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 Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Creativity, Professional Development, Teamwork, Team Building, Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Collaboration, Innovation, Social Impact, Cognitive flexibility, Open Mindset, Influencing, Communication, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Toronto
Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Communication, Leadership, Virtual Teams, Presentations, Professional Development, Team Building, Business Communication, Meeting Facilitation, Interpersonal Communications, Collaboration, Negotiation, Digital Communications
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

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

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

Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Collaboration, Relationship Building, Decision Making, Active Listening, Self-Awareness, Continuous Improvement Process
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

Skills you'll gain: Scrum (Software Development), Agile Project Management, Agile Methodology, Sprint Planning, Sprint Retrospectives, Scalability, Coordinating, Program Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Influencing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Social Media Content, Drive Engagement, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Content Development and Management, Brand Marketing, Customer Engagement, Target Audience, Influencing
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

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