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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


  • S

    Starweaver

    Influencing, Collaboration and Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Trustworthiness, Influencing, Stakeholder Engagement, Leadership and Management, Stakeholder Management, Analytical Skills, Analysis, Leadership, Cooperation, Supervision, Conflict Management, Collaboration, Team Leadership, Communication, Critical Thinking, Team Collaboration, Case Studies, Decision Making, Relationship Building

    ★ 4.5 (57) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • I

    IBM

    Developing Interpersonal Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Interpersonal Communications, Social Skills, Active Listening, Trustworthiness, Conflict Management, Assertiveness, Communication, Professionalism, Rapport Building, Professional Development, Communication Strategies, Influencing, Empathy, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Attributes, People Management

    ★ 4.7 (3.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • R

    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Influencer Marketing Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Strategy, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Marketing, Content Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Strategies, Campaign Management, Marketing Communications, Return On Investment, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Driving engagement, Social Media Analytics, Stakeholder Engagement, Brand Awareness, Influencing, Marketing Analytics, Presentations, Digital Marketing Tools, Target Audience

    ★ 4.3 (195) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • 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 (39) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Chris Croft Training

    Influencing: Adapting to Personality Types

    Skills you'll gain: Overcoming Objections, Influencing, Rapport Building, Persuasive Communication, Communication Strategies, Relationship Building, Trustworthiness, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Recognizing Others, Leadership and Management, Adaptability, Business Leadership, Analytical Skills

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • Q

    Queen Mary University of London

    Stepping Up: Preparing Yourself for Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Leadership Development, Leadership, Executive Presence, Initiative and Leadership, Time Management, Leadership and Management, Influencing, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Conflict Management, Professional Development, Personal Attributes, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Constructive Feedback, Communication, Motivational Skills

    ★ 4.8 (75) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    HR Analytics Communication, Influence & Strategic Alignment

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Analysis, Stakeholder Management, People Analytics, Consultative Approaches, Constructive Feedback, Stakeholder Communications, Data Presentation, Overcoming Objections, Timelines, Project Planning, Organizational Change, Human Resource Strategy, Consulting, Matrix Management, Human Resources, Strategic Communication, Executive Presence, Change Management

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
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    Status: Free Trial
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  • C

    Creo Incubator

    Strategic Leadership: Influence & Thought Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Content Creation, Influencing, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Sensitivity, Content Marketing, Leadership, Content Strategy, Leadership Development, Professional Networking, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Leadership, Business Leadership, Sustainable Business, Drive Engagement, Team Leadership, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Negotiation, Conflict Management, Critical Thinking

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • T

    The Expert Academy

    Sales Skills: Build Trust And Influence Buyers

    Skills you'll gain: Selling Techniques, Consultative Selling, Sales, Sales Strategy, Sales Development, B2B Sales, Negotiation, Sales Process, Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Sales Prospecting, Marketing Psychology, Prospecting and Qualification, Consumer Behaviour, Lead Generation, Rapport Building, Customer Relationship Building, Value Propositions, Customer Insights, Trustworthiness

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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    Status: Free Trial
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    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • B

    Board Infinity

    Sales Execution: Pipeline, Discovery & Deal Influence

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Pipelines, Sales Presentation, Sales Presentations, Storytelling, Sales Development, Sales Process, Persuasive Communication, Active Listening, Sales Management, Product Demonstration, B2B Sales, Sales, Closing (Sales), Consultative Selling, Selling Techniques, Influencing, Meeting Facilitation, Customer Engagement, Discussion Facilitation, Stakeholder Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    Communication, Influence & Sales Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: B2B Sales, Negotiation, Active Listening, Drive Engagement, Value Propositions, Sales Presentations, Rapport Building, Persuasive Communication, Selling Techniques, Storytelling, Communication, Communication Strategies, Customer Relationship Building

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Digital Brand Builders: From Strategy to Social Influence

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Brand Strategy, Brand Management, Brand Strategy, Branding, Brand Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Brand Loyalty, Social Media Marketing, Storytelling, Digital Marketing, digital literacy, Marketing Channel, Influencing, Personal Development, Community Development, Performance marketing, Employee Engagement, Corporate Strategy, Analytics

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Influencing, Collaboration and Decision Making: Starweaver
  • Developing Interpersonal Skills : IBM
  • Influencer Marketing Strategy: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Influencing the Organisation: Queen Mary University of London
  • Influencing: Adapting to Personality Types: Chris Croft Training
  • Stepping Up: Preparing Yourself for Leadership: Queen Mary University of London
  • HR Analytics Communication, Influence & Strategic Alignment: Coursera
  • Strategic Leadership: Influence & Thought Leadership: Creo Incubator
  • Sales Skills: Build Trust And Influence Buyers: The Expert Academy
  • Sales Execution: Pipeline, Discovery & Deal Influence: Board Infinity

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