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.

Yale University
Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Child Development, Human Development, Human Learning, Psychological Evaluations, Psychotherapy, Culture, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Learning Theory, Scientific Methods, Critical Thinking, Diversity Awareness, Problem Solving
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Psychology, Persuasive Communication, Sociology, Social Justice, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Behavior Management, Conflict Management, Research, Diversity Awareness, Research Methodologies, Decision Intelligence, Experimentation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Thought Leadership, Influencing, Communication, Persuasive Communication, Self-Awareness, Lifelong Learning, Willingness To Learn, Professional Networking, Professional Development, Personal Development, Branding, Growth Mindedness, Adaptability
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Chris Croft Training
Skills you'll gain: Overcoming Objections, Influencing, Rapport Building, Persuasive Communication, Communication Strategies, Relationship Building, Trustworthiness, Assertiveness, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Leadership and Management, Adaptability, Business Leadership
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Multimedia
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Consumer Behaviour, Advertising, Marketing Psychology, Global Marketing, Persuasive Communication, Marketing Communications, Communication Strategies, Brand Loyalty, Culture, Social Sciences, Branding, Human Learning, Sociology, Strategic Communication, Learning Theory, Decision Making
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The Expert Academy
Skills you'll gain: Consumer Behaviour, Critical Thinking, Marketing Psychology, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, General Sales Practices, Persuasive Communication, Overcoming Objections, Influencing, Trustworthiness, Conflict Management, Customer Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Decision Making, Behavioral Economics, Communication, Relationship Building, Psychology
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The Expert Academy
Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Active Listening, Persuasive Communication, Influencing, Relationship Building, Leadership, Executive Presence, Stakeholder Communications, Professionalism, Strategic Leadership, Relationship Management, Trustworthiness, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Professional Development, Rapport Building, Communication, Stakeholder Analysis, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy
Intermediate · 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

The Expert Academy
Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentations, Persuasive Communication, Sales Presentation, Selling Techniques, Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Public Speaking, Concision, General Sales Practices, Presentations, Storytelling, Value Propositions, Driving engagement, Drive Engagement, Target Audience, Digital Communications
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
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
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