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Persuasion Courses

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.


Popular Persuasion Courses and Certifications


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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Cómo hablar bien en público

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Time Management, Goal Setting, Adaptability

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Growing your Influence

    Skills you'll gain: Thought Leadership, Influencing, Communication, Self-Awareness, Lifelong Learning, Professional Networking, Leadership, Professional Development, LinkedIn, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Branding, Growth Mindedness, Social Media Strategy, Adaptability

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    32 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Removing Barriers to Change

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Organizational Change, Change Management, Overcoming Obstacles, Cognitive flexibility, Behavioral Economics, Decision Making, Critical Thinking

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    469 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Speaking and Presenting: Conversation Starters

    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Presentations, Interpersonal Communications, Cognitive flexibility, Storytelling, Active Listening, Driving engagement, Adaptability, Ingenuity, Creativity

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    94 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Wesleyan University

    Social Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Psychology, Persuasive Communication, Sociology, Behavior Management, Conflict Management, Interpersonal Communications, Research, Diversity Awareness, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Experimentation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    5.1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Starweaver

    Influencing, Collaboration and Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Influencing, Stakeholder Management, Analytical Skills, Leadership, Conflict Management, Collaboration, Team Leadership, Communication, Critical Thinking, Team Building, Persuasive Communication, Decision Making, Relationship Building, Problem Solving

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    52 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Practical Neuromarketing Research

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Research Design, Consumer Behaviour, Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Marketing Psychology, Behavioral Economics, Biomedical Technology, Experimentation, Neurology, Marketing, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Speaking and Presenting: Poise

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Composure, Communication Strategies, Storytelling, Advocacy

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    198 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Public Speaking with Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Multimedia

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    239 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Strategies for Effective Engagement

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Analysis, Systems Thinking, Communication Strategies, Business Systems Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    53 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Speaking and Presenting: Tact

    Skills you'll gain: Tactfulness, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Storytelling, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Empathy, Social Skills, Professionalism

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    44 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Writing and Editing: Drafting

    Skills you'll gain: Editing, Writing, Planning, Brainstorming, Time Management, Overcoming Obstacles, Productivity, Creativity, Growth Mindedness, Learning Strategies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    373 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Cómo hablar bien en público: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Growing your Influence: Coursera
  • Removing Barriers to Change: University of Pennsylvania
  • Speaking and Presenting: Conversation Starters: University of Michigan
  • Social Psychology: Wesleyan University
  • Influencing, Collaboration and Decision Making: Starweaver
  • Practical Neuromarketing Research: Johns Hopkins University
  • Speaking and Presenting: Poise: University of Michigan
  • Public Speaking with Canva: Coursera
  • Strategies for Effective Engagement : University of Colorado Boulder

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