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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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    University of Pennsylvania

    Computational Thinking for Problem Solving

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Program Development, Pseudocode, Problem Solving, Analytical Skills, Python Programming, Computer Systems, Data Structures, Computer Hardware, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Analysis, Computer Architecture, Debugging

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Communication & Consulting

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Engagement, Persuasive Communication, Consulting, Constructive Feedback, Empathy, People Analytics, Communication Strategies, Consultative Approaches, AI literacy, Business Consulting, Business Communication, Technical Communication, Presentations, Communication

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Responsible AI, Explainability & Deployment

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Intelligence, Responsible AI, Apache Kafka, Data Ethics, Operations Research, Data Pipelines, Model Deployment, Apache Spark, Real Time Data, Revenue Management, Market Dynamics, Supply Chain Planning, Supply Chain, Logistics, Compliance Management, Information Privacy, People Analytics, Regulatory Compliance, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Python Programming

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    HRCI

    Total Rewards and Employee Development

    Skills you'll gain: Training and Development, Training Programs, Employee Performance Management, Performance Management, Compensation Management, Performance Appraisal, Compensation and Benefits, Employee Training, Performance Review, Workforce Development, Benefits Administration, People Development, Employee Retention, Instructional Design, Change Management, Program Evaluation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Greek and Roman Mythology

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Liberal Arts, World History, Aesthetics, Performing Arts, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Anthropology, Sociology, Oral Expression, Psychology

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Instructional Design Foundations and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Instructional and Curriculum Design, Needs Assessment, Instructional Design, Learning Theory, Diversity and Inclusion, Training and Development, People Development, Education and Training, Pedagogy, Curriculum Development, Instructional Strategies, Systems Analysis, Job Analysis, Analysis, Learning Styles

    4.1
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Emory University

    Weight Management: Beyond Balancing Calories

    Skills you'll gain: Habit Formation, Nutrition and Diet, Physiology, Stress Management, Behavior Management, Biology, Goal Setting, Endocrinology, Mindfulness, Exercise Science

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The George Washington University

    Leading Healthcare Quality and Safety

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Clinical Leadership, Health Technology, Health Informatics, Health Care Administration, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Safety Assurance, Health Policy, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Care, Healthcare Ethics, Job Safety Analysis, Organizational Change, Change Management, Systems Of Measurement

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Leading Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Teamwork, Team Management, Team Leadership, Team Performance Management, Team Collaboration, Conflict Management, Trustworthiness, Team Motivation, Collaboration, Rapport Building, Relationship Building, Drive Engagement, Performance Management, Organizational Structure, Knowledge Transfer, Leadership, Innovation, People Development, Industrial and Organizational Psychology

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    Packt

    Soft skills

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Assertiveness, Conflict Management, Productivity, Communication, Communication Strategies, Influencing, Verbal Communication Skills, Time Management, Goal Setting, Stress Management, Resilience, Empowerment, Oral Expression, Prioritization, Active Listening, Persuasive Communication, Teamwork, Writing, Interpersonal Communications

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Iniciación y Planificación de Proyectos

    Skills you'll gain: Project Scoping, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Work Breakdown Structure, Stakeholder Analysis, Scope Management, Stakeholder Communications, Project Planning, Planning, Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Influencing, Conflict Management, Leadership, Organizational Structure

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    HR Budgeting and Compensation for Startups

    Skills you'll gain: Compensation Strategy, Training Programs, Compensation Management, Employee Training, Workforce Development, Compensation Analysis, Training and Development, Compensation and Benefits, Expense Management, Budget Management, Employee Performance Management, Cost Management, Workforce Planning, People Development, Budgeting, Program Evaluation, Workforce Management, Cost Control, Payroll Administration, Human Resources Information System (HRIS)

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Computational Thinking for Problem Solving: University of Pennsylvania
  • Communication & Consulting: Coursera
  • Responsible AI, Explainability & Deployment: Coursera
  • Total Rewards and Employee Development: HRCI
  • Greek and Roman Mythology: University of Pennsylvania
  • Instructional Design Foundations and Applications: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Weight Management: Beyond Balancing Calories: Emory University
  • Leading Healthcare Quality and Safety: The George Washington University
  • Leading Teams: University of Michigan
  • Soft skills: Packt

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