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.

Skills you'll gain: Talent Recruitment, People Analytics, AI Enablement, HR Tech, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Scalability
★ 5 (16) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Leadership Studies, Influencing, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Development, Business Leadership, Verbal Communication Skills, Plan Execution, Team Leadership, Communication, Discussion Facilitation, Performance Improvement, Drive Engagement, Team Building
★ 4.2 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Capital, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Human Resource Management, Talent Management, Talent Acquisition, Case Studies, Business Strategies, Corporate Strategy, Organizational Strategy, Business Strategy, Business Management, People Management, Strategic Thinking, Analysis
★ 5 (18) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Diversity Awareness, Mobility Assistance, Patient Education And Counseling, Sociology, Pain Management, Chronic Diseases, Psychology
★ 4.4 (37) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Royal Holloway, University of London
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, Incident Management, Incident Response, Security Management, Human Factors (Security), Security Awareness, Cybersecurity, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cyber Risk
★ 4.8 (40) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Leeds
Skills you'll gain: Change Management, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Change, Leadership and Management, Business Transformation, Leadership Development, Leadership, Influencing, Corporate Sustainability, Communication Planning, Sustainable Business, Adaptability, Communication, Employee Engagement
★ 4.6 (18) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Culture Transformation, Sustainable Business, Leadership Development, Strategic Leadership, Corporate Sustainability, Organizational Change, Leadership, Professional Development, Environmental Issue, Organizational Leadership, Change Management, Initiative and Leadership, Thought Leadership, Visionary, Systems Thinking, Problem Solving, Self-Awareness, Communication
★ 4.8 (13) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

SkillsBooster Academy
Skills you'll gain: AI powered creativity, Generative AI, Video Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, AI Personalization, Content Creation, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Video Editing, Social Media Content, Marketing Automation, Content Marketing, HR Tech, Creative Design, Design and Product, Influencing, Education and Training, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Personal Development, Business
★ 4.5 (15) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Institutional Review Board (IRB), Research, Research Design, Consumer Behaviour, Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Marketing Psychology, Experimentation, Informed Consent, Market Research, Marketing, Analysis, Data Analysis
★ 4.6 (7) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Cape Town
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Business Modeling, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Entrepreneurial Finance, Business Planning, Innovation, Market Opportunities, New Business Development, FinTech, Case Studies, Professional Networking, Mobile Banking, Business Development, Growth Strategies, Financial Regulation, Fundraising
★ 4.8 (67) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Michigan State University
Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Design, Virtual Reality, User Experience Design, Design Strategies, Diversity Awareness, Design Research, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Psychology, Virtual Environment, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity
★ 3.8 (27) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Toronto
Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Influencing, Communication, Leadership, Virtual Teams, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Team Collaboration, Discussion Facilitation, Professional Development, Business Communication, Meeting Facilitation, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Tactfulness, Drive Engagement, Negotiation, Digital Communications
★ 4 (11) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks