and others fail? Learn how to integrate social media into your organization so that if a star leaves, social media efforts can remain effective.
Getting to the Table Earlier and With More Personal Power
May 10, 2012
| Webinar
Learn practices that will get you invited into the decision-making process before all the decisions have been made by the high-priced lawyers and outside consultants.
Using multiple communication approaches certainly makes customer communications more effective. However, it also makes it harder to isolate how much impact each element might have. Learn how different elements contribute to ROI.
Learn to Better Understand Your Clients and Prospects
On-Demand Webinar
Information can make every strategy and tactic more effective, and it does not have to be mysterious at all! You just have to become comfortable with how it works and what it can do for you.
Learn how to apply the Barcelona Principles and standards in the work you do every day. This half day seminar is highly interactive, with a variety of hands-on exercises.
Winning Over Journalists and Bloggers in the New Media Landscape
March 8, 2012
| Course
| Atlanta, Ga.
Learn intensely practical tips that will instantly boost your media and blog coverage including eight “story boosters” that turn ordinary news into stories journalists crave and four proven formulas for winning email pitch subject lines.
Proactive planning — with a specific message — is the only way to go into a media interview. Be prepared for every media opportunity facing you, your clients and your company.
Learn How to Gain Attention From Journalists and Bloggers
April 26, 2012
| Webinar
Do you have a routine story to pitch? Learn eight proven approaches that will transform your routine story into one that grabs attention in the first sentence.
Develop a Centralized Information Headquarters for Your Organization
Jan. 31, 2012
| Webinar
Ensure that you have all of the essential elements that mainstream journalists expect. Then, integrate social media features into your online newsroom so that people can easily share your news.
Learn the best ways to evaluate who needs to be involved and what policy areas should be developed for your company, including legal concerns and IT risks to account management and employee access.
As public relations practitioners in the entertainment and sports fields are well aware, there seems to be a particular urgency associated with issues involving public figures. Join this webinar to learn what you can do to prepare for crisis... before the crisis happens.
How to Write Blog Postings, Tweets and Web Pages That Engage
March 23, 2012
| Course
| Chicago, Ill.
Learn how to make your posts personable and receive tips for increasing the usability of your copy by 124 percent in three steps. Discover the two elements that must be included in an online lead.
How to Write Blog Postings, Tweets and Other Status Updates
April 24, 2012
| Webinar
How can you make your blog posts more personable? Discover how to make your blog postings, tweets and other status updates more relevant, valuable and interesting to your readers.
Learn Social Media Strategies for Effective Public Relations
June 28–29, 2012
| Course
| New York, N.Y.
Learn the ins and outs of blogging, podcasting, RSS, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, online newsrooms and other social media. Gain hands-on experience through step-by-step exercises using new media tools and services.
Develop Buzz-Building Strategies That Grow Your Brand
On-Demand Webinar
We are in an environment where brands no longer have complete control due to a fragmented and consumer-driven digital media culture. To break through and stand out, programs must be buzz-worthy.
We all have had to wear the “event planner” hat at one time or another, but too many times we are strapped for great ideas, or have a very limited budget. Examine elements critical to putting together a spectacular event on a limited budget.
How to Write Blog Postings, Tweets and Web Pages That Engage
March 23, 2012
| Course
| Chicago, Ill.
Learn how to make your posts personable and receive tips for increasing the usability of your copy by 124 percent in three steps. Discover the two elements that must be included in an online lead.
Help Your Audience Members Read, Understand and Remember Your Message
March 29, 2012
| Webinar
How do you make your copy easier to read? Gain nine tools for measuring, managing and reporting reading ease, and three bonus tips for boosting readability.
How to Write Blog Postings, Tweets and Other Status Updates
April 24, 2012
| Webinar
How can you make your blog posts more personable? Discover how to make your blog postings, tweets and other status updates more relevant, valuable and interesting to your readers.
Learn useful tactics that will help you develop distinctive content that reaches and appeals to your target audience. Master a seven-step system for making every piece you write easier to read and understand.
How to Write Blog Postings, Tweets and Web Pages That Engage
March 23, 2012
| Course
| Chicago, Ill.
Learn how to make your posts personable and receive tips for increasing the usability of your copy by 124 percent in three steps. Discover the two elements that must be included in an online lead.
Help Your Audience Members Read, Understand and Remember Your Message
March 29, 2012
| Webinar
How do you make your copy easier to read? Gain nine tools for measuring, managing and reporting reading ease, and three bonus tips for boosting readability.
How to Write Blog Postings, Tweets and Other Status Updates
April 24, 2012
| Webinar
How can you make your blog posts more personable? Discover how to make your blog postings, tweets and other status updates more relevant, valuable and interesting to your readers.
Learn useful tactics that will help you develop distinctive content that reaches and appeals to your target audience. Master a seven-step system for making every piece you write easier to read and understand.
PRSA membership is more valuable than ever before. Broaden your skill set with access to more than 50 free live and on-demand webinars that are planned for 2012 when you join now.