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.

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Negotiation, Leadership, Conflict Management, Persuasive Communication, Leadership Development, Professional Development, Communication, Personal Development, Constructive Feedback
★ 4.6 (78) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The Expert Academy
Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Consumer Behaviour, Stakeholder Engagement, Behavioral Economics, Stakeholder Communications, Decision Making, Influencing, Sales, Problem Solving, Customer Analysis, Business Ethics, Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Social Media Analytics, Network Analysis, Data Analysis, Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Research, Data Transformation, Application Programming Interface (API)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of London
Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Persuasive Communication, Empathy, Rapport Building, Drive Engagement, Communication Strategies, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Target Audience, Verbal Communication Skills, Influencing, Oral Expression, Diversity and Inclusion, Presentations, Adaptability, Active Listening, Collaboration
★ 4.8 (72) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Active Listening, Negotiation, Communication, Communication Strategies, Contract Negotiation, Trustworthiness, Leadership, Interpersonal Communications, Leadership Development, Business Communication, Strategic Communication, Relationship Building, Rapport Building, Innovation, Persuasive Communication, Conflict Management, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Goal Setting
★ 4.7 (3.3K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Northwestern University
Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Motivational Skills, Communication, Negotiation
★ 4.7 (1.4K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Minnesota State University, Mankato
Skills you'll gain: Strategic Leadership, Plan Execution, Storytelling, Executive Presence, Advocacy, Negotiation, Conflict Management, Overcoming Objections, Leadership, Leadership Development, Persuasive Communication, Strategic Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Planning, Influencing, Communication, Stakeholder Management, Growth Strategies, Performance Metric
Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Overcoming Objections, Influencing, Rapport Building, Storytelling, Meeting Facilitation, Leadership, Presentations, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Relationship Building, Target Audience, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Non-Verbal Communication
★ 4.8 (108) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Northwestern University
Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Design Thinking, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Leadership, Strategic Communication, Innovation, Collaboration, Communication Planning, Crisis Management, Negotiation, Organizational Leadership, Ideation, Team Leadership, Resource Allocation, Human Centered Design, Teamwork, Stakeholder Communications, Data-Driven Marketing, Marketing
★ 4.7 (5.6K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Madecraft
Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Influencing, Communication, Storytelling, Communication Strategies, Stakeholder Communications, Negotiation, Presentations, Communication Planning, Overcoming Objections, Rapport Building, Business Communication, Relationship Building, Leadership Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Storytelling, Influencing, Communication, Leadership, Verbal Communication Skills, Stakeholder Communications, Public Speaking, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Meeting Facilitation, Strategic Communication, Discussion Facilitation, Team Leadership
★ 4.8 (2.5K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Minnesota State University, Mankato
Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Influencing, Adaptability, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Communication Strategies, Emotional Intelligence, Collaboration, Leadership, Relationship Management, Non-Verbal Communication, Goal Setting, Active Listening, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Problem Solving, Strategic Thinking, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks