Overview Public Relations is a distinctive communication function which aims to establish sustainable relationships between an organisation and its various stakeholders, with the focus to enhance the perception these stakeholders may have of the organisation. The purpose of the course is to equip the aspiring professional with the necessary skills and competence to plan and execute […]

overview Public Relations (PR) professionals should be prepared to use their skills to present a positive image of their company at all times. They must be prepared to respond quickly to any crisis that may arise. By putting the right effort into building a solid reputation during good times your business will be able to withstand […]

overview A public relations (PR) plan is imperative to a professional, comprehensive campaign. According to modern day research, more than 50% of new businesses fail the first year. Why? Lack of proper planning and resources in their PR function. By attending this highly engaging and interactive course, you will be guided through a road map which […]

Over 65 million people are displaced (more than 21m of whom are refugees); more than 75% of all displaced people live outside camps, (UNHCR, 2016); Forced displacement is often a reality for multiple generations and most refugees run to countries near to their home country. Relief efforts to refugees cannot be credible or effective unless it […]

overview Effective management of risk is now recognised as a critical element of good governance and assurance arrangements in public service organisations and state agencies. Handling uncertainties and agreeing priorities has implications for strategic and business planning objectives, the relationship with stakeholders and the resourcing, management and control of work programmes and activities. Demonstrating effectiveness in […]

The purpose of this 5-day training is to develop an understanding of gender and violence prevention in post-conflict transitions. The training also explores various International Human Rights Instruments that support gendering human security, conflict transformation and peacebuilding such as CEDAW and UNSCR 1325. The meaning and impact of violence as experienced by women in various conflict […]

Course Objectives By the end of the course, participants will be able to: Explain the foundations of event management List the steps in creating and featuring an event Develop a step-by-step process for planning an event Implement methods to evaluate an event Apply various resources in order to manage logistics Target Audience This course is designed […]

Course Objectives By the end of the course, participants will be able to: List the functions of public relations in a changing environment Plan and organize a PR program by familiarizing themselves with the main functions of a PR professional Practice the key communication skills and techniques essential for performing their PR duties Implement their know-how […]

Course Objectives By the end of the course, participants will be able to: Identify the different types of crises and their aspects List the various principles of crisis communication Devise crisis management processes aimed at mitigating potential crises in their organizations Demonstrate the benefits of using the media in a crisis situation Evaluate and prioritize the […]

Course Objectives By the end of the course, participants will be able to: Identify the types of events and conferences in order to execute a more effective plan Organize, assess and motivate various committees involved in managing events and conferences Promote their events and conferences by planning and setting a step by step promotional plan Explain […]