Public Relations

Strategic Messaging Frameworks

A messaging framework keeps everyone saying the same thing, consistently and persuasively. This course covers building message houses, core narratives, audience-specific messages, proof points, testing messages, message governance and keeping messages fresh across campaigns and channels.

5 days Classroom or live online English

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Why attend

From knowledge to real-world impact.

Inconsistent messages confuse audiences and weaken brands. You will learn to build frameworks everyone can use.

Workplace challenges

Professional Problems This Course Is Designed to Solve

The programme explores practical approaches to the following challenges. Results depend on how the learning is applied in your organisation.

Difficulty translating subject knowledge into practical workplace decisions.
Inconsistent approaches to the activities covered in the course outline.
Lack of a structured plan for applying and reviewing new skills.

Course methodology

How you will learn.

Message house workshops, message testing exercises, audience adaptation and peer review.

Course objectives

What you'll take away.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Explain the role of messaging frameworks
Build a message house
Develop a core narrative
Adapt messages for different audiences
Support messages with proof points
Test and govern messaging

Target audience

Who should attend.

This course is suitable for:

Communication and PR managers
Marketing and brand managers
Corporate affairs staff
Spokespeople
Content teams

Target competencies

Capabilities you will build.

Participants will develop competencies in:

Message architecture
Narrative development
Audience adaptation
Proof points
Message testing

Course outline

Your learning journey.

A focused, practical outline with time to explore, apply and reflect.

Day 1Messaging Foundations

09:00–10:08Why frameworks matter
10:08–11:00Examples
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Examples (continued)
11:45–12:53Common failures
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 2Message House

09:00–10:08Umbrella message
10:08–11:00Pillars
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Pillars (continued)
11:45–12:53Proof points
12:53–14:00Workshop

Day 3Narrative

09:00–10:08Core narrative
10:08–11:00Tone
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Tone (continued)
11:45–12:53Language
12:53–14:00Writing practice

Day 4Audiences

09:00–10:08Audience adaptation
10:08–11:00Channels
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Channels (continued)
11:45–12:53Spokespeople
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 5Testing and Governance

09:00–10:08Message testing
10:08–11:00Governance
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Governance (continued)
11:45–12:53Refreshing
12:53–14:00Action plan

The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.

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Good to know

A few things to know.

How is the course delivered?

Our classroom programmes combine facilitated discussion, case studies, exercises and reflection. The precise format will be confirmed before enrolment.

Can you deliver this programme for our team?

Yes, you can enquire about a tailored programme. Share your goals, group size and preferred dates with our learning team.

Will I receive a certificate?

Participants who complete the programme receive a Smart Horizon certificate of attendance. Smart Horizon programmes are not externally accredited and do not award a professional qualification, licence or designation. Where a course title or outline refers to a professional certification (for example, AACE International's Certified Cost Professional), the programme supports learning and preparation only; the credential itself is awarded solely by the relevant professional body under its own application and examination requirements.

What should I confirm before booking travel?

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