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.

Northwestern University
Skills you'll gain: Leadership, Corporate Communications, Strategic Communication, Storytelling, Business Leadership, Media Relations, Stakeholder Communications, Public Relations, Innovation, Crisis Management, Communication, Branding
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Drive Engagement, Customer Engagement, Social Media, Social Media Content, Social Media Strategy, Community Development, Content Development and Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Social Media Content, Social Media Management, Content Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Drive Engagement, Live Streaming, Social Media Campaigns, Content Management, Community Development, Content Creation, Scheduling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Learning Management Systems, Teamwork, Collaboration, Classroom Management, Creative Problem-Solving, Innovation, Motivational Skills
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Innovation, Personal Development, Sustainable Development, Empowerment, Entrepreneurship, Action Oriented, Creative Problem-Solving, Social Work, Professional Development, Visionary, Corporate Sustainability, Adaptability, Business, Collaboration
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Communication Strategies, Team Management, Leadership, Productivity, Diversity Awareness, Collaboration, Workplace inclusivity, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Empathy
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Target Audience, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Customer Insights, Advertising, Digital Advertising, Marketing Analytics, Presentations
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Universidades Anáhuac
Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Team Building, Team Management, Productivity, Team Motivation, Collaboration, Relationship Management, Conflict Management, Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Empathy, Motivational Skills, Employee Engagement, Communication, Problem Solving, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Social Media, Digital Publishing, Self-Awareness, Literacy, Content Creation, Personal Development, Blogs, Diversity Awareness, Driving engagement, Instagram, Media and Communications, Sociology, Electronic Media, Critical Thinking, Social Sciences, Culture, Case Studies, Analytical Skills, Analysis, Writing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Presentations, Storytelling, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies, Verbal Strategic Communication, Concision, Goal-Oriented, Planning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Business Modeling, Needs Assessment, Professional Networking, Human Centered Design, Entrepreneurship, Action Oriented, Sustainable Development, Planning, Community Development, Ideation, Self-Motivation, Growth Strategies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Tecnológico de Monterrey
Skills you'll gain: Branding, Marketing Planning, Strategic Marketing, Brand Awareness, Brand Management, Social Media, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Persona Development, Professional Development, Professional Networking, Goal Setting, Content Creation, Value Propositions, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Competitive Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks