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.

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Programs, Diversity Training, Organizational Change, Diversity Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Conflict Management, Culture Transformation, Organizational Development, Cultural Diversity, Leadership Studies, Human Resources, Change Management, Human Resource Strategy, Cultural Responsiveness, Workforce Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Workforce Planning, Human Resources, Business Planning, Workforce Development, Workforce Management, Succession Planning, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Human Capital, People Development, Staff Management, Capacity Planning, Organizational Structure, Employee Performance Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Job Analysis, Performance Management, Performance Measurement, Goal Setting
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Employee Retention, Performance Appraisal, Human Resource Strategy, Case Studies, Performance Review, Human Resource Policies, Human Resources Management and Planning, Employee Engagement, Performance Measurement, Human Resources, Talent Management, Human Resource Management, Compensation Strategy, People Analytics, Performance Metric, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Workforce Planning, Business Metrics, Driving engagement, Motivational Skills
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Capacity Planning, Capacity Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Resource Planning, Resource Allocation, Project Coordination, Resource Utilization, Project Management, Project Schedules, Resource Management, Performance Measurement, Management Reporting, Business Writing, People Management, Business Communication, Risk Mitigation, Data Visualization, Spreadsheet Software, Stakeholder Communications, Data Import/Export
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Financial Market, Investment Banking, Securities (Finance), Investment Management, Financial Analysis, Capital Budgeting, Investments, Market Liquidity, Capital Markets, Business Mathematics, Financial Trading, Finance, Securities Trading, Market Dynamics, Cash Flows, Accruals, Business
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

John Wiley & Sons
Skills you'll gain: Employee Coaching, Team Leadership, Coaching, Initiative and Leadership, Team Performance Management, Team Building, Management Training And Development, Product Management, Constructive Feedback, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, People Development, Collaboration, Innovation, Product Strategy, Technology Strategies, Empowerment, Business Technologies, Information Technology
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Automation, Electric Power Systems, Social Studies, Emerging Technologies, Social Sciences, Transportation Operations, Socioeconomics, Social Impact, Sustainable Development, Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Policy Analysis, Health Equity, Human Factors (Security), Economic Development, Safety and Security
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
Skills you'll gain: Social Determinants Of Health, Social Impact, Sustainable Design, Climate Change Mitigation, Energy and Utilities
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Communications, Organizational Change, Driving engagement, Communication Planning, Change Management, Strategic Communication, Accountability Frameworks, Communication Strategies, Prioritization
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Project Closure, Earned Value Management, Scope Management, Project Controls, Cost Management, Project Planning, Project Management Life Cycle, Cost Control, Quality Management, Project Management, Scheduling, Project Schedules, Project Implementation, Team Performance Management, Project Scoping, Team Management, Cost Estimation, Project Coordination, Cost Containment, Change Management
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Empathy, Leadership, Persuasive Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Rapport Building, Team Collaboration, Emotional Intelligence, Strategic Decision-Making, Conflict Management, Strategic Thinking, Logical Reasoning, Analytical Skills, Analysis, Critical Thinking, Strategic Communication, Cognitive flexibility, Game Theory
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The Expert Academy
Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, B2B Sales, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Closing (Sales), Rapport Building, Collaboration, Sales, Stakeholder Communications, Empathy, Stakeholder Engagement, Communication Strategies, Sales Process, Stakeholder Management, Influencing, Mental Health, Employee Coaching, Coaching, Decision Making, Cultural Sensitivity
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks