Diploma in Public Relations
Organizational and public-sector communication strategy and practice — built for both corporate PR and government communication roles.
What you'll study, term by term
Foundations of Public Relations
Communication theory, stakeholder mapping, and an introduction to organizational and public-sector communication practice.
Media Relations & Writing
Press release writing, media pitching, and building working relationships with journalists and newsrooms.
Crisis & Public-Sector Communication
Crisis communication planning, government and NGO communication practice, and public consultation methods.
PR Practicum
A supervised placement with a corporate, government, or NGO communication office, producing a real campaign or communication plan.
Entry requirements
- KCSE mean grade C- (minus) or equivalent
- C (plain) in English or Kiswahili
- Certificate holders in a related field may apply for advanced entry
- Mature entry considered on a case-by-case basis for applicants 25 and older
Admissions can review your specific qualifications before you submit a full application — no obligation to enrol.
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Head of Public Relations
Leads organizational communication instruction, with a direct teaching link into KSC's Professional Development Centre for public-sector practitioners.
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Beyond this diploma
Already in government communication?
KSC's public service communicator track builds directly on this diploma's public-sector content.
Already working in PR?
Practising PR professionals can pursue certification directly, without re-enrolling as a student.
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