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Influence Courses

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.

Popular Influence Courses and Certifications


  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Influencing without Authority

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Employee Coaching, Coaching, Leadership, Communication, Employee Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Performance Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Motivational Skills, Decision Making, Team Performance Management, Constructive Feedback, Culture Transformation, Team Collaboration, Relationship Management, Relationship Building

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • Q

    Queen Mary University of London

    Influencing the Organisation

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Change Management, Stakeholder Communications, Professional Networking, Matrix Management, Organizational Change, Organizational Leadership, Stakeholder Analysis, Leadership, Organizational Structure, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Influencing, Professional Development, Organizational Strategy, Relationship Building, Personal Development, Branding, Storytelling

    4.7 stars, 44 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (44) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • N

    Northeastern University

    Understanding & Influencing Workplace Behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Change Management, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Organizational Development, People Management, Team Leadership, Business Transformation, Leadership, Communication Strategies, Organizational Structure, Culture Transformation, Strategic Leadership, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Team Management, Advocacy, Influencing, Empowerment, Culture, Innovation

    4.9 stars, 11 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (11) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    The Expert Academy

    Buyer Decision Making: Behaviour, Influence And Ethics

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Consumer Behaviour, Stakeholder Engagement, Behavioral Economics, Stakeholder Communications, Decision Making, Influencing, Stakeholder Management, Marketing Psychology, Sales, General Sales Practices, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Strategic Decision-Making, Customer Analysis, Business Ethics, Analysis, Overcoming Objections, Persuasive Communication, Trustworthiness

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    The Expert Academy

    B2B Sales: Communication And Buyer Influence

    Skills you'll gain: B2B Sales, Active Listening, Sales Strategy, Rapport Building, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication, Business Communication, Meeting Facilitation, Sales Presentation, Sales, Price Negotiation, Composure, Negotiation, Sales Presentations, Value Propositions, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies, Influencing, Trustworthiness, Psychology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    The Expert Academy

    Brand-Driven Sales: Influence Buyers And Grow Revenue

    Skills you'll gain: Rapport Building, Brand Loyalty, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Customer Relationship Management, Brand Marketing, Sales Management, Persuasive Communication, Customer Advocacy, Brand Strategy, Sales Strategy, Selling Techniques, Brand Management, Sales, Customer Retention, Customer experience improvement, Consultative Selling, Revenue Management, Storytelling, Customer Insights, Customer Service

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    The Expert Academy

    Women In Leadership: Strategy, Influence And Advocacy

    Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Leadership, Professional Networking, Influencing, Executive Presence, Advocacy, Public Speaking, Strategic Leadership, Relationship Management, Leadership Development, Interpersonal Communications, Leadership and Management, Team Leadership, Communication Strategies, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Resilience, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategies, Active Listening, Diversity and Inclusion

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    The Expert Academy

    B2B Sales: Negotiation, Deal Closing And Buyer Influence

    Skills you'll gain: Closing (Sales), Overcoming Objections, B2B Sales, Selling Techniques, Sales, Sales Strategy, Negotiation, Price Negotiation, Customer Retention, Business Communication, Communication, Sales Presentation, Sales Prospecting, Customer Relationship Building, Communication Strategies, Customer Relationship Management, Stakeholder Communications, Relationship Building, Influencing, Trustworthiness

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Madecraft

    Personal Brand Management and Influence

    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

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

    John Wiley & Sons

    Amplify Your Influence

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Persuasive Communication, Influencing, Communication, Composure, Value Propositions, Stress Management, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Communication Strategies, Non-Verbal Communication, Executive Presence, Leadership, Strategic Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Behavioral Economics, Decision Making, Rapport Building, Trustworthiness

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • T

    The Expert Academy

    Brand Storytelling For Sales: Influence Buyer Decisions

    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

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Influential Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Influencing, Accountability, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Emotional Intelligence, Leadership, Leadership Development, Negotiation, Storytelling, Professional Development, Persuasive Communication, Follow Through, Constructive Feedback, Growth Mindedness, Stakeholder Communications, Trustworthiness, Communication, Performance Management, People Development, Performance Review

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Influencing without Authority: Johns Hopkins University
  • Influencing the Organisation: Queen Mary University of London
  • Understanding & Influencing Workplace Behavior: Northeastern University
  • Buyer Decision Making: Behaviour, Influence And Ethics: The Expert Academy
  • B2B Sales: Communication And Buyer Influence: The Expert Academy
  • Brand-Driven Sales: Influence Buyers And Grow Revenue: The Expert Academy
  • Women In Leadership: Strategy, Influence And Advocacy: The Expert Academy
  • B2B Sales: Negotiation, Deal Closing And Buyer Influence: The Expert Academy
  • Personal Brand Management and Influence: Madecraft
  • Amplify Your Influence: John Wiley & Sons

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