Influence courses can help you learn persuasive communication, negotiation techniques, emotional intelligence, and the psychology behind decision-making. You can build skills in crafting compelling messages, understanding audience motivations, and leveraging social proof to drive action. Many courses introduce tools like presentation software, social media analytics, and survey platforms that help you apply these skills effectively in various contexts.

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Relationship Building, Professional Networking, Organizational Leadership, Stakeholder Analysis, Decision Making, Organizational Structure, Self-Awareness, Business Ethics
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Packt
Skills you'll gain: Sales, Closing (Sales), Selling Techniques, Sales Presentation, Sales Strategy, Sales Process, Consultative Selling, Overcoming Objections, Prospecting and Qualification, Influencing, Value Propositions, Customer Analysis, Business-To-Consumer, Customer Relationship Building, Active Listening
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Descriptive Statistics, Data Analysis, Statistics, Quantitative Research, Business Analysis, Business Risk Management, Statistical Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistical Visualization, Statistical Methods, Microsoft Excel, Probability Distribution, Data Presentation, Influencing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Fundação Instituto de Administração
Skills you'll gain: Employee Engagement, Professional Development, Mentorship, Influencing, Business Communication, Strategic Communication, Social Skills, Storytelling, Coaching, Talent Management, Branding, Personal Development, Professional Networking, Strategic Leadership, Adaptability, Lifelong Learning, Self-Awareness, Goal Setting
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Influencing, Storytelling, Communication, Rapport Building, Leadership, Stakeholder Communications, Verbal Communication Skills, Meeting Facilitation, Overcoming Objections, Presentations, Conflict Management, Non-Verbal Communication
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Non-Verbal Communication, Culture Transformation, Organizational Change, Organizational Leadership, Communication, Communication Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills, Positivity, Team Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Toronto
Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Communication, Business Communication, Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Communication Strategies, Virtual Teams, Interpersonal Communications, Meeting Facilitation, Public Speaking, Active Listening, Non-Verbal Communication, Negotiation, Digital Communications
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Alignor
Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Conflict Management, Diversity Awareness, Collaboration, Diversity and Inclusion, Cultural Diversity, Decision Making, Team Management, Discussion Facilitation, Communication, Leadership, Negotiation, Relationship Building, Active Listening
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Digital Transformation, Persuasive Communication, Data Science, Storytelling, Influencing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Customer Engagement, Presentations, Analytics, Customer Insights
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Overcoming Objections, Active Listening, Conflict Management, Diversity Awareness, Collaboration, Diversity and Inclusion, Cultural Diversity, Decision Making, Interpersonal Communications, Team Management, Constructive Feedback, Discussion Facilitation, Communication, Team Leadership, Empathy, Leadership, Stakeholder Engagement, Assertiveness, Persuasive Communication
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Fundação Instituto de Administração
Skills you'll gain: Resource Management, Influencing, Relationship Building, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Development, Professional Networking, Leadership, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Partnership
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea
Skills you'll gain: Content Creation, Media and Communications, Storytelling, Social Media Strategy, Social Media, Digital Media Strategy, Marketing Strategies, Brand Management, Video Production, Branding, Revenue Management, Innovation, Target Audience, Online Advertising, Business Modeling, E-Commerce, Influencing, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Game Theory, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months