Influence courses can help you learn persuasive communication, negotiation techniques, emotional intelligence, and the psychology behind decision-making. You can build skills in crafting compelling messages, understanding audience motivations, and leveraging social proof to drive action. Many courses introduce tools like presentation software, social media analytics, and survey platforms that help you apply these skills effectively in various contexts.

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Strategic Prioritization, Prioritization, Business Priorities, Operational Excellence, Growth Mindedness, Plan Execution, AI Enablement, Risking, Microsoft Copilot, Process Optimization, Process Improvement and Optimization, Organizational Change, Performance Improvement, AI literacy, Operational Efficiency, Follow Through, Process Improvement, Decision Making, Strategic Leadership
Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Seaborn, Data Visualization, Dashboard Creation, Data Presentation, Matplotlib, Interactive Data Visualization, Dashboard, Statistical Visualization, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Microsoft Excel, Generative AI, Tableau Software, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, Business Analytics, Power BI, Google Sheets, Python Programming
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Strategic Thinking, Visionary, Research, Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Strategic Decision-Making, Data Collection, Investigation, Proactivity, Negotiation, Complex Problem Solving, Communication Strategies, Creative Thinking, Experimentation, Scientific Methods, Decision Making, Recognizing Others, Contingency Planning, Active Listening, Cognitive flexibility
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Team Motivation, Diversity and Inclusion, Organizational Leadership, Persistence, Diversity Awareness, Dealing With Ambiguity, Team Leadership, Organizational Change, Creativity, Personal Development, Leadership, Resilience, Employee Engagement, Strategic Leadership, Habit Formation, Coaching, Innovation, Change Management, Psychology, Storytelling
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Psychology, Advertising, Data Collection, Market Research, Customer Analysis, Marketing, Surveys, Customer Insights, Target Market, Data-Driven Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Target Audience, Market Analysis, Qualitative Research, Global Marketing, Research Methodologies, Persuasive Communication, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy and Techniques
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Geneva
Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Investments, Investment Management, Portfolio Risk, Business Ethics, Wealth Management, Behavioral Economics, Financial Market, Decision Making, Asset Management, Market Dynamics, Finance, Ethical Standards And Conduct, General Finance, Financial Analysis, Economics, Risk Management
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Global Marketing, Intercultural Competence, Strategic Planning, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Market Research, Market Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, International Finance, Product Lifecycle Management, Diversity Awareness, Culture, Business Planning, Market Intelligence, Advertising, Branding, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Consumer Behaviour, Business Development
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Hedge Accounting, International Financial Reporting Standards, Financial Reporting, Credit Risk, Accounting, Financial Accounting, Financial Auditing, Financial Analysis, Risk Management, Finance, Cash Flows
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Financial Reporting, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Accounting, Financial Statements, Inventory Accounting, Technical Accounting, Financial Analysis, Depreciation, Corporate Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Income Statement, Balance Sheet, International Finance, Fixed Asset, Compensation Analysis, Corporate Finance, Finance, Project Finance, Data Analysis, Entrepreneurial Finance
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

John Wiley & Sons
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Prompt Patterns, Responsible AI, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Context Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, Concision, Token Optimization, LLM Application, AI powered creativity, Natural Language Processing, Interaction Design
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Lund University
Skills you'll gain: Legal Research, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, International Relations, Court Systems, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Environmental Laws, Appeals, Public Policies, Case Law, Immigration Law, Labor Compliance, Organizational Structure, Commercial Laws, Economics, Economic Development, Governance, Policy Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Risk, Portfolio Management, Investment Management, Investments, Risk Modeling, Financial Modeling, Return On Investment, Financial Analysis, Performance Measurement, Analysis, Performance Analysis, Financial Market, Risk Analysis, Performance Metric, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Asset Management, Capital Markets
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks