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.

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Team Motivation, Visionary, Goal Setting, Constructive Feedback, Employee Performance Management, Organizational Leadership, Employee Engagement, Cultural Diversity, Team Performance Management, Leadership, Compensation Strategy, Communication
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Animations, Multimedia, Motion Graphics, Storyboarding, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Timelines, Storytelling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: User Story, Negotiation, Data Presentation, Risk Management, Professional Development, Business Risk Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Diplomacy, Cultural Responsiveness, World History, Social Studies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Advocacy, Media and Communications
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Graphics Software, Graphic Design, Photo Editing, Graphic and Visual Design, Content Creation, Content Marketing
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Photography, Photo Editing, Image Quality, Storytelling, Adobe Photoshop, Content Creation, Creativity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Self-Motivation, Emotional Intelligence, Growth Mindedness, digital literacy, Mental Concentration, Personal Development, Compassion, Goal Setting, Empowerment, Health And Wellness Coaching, Self-Awareness, Behavioral Economics, Self-Discipline, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, Mindfulness, Stress Management, Resilience, Creativity, Productivity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Automation, Electric Power Systems, Emerging Technologies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Technology Solutions, Sustainable Systems, Transportation Operations, Socioeconomics, Social Impact, Sustainable Development, Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Policy Analysis, Health Equity, Disabilities, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Climate Change Mitigation, Artificial Intelligence
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

SkillUp
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, AI Security, Business Ethics, Personally Identifiable Information, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Human Resource Policies, Data Security, Information Privacy, Data Governance, Productivity Software, Accountability, Risk Control, Risk Analysis, Continuous Monitoring
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Adaptability, Sustainable Development, Crisis Management, Climate Change Adaptation, Change Management, Resilience, Organizational Change, Business Continuity, Organizational Effectiveness, Systems Thinking, Infrastructure Security, Leadership, Vulnerability, Collaboration
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Business Correspondence, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Communication, English Language, Business Writing, Telephone Skills, Active Listening, Communication, Social Media, Vocabulary, Grammar
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Packt
Skills you'll gain: Governance, People Management, Team Building, Team Management, Relationship Management, Financial Management, Business Leadership, Leadership Development, Organizational Leadership, Personal Development, Overcoming Obstacles, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Resilience, Innovation, Entrepreneurial Finance, Business Strategy, Culture Transformation, Business Operations, Growth Strategies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks