Welcome to the website of the Chartered Institute of Public Relations.
CIPR President Lis Lewis-Jones
PR is seen as a vibrant, attractive industry, consistently ranking among new graduates' top three career choices. The CIPR is proud to represent such an industry, existing to set the highest standards of professionalism and integrity within the profession.
With 9000 members from all sectors of the industry, the CIPR is the largest public relations institute in Europe.
Detailed information about the CIPR and its activities is available across this website. A taste of what the Institute is about can be found below:
- The CIPR's qualifications are a key part of the Institute's activities, and continue to thrive. The CIPR Diploma provides practitioners with the knowledge and understanding of theory and practice to develop as effective and efficient professionals.
- The Institute supports the training and development of members through a comprehensive portfolio of events, ranging from bite-size breakfast briefings to full-day workshops and conferences. Justly regarded as amongst the best in the industry, CIPR training courses are aimed at practitioners of all levels. Members are also encouraged to further their personal development through the Institute's CPD programme .
- The CIPR produces leading policy guidance, with research into areas such as public relations ROI, and best practice guides and publications on a variety of topics, including crisis management, managing reputation and evaluating communication programmes.
- The Institute is dedicated to raising standards within the industry. All members sign up to an enforced Code of Conduct, signalling their commitment to operating ethically, with integrity and transparency. Support and advice is freely available to members, and there are also specialist and regional groups to provide opportunities for members to meet and exchange views and ideas.
Please explore the site to find out more. Your comments are welcomed - we look forward to hearing from you.
