Melbourne

Public Relations Officer

A Public Relations Officer manages public opinion of businesses, organisations or individuals. You might foster positive attitudes toward a brand and manage any problematic issues that arise. Public Relations Officers hold events, prepare media releases and develop publicity campaigns. You might also conduct surveys or research to test public opinion.

Public Relations Officers should have excellent communication skills and be able to liaise with stakeholders from a range of backgrounds. It’s important you have strong interpersonal skills and good problem solving abilities. Public Relations Officers should be highly organised and be good at multitasking.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $76,960
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a public relations officer?

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BSB40820

Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication

Online
8 months
$3,695
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
BSB50620

Diploma of Marketing and Communication

Online
12 months
$3,995
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Arts (Communications and Media Studies)

On Campus
3 years
$27,402 - $85,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Arts (Media and Communication)

Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $39,177
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Media and Communication

On Campus
3 years
$0 - $45,579
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
22524VIC

Diploma of Business (Public Relations)

On Campus
24 months
$0
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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