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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


  • N

    Northeastern University

    Promoting Equal Opportunity & Diversity in Workplaces

    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

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Design HR Systems for Startup Success

    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

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    HR Metrics and Employee Retention Strategies

    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

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Analyze and Mitigate Project Resource Overloads

    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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Master Bond Valuation & Fixed Income Markets

    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

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Empowered Product Leadership and Coaching

    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

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Menschen, Technologie und die Zukunft der Mobilität

    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

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  • B

    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    How to plan green and resilient housing?

    Skills you'll gain: Social Determinants Of Health, Social Impact, Sustainable Design, Climate Change Mitigation, Energy and Utilities

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Engage HR Stakeholders

    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

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Master Project Planning and Control Techniques

    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

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Perspective-Taking

    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

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The Expert Academy

    Sales Skills: Coach Buyers Through Complex Decisions

    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

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular influencing people courses

  • Promoting Equal Opportunity & Diversity in Workplaces: Northeastern University
  • Design HR Systems for Startup Success: EDUCBA
  • HR Metrics and Employee Retention Strategies: EDUCBA
  • Analyze and Mitigate Project Resource Overloads: Coursera
  • Master Bond Valuation & Fixed Income Markets: EDUCBA
  • Empowered Product Leadership and Coaching: John Wiley & Sons
  • Menschen, Technologie und die Zukunft der Mobilität: University of Michigan
  • How to plan green and resilient housing?: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Engage HR Stakeholders: Coursera
  • Master Project Planning and Control Techniques: EDUCBA

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