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Influencing People Courses

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.

Popular Influencing People Courses and Certifications


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    Coursera

    Solve HR Problems with Root-Cause Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: People Analytics, Root Cause Analysis, HR Tech, Problem Management, Workforce Management, ChatGPT, Report Writing, Miro AI, Problem Solving, Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Creative Problem-Solving, Diagram Design, Stakeholder Communications

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Minnesota State University, Mankato

    Leadership Presence and Credibility

    Skills you'll gain: Trustworthiness, Influencing, Executive Presence, Communication, Self-Awareness, Leadership, Business Leadership, Leadership Development, Persuasive Communication, Team Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Initiative and Leadership, Personal Integrity, Resilience, Interpersonal Communications, Strategic Communication, Constructive Feedback, Culture

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Cape Town

    Research for Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Communication, Stakeholder Engagement, Climate Change Adaptation, Social Impact, Influencing, Stakeholder Management, Research, Strategic Partnership, Communication Strategies, Program Evaluation, Community Development, Sustainable Development, Research Design, Stakeholder Analysis, Policy Analysis, Stakeholder Communications, Change Management, Science and Research, Environmental Policy, Systems Thinking

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Supply Chain Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Intelligence, Demand Planning, Strategic Sourcing, Competitive Analysis, Customer Demand Planning, Data Storytelling, Procurement, Supplier Relationship Management, Supplier Risk Management, Supplier Management, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Regression Analysis, Supplier Performance Management, Inventory Control, Market Opportunities, Supply Chain Systems, Supply Chain Management, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Excel Dashboards for Business Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Microsoft Excel, Excel Macros, Performance Analysis, Excel Formulas, People Analytics, Compensation Analysis, Payroll, Trend Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Business Metrics, Performance Measurement, Data Visualization, Data Integration, Database Management

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University at Buffalo

    Energy Production, Distribution & Safety

    Skills you'll gain: Personal protective equipment, Electrical Substation, Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Environmental Regulations, Energy and Utilities, Basic Electrical Systems, Petroleum Industry, Oil and Gas, Safety Training, Electrical Equipment, Electrical Safety, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Safety Standards, Workforce Planning, Workforce Development, Billing, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    PracticalGrowth

    Effective Communication Strategies & Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Communication Strategies, Influencing, Business Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Communication, Strategic Communication, Communication Planning, Cultural Responsiveness, Intercultural Competence, Interpersonal Communications, Diversity Awareness, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Persuasive Communication, Conflict Management, Cultural Sensitivity, Storytelling, Stakeholder Analysis, Constructive Feedback, De-escalation Techniques

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    The Business of Health Care

    Skills you'll gain: People Management, Financial Reporting, Financial Acumen, Financial Data, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Accounting, Social Determinants Of Health, Operations Management, Health Disparities, Team Performance Management, Income Statement, Human Relations Movement, Employee Performance Management, Health Systems, Operational Performance Management, Health Care Administration, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Health Care, Insurance

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Business Communication for the Modern Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Internal Communications, Proposal Writing, Negotiation, AI Personalization, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Communication, Workplace inclusivity, Influencing, Proposal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Management, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Communication Planning, Customer Engagement, Communication Strategies, Leadership and Management, Leadership Development

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Excel Dashboards for Business Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Pivot Tables And Charts, Dashboard Creation, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Excel Macros, Data Visualization, Performance Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Spreadsheet Software, People Analytics, Data Presentation, Human Resource Strategy, Business Analytics, Performance Measurement, Financial Analysis, Interactive Data Visualization, Trend Analysis, Human Resources, Performance Metric

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Madecraft

    How to Handle Poor Performers

    Skills you'll gain: Team Performance Management, Employee Engagement, Performance Management, Team Management, Staff Management, Performance Appraisal, Drive Engagement, People Management, Team Leadership, Performance Review, Team Motivation, Employee Performance Management, Team Building, Talent Management, Employee Coaching, Employee Training, Performance Improvement, Disciplinary Procedures, Constructive Feedback, Performance Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Workplace Behavior and Leadership Skills

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular influencing people courses

  • Solve HR Problems with Root-Cause Analysis: Coursera
  • Leadership Presence and Credibility: Minnesota State University, Mankato
  • Research for Impact: University of Cape Town
  • Supply Chain Analytics: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Excel Dashboards for Business Analytics: EDUCBA
  • Energy Production, Distribution & Safety: University at Buffalo
  • Effective Communication Strategies & Skills: PracticalGrowth
  • The Business of Health Care: University of Pennsylvania
  • Business Communication for the Modern Workplace: Coursera
  • Excel Dashboards for Business Analytics: EDUCBA

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