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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


  • U

    University at Buffalo

    Energy: The Enterprise

    Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Workforce Planning, Workforce Development, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Technologies, Electric Power Systems, Environment and Resource Management, Innovation, Emerging Technologies, Market Dynamics, Climate Change Mitigation, Operational Efficiency

    4.8 stars, 1.1K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (1.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • S

    STARWEAVER

    Executive Communication Excellence

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Business Writing, Concision, Non-Verbal Communication, Writing, Persuasive Communication, Team Collaboration, Virtual Teams, Interpersonal Communications, Empathy, Responsible AI, Cultural Sensitivity, Google Gemini, Anthropic Claude, Communication, Technical Documentation, Communication Strategies, Stakeholder Engagement, Marketing Communications, Media and Communications

    4.6 stars, 42 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (42) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • D

    Digital Marketing Institute

    Social Media and Digital Marketing Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Content Scheduling, Digital Media Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Content Marketing, Digital Marketing, Marketing, Digital Marketing Campaigns, Social Media Content, Social Media, Content Creation, Digital Content, Social Media Strategy, Digital Marketing Tools, Integrated Marketing Communications, Consumer Behaviour, Business-To-Consumer, Digital Transformation, Content Strategy, Customer Engagement

    4.6 stars, 422 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (422) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Legal Aspects of Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Commercial Laws, Risk Management, Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurial Finance, Legal Risk, Contract Negotiation, Contract Management, Contract Review, Business, Personal Injury Law, Legal Strategy, New Business Development, Civil Law, Contract Compliance, Insurance and Warranty Claims Processing, Business Planning, Lawsuits, Fundraising

    4.8 stars, 274 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (274) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    Technical University of Munich (TUM)

    Digitalisation in Aeronautics and Space

    Skills you'll gain: Global Positioning Systems, Human Factors, Manufacturing Processes, Aerospace Basic Quality System Standards, Digital Transformation, Model Based Systems Engineering, Digital Communications, Environmental Monitoring, Control Systems, Vibrations, Production Process, Automation, Manufacturing and Production, Structural Analysis, Geospatial Information and Technology, Digital Analysis, Leadership, Image Analysis, AI literacy, Communication Systems

    4.6 stars, 514 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (514) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IESE Business School

    Persuasive Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Influencing, Communication, Oral Expression, Leadership, Sales Presentations, Motivational Skills, Sales Presentation, Business Communication, Professional Development, Presentations, Deductive Reasoning, Trustworthiness, Drive Engagement, Driving engagement, Emotional Intelligence, Target Audience

    4.8 stars, 105 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (105) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Lean Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Process Mapping, Kanban Principles, Kaizen Methodology, Lean Methodologies, Lean Manufacturing, Agile Software Development, Workflow Management, Business Workflow Analysis, Product Development, Agile Methodology, Lean Six Sigma, Process Improvement, Software Development, Scrum (Software Development), Software Development Methodologies, Continuous Improvement Process, Product Testing, Waste Minimization

    4.6 stars, 433 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (433) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    McMaster University

    Finance for Everyone: Decisions

    Skills you'll gain: Finance, Financial Market, General Finance, Peer Review, Financial Systems, International Finance, Business Mathematics, Financial Management, Market Dynamics, Financial Analysis, Financial Planning, Economics, Cash Flows, Economic Development, Decision Making

    4.7 stars, 917 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (917) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Computational Social Science Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Social Sciences, Network Analysis, Data Science, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Computational Thinking, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Social Impact, Simulations, Big Data, Data Collection, Scientific Methods, Digital Analysis, Digital Transformation

    4.7 stars, 357 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (357) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Banking and Financial Institutions

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Systems, Banking Services, Bank Regulations, Banking, Mobile Banking, Financial Regulation, Financial Services, Risk Management, Financial Regulations, Retail Banking, Financial Policy, Commercial Banking, Credit Risk, Finance, Payment Systems, General Finance, FinTech, Operational Risk, Financial Market, Business Modeling

    4.7 stars, 308 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (308) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Medical Emergencies: CPR, Toxicology, and Wilderness

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Emergency, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automated External Defibrillator, Emergency Medical Services, Emergency Medicine, Life Support, First Aid, Defibrillation, Patient Advocacy, Acute Care, Mental and Behavioral Health, Nephrology, Airway Management, Pharmacology, Patient-centered Care, Patient Evaluation, Psychosocial Assessments, Clinical Assessment, Physiology, Substance Abuse

    4.8 stars, 547 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (547) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Network Dynamics of Social Behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Social Sciences, Sociology, Social Studies, Social Impact, Systems Thinking, Simulations, Culture, Graph Theory, Complex Problem Solving, Innovation

    4.6 stars, 402 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (402) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Energy: The Enterprise: University at Buffalo
  • Executive Communication Excellence: STARWEAVER
  • Social Media and Digital Marketing Fundamentals: Digital Marketing Institute
  • Legal Aspects of Entrepreneurship: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Digitalisation in Aeronautics and Space: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
  • Persuasive Communication: IESE Business School
  • Lean Software Development: University of Minnesota
  • Finance for Everyone: Decisions: McMaster University
  • Computational Social Science Methods: University of California, Davis
  • Banking and Financial Institutions: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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