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Influencing People Courses

Courses in influencing people can help you learn persuasive communication, negotiation techniques, emotional intelligence, and relationship-building strategies. You can build skills in active listening, crafting compelling messages, and adapting your approach to different audiences. Many courses introduce tools such as social media platforms for outreach, presentation software for impactful storytelling, and analytics tools to measure engagement and effectiveness.


Popular Influencing People Courses and Certifications


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    Vanderbilt University

    Qualitative Methods for Quantitative People (with GenAI)

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, LLM Application, Decision Making, Team Management, Resource Allocation, Generative AI, Qualitative Research, Prompt Engineering, Analysis, Communication, Project Management, Data Ethics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization

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    Coursera

    GenAI for People and Talent Management

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Employee Performance Management, Workforce Planning, Talent Management, Performance Management, AI Personalization, People Development, Human Resource Strategy, HR Tech, Human Resources, People Analytics, Workforce Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Employee Engagement, Innovation, Analytics, Adaptability, Real Time Data

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    University of Michigan

    التأثير على الأشخاص

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Professional Networking, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Relationship Building, Stakeholder Analysis, Communication, Organizational Leadership, Decision Making, Business Ethics

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    University of Michigan

    Las personas, la tecnología y el futuro de la movilidad

    Skills you'll gain: Automation, Socioeconomics, Sustainable Systems, Environmental Issue, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Emerging Technologies, Technology Roadmaps, Policy Analysis, Transportation Operations, Social Sciences, Electric Power Systems, Sustainable Development, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Safety and Security, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Information Privacy, Climate Change Mitigation, Artificial Intelligence

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Climate change and Indigenous People and local communities

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Research Methodologies, Climate Change Adaptation, Qualitative Research, Community Development, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, Socioeconomics, Environmental Policy, Cultural Diversity, Natural Resource Management, Policy Analysis, Climate Change Mitigation, Data Collection, Vulnerability, Governance, Fundraising

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Firearm Purchaser Licensing Teach-Out: The Background Check Policy Not Enough People Are Talking About

    Skills you'll gain: Advocacy, Surveys

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    University of Copenhagen

    Business Models for Innovative Care for Older People

    Skills you'll gain: Gerontology, Competitive Analysis, Design Thinking, Demography, Innovation, Rehabilitation, Intellectual Property, Health Technology, Chronic Diseases, Health Systems, Health Care, Value Propositions, Business Modeling, Business Strategy, Project Management

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    Skillshare

    Professional Development for Future-Ready Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Adaptability, Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Leadership, Communication, Leadership Development, Professional Development, Cultural Diversity, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy

    4.6
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    University of Maryland, College Park

    PMP Exam Prep: Managing People with Power Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Team Management, Team Building, Expectation Management, Resource Management, Relationship Management

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    University of London

    Applied Public History: Places, People, Stories

    Skills you'll gain: Public History, Storytelling, Program Evaluation, Media and Communications, Research, Community Outreach, Timelines, Case Studies, Cultural Diversity, Research Methodologies, Creativity, Interviewing Skills

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    National Taiwan University

    莊子─人情 (Zhuangzi─Between People)

    Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Liberal Arts, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Cognitive flexibility, Relationship Building, Lifelong Learning, Open Mindset, Mindfulness, Adaptability, Curiosity, Stress Management

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Persuasion and Presence for Program and Project Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Influencing, Communication, Virtual Teams, Leadership, Public Speaking, Stakeholder Communications, Project Management, Emotional Intelligence, Strategic Communication, Electronic Media, Non-Verbal Communication, Presentations, Team Building

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular influencing people courses

  • Qualitative Methods for Quantitative People (with GenAI): Vanderbilt University
  • GenAI for People and Talent Management: Coursera
  • التأثير على الأشخاص: University of Michigan
  • Las personas, la tecnología y el futuro de la movilidad: University of Michigan
  • Climate change and Indigenous People and local communities: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Firearm Purchaser Licensing Teach-Out: The Background Check Policy Not Enough People Are Talking About: Johns Hopkins University
  • Business Models for Innovative Care for Older People: University of Copenhagen
  • Professional Development for Future-Ready Leadership: Skillshare
  • PMP Exam Prep: Managing People with Power Skills: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Applied Public History: Places, People, Stories: University of London

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