Persuasion courses can help you learn effective communication techniques, the psychology behind decision-making, and strategies for influencing others. You can build skills in crafting compelling messages, negotiating effectively, and understanding audience motivations. Many courses introduce tools such as persuasive writing frameworks and presentation software that enhance your ability to engage and convince diverse audiences.

Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Risk Management Framework, Persuasive Communication, Storytelling, Influencing, Governance, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Risk Management, Change Management, Organizational Change, Communication, Conflict Management, Leadership, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Business Transformation, Risk Appetite, Risk Analysis, Negotiation, Leadership and Management, Intercultural Competence, Stakeholder Management
★ 4.7 (4.8K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Psychology, Persuasive Communication, Social Justice, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Behavior Management, Conflict Management, Research, Diversity Awareness
★ 4.7 (5.2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Washington
Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Motivational Skills, Advocacy, Peer Review, Communication Strategies, Action Oriented, Constructive Feedback, Verbal Strategic Communication, Problem Solving
★ 4.8 (366) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Persuasive Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Oral Expression, Presentations, Storytelling, Drive Engagement, Communication, Microsoft PowerPoint, Influencing, Constructive Feedback, Speech Therapy, Target Audience, Leadership Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Critical Thinking, Report Writing, Communication, Writing, Deductive Reasoning, Concision, Communication Strategies, Analytical Skills, Research, Decision Making, Problem Solving, Emotional Intelligence
Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Madecraft
Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Composure, Influencing, Positivity, Communication, Public Speaking, Brand Strategy, Verbal Communication Skills, Non-Verbal Communication, Executive Presence, Brand Marketing, Branding, Presentations, Professional Networking, Rapport Building, Storytelling, LinkedIn, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Virtual Networking
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Madecraft
Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Influencing, Communication, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Storytelling, Communication Strategies, Stakeholder Communications, Negotiation, Presentations, Communication Planning, Overcoming Objections, Rapport Building, Motivational Skills, Business Communication, Positivity, Relationship Building, Non-Verbal Communication, Trustworthiness, Leadership Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Data Storytelling, Technical Communication, Storytelling, Stakeholder Communications, Influencing, Strategic Communication, Communication, Solution Architecture, Executive Presence, AI literacy, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Enterprise Architecture, Matrix Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Software Architecture, Stakeholder Management, Writing, Trustworthiness, Data Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Writing and Editing, Editing, Constructive Feedback, Concision, Writing, Organizational Skills, Proofreading, Storytelling, Productivity, Peer Review, Planning, Ability To Meet Deadlines, Detail Oriented, Time Management, Brainstorming, Content Creation, Overcoming Obstacles, Resourcefulness, Mental Concentration, Creativity
★ 4.7 (2.6K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

The Expert Academy
Skills you'll gain: Rapport Building, Consultative Selling, Persuasive Communication, Storytelling, Selling Techniques, Consumer Behaviour, Emotional Intelligence, Non-Verbal Communication, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Customer Relationship Building, Marketing Psychology, Verbal Communication Skills, Trustworthiness, Sales Strategy, Sales, Brand Strategy, Influencing, Sales Process, Decision Making, Leadership
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Presentations, Oral Expression, Persuasive Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Storytelling, Communication, Driving engagement, Microsoft PowerPoint, Strategic Communication, Influencing, Communication Strategies, Executive Presence, Professional Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Social Media Analytics, Network Analysis, Data Analysis, Analytical Skills, Statistical Analysis, Social Sciences, Research, Data Collection, AI Personalization, Sociology, Data Transformation, Persuasive Communication, Application Programming Interface (API), Extract, Transform, Load, Media and Communications, Scripting, Psychology
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months