Introduction

In today’s fast-evolving digital ecosystem, Social Media Public Relations (PR) has become a critical pillar for brand reputation, crisis management, and audience engagement. Organizations are no longer judged solely by traditional media presence but by their online visibility, sentiment analysis, influencer engagement, and real-time communication strategy across platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X (Twitter), TikTok, and YouTube. Social Media Public Relations (PR) Training Course equips participants with advanced skills in digital PR strategy, reputation management, content virality, media relations, and social listening tools to effectively shape and protect brand narratives in a highly competitive attention economy.

The course is designed to bridge the gap between traditional public relations and modern social media marketing ecosystems, enabling professionals to master brand storytelling, crisis communication, influencer collaborations, and data-driven PR campaigns. Participants will learn how to leverage AI-powered analytics, social listening dashboards, and engagement optimization techniques to build strong digital reputations, manage public perception, and drive measurable business impact. By the end of the program, learners will be capable of executing integrated social media PR strategies that enhance trust, credibility, and global brand authority.

Programme Curriculum

Social Media Public Relations (PR) Training Course

Introduction

Course Duration

5 days

Course Objectives

Master Social Media PR Strategy Development
Understand Digital Reputation Management Techniques
Apply Crisis Communication in Real-Time Social Media
Utilize Social Listening and Sentiment Analysis Tools
Build Effective Brand Storytelling Frameworks
Implement Influencer Marketing and Collaboration Strategies
Optimize Online Brand Visibility and Engagement
Manage Corporate Communication across Digital Platforms
Develop Viral Content Strategies for PR Campaigns
Analyze Audience Insights using Data Analytics Tools
Execute Cross-Platform Media Relations Strategy
Strengthen Online Crisis Recovery and Damage Control
Integrate AI Tools in Social Media PR Automation

Target Audience

Public Relations Officers and Managers
Digital Marketing Specialists
Corporate Communication Executives
Social Media Managers
Brand Strategists and Consultants
Journalism and Media Professionals
Startup Founders and Entrepreneurs
Government and NGO Communication Teams

Course Modules

Module 1: Foundations of Social Media PR

Evolution of PR in the digital era
Difference between traditional PR and Social PR
Key platforms and ecosystems
Role of storytelling in digital branding
Building PR objectives and KPIs
Case Study: Nike’s digital storytelling strategy on Instagram campaigns

Module 2: Digital Brand Reputation Management

Online reputation building strategies
Monitoring brand mentions and feedback
Handling negative reviews and comments
ORM (Online Reputation Management) tools
Reputation scoring metrics
Case Study: Tesla’s brand sentiment fluctuations on X (Twitter)

Module 3: Social Media Crisis Communication

Crisis identification and escalation matrix
Real-time response strategies
Crisis messaging frameworks
Damage control techniques
Post-crisis brand recovery
Case Study: Starbucks racial bias incident response strategy

Module 4: Social Listening & Sentiment Analysis

Introduction to social listening tools
Tracking hashtags, keywords, and mentions
Sentiment categorization
Audience behavior mapping
Data-driven PR decisions
Case Study: Netflix audience reaction analysis during content controversies

Module 5: Influencer & Digital PR Partnerships

Identifying relevant influencers
Micro vs macro influencer strategies
Campaign collaboration models
ROI measurement in influencer PR
Contracting and ethical considerations
Case Study: Coca-Cola influencer-led global campaigns

Module 6: Content Strategy for PR Impact

Viral content creation techniques
Emotional storytelling frameworks
Multimedia PR content
Hashtag strategy and trend hijacking
Editorial calendar planning
Case Study: Apple product launch storytelling campaigns

Module 7: Data-Driven PR Analytics

Key PR performance indicators (KPIs)
Engagement rate optimization
Conversion tracking from PR campaigns
AI-powered analytics tools
Reporting dashboards and insights
Case Study: Amazon data-driven customer engagement strategy

Module 8: Integrated Media Relations Strategy

Combining traditional and digital PR
Press release optimization for SEO
Media outreach strategies
Cross-platform communication planning
Building long-term media relationships
Case Study: Microsoft global media relations transformation strategy

Training Methodology

Interactive lectures and presentations.
Group discussions and brainstorming sessions.
Hands-on exercises using real-world datasets.
Role-playing and scenario-based simulations.
Analysis of case studies to bridge theory and practice.
Peer-to-peer learning and networking.
Expert-led Q&A sessions.
Continuous feedback and personalized guidance.

Register as a group from 3 participants for a Discount

Send us an email: info@fineskilltrainingcenter.org or call +254769199797

Certification

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a globally- recognized certificate.

Tailor-Made Course

We also offer tailor-made courses based on your needs.

Key Notes

a. The participant must be conversant with English.

b. Upon completion of training the participant will be issued with an Authorized Training Certificate

c. Course duration is flexible and the contents can be modified to fit any number of days.

d. The course fee includes facilitation training materials, 2 coffee breaks, buffet lunch and A Certificate upon successful completion of Training.

e. One-year post-training support Consultation and Coaching provided after the course.

f. Payment should be done at least a week before commence of the training, to Fineskill Training Center account, as indicated in the invoice so as to enable us prepare better for you.

Skills & Software Covered

Content strategy Online reputation management Audience engagement Influencer collaboration

Programme Fee

Duration: 5 Days

Method: Online or Physical

Online Price: $1,000

Physical Price: $1,500

Certification: Accredited Certificate

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Available Sessions

Location

Month

Year

Oct 26 2026

26 Oct — 30 Oct 2026

💻 Online / Virtual session

Online $1,000