Titus and Philemon are both short letters written by Paul.
The intent of each, however, is not the same.
Titus received his letter to encourage and instruct, much like the letters to Timothy. Much of the letter is almost identical to the letter to Timothy—how to pick qualified elders and deacons, rebuking those who preach their own myths or human commands, and reminding people todo good, always.
Philemon hosts a home church, along with others. Paul thanks them and then asks that they welcome Onesimus (who, I think, was a former slave) and to treat him as they would treat Paul himself.
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