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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 of Pennsylvania

    Achieving Personal and Professional Success

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Active Listening, Negotiation, Communication, Communication Strategies, Persuasive Communication, Contract Negotiation, Trustworthiness, Leadership, Interpersonal Communications, Leadership Development, Business Communication, Strategic Communication, Relationship Building, Rapport Building, Professional Networking, Innovation, Personal Development, Personal Attributes, Self-Awareness

    ★ 4.7 (3.2K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    University of London

    The Impactful Communicator-Creating Connection and Influence

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Persuasive Communication, Empathy, Rapport Building, Drive Engagement, Communication Strategies, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Target Audience, Workplace inclusivity, Verbal Communication Skills, Influencing, Oral Expression, Trustworthiness, Diversity and Inclusion, Presentations, Diversity Awareness, Adaptability, Active Listening, Collaboration

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Coursera

    Market Research Statistical Analysis & Data Visualization

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Rmarkdown, Knitr, Data Visualization, Data Validation, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Presentation, Dashboard, Data Synthesis, Dashboard Creation, Regression Analysis, Power BI, A/B Testing, Data Transformation, Market Research, Statistical Analysis, R Programming, Business Intelligence, Microsoft Excel, Surveys

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    University of Michigan

    The Influence of Social Determinants on Health

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Social Determinants Of Health, Community Health, Public Health, Health Policy, Health Promotion, Health Assessment, Social Justice, Intercultural Competence, Epidemiology, Socioeconomics, Health Systems, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Cultural Responsiveness, Behavioral Health, Diversity Awareness, Social Studies, Mental and Behavioral Health, Cultural Sensitivity

    ★ 4.6 (80) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Perspective-Taking

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Empathy, Leadership, Persuasive Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Rapport Building, Team Collaboration, Emotional Intelligence, Strategic Decision-Making, Conflict Management, Strategic Thinking, Logical Reasoning, Analytical Skills, Analysis, Critical Thinking, Strategic Communication, Cognitive flexibility, Game Theory

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

    Foundations: The Evolution of Stadiums in The Digital Age

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Architecture, Facility Management, Sustainable Design, Data Infrastructure, Digital Transformation, Sustainable Technologies, Owned Media, Brand Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Intellectual Property, Stakeholder Management, Architectural Design, Media Strategy, Revenue Management, Internet Of Things, Network Infrastructure, Governance, AI Integrations, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Cybersecurity

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Creo Incubator

    Women’s Leadership: Strategy, Relationships & Negotiation

    Skills you'll gain: Empowerment, Negotiation, Professional Networking, Relationship Building, Trustworthiness, Leadership, Business Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Influencing, Relationship Management, Verbal Communication Skills, Rapport Building, Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Business Communication, Professional Development, Communication Strategies, Business Relationship Management, Leadership and Management, Business Strategy

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    University of California, Irvine

    Effective Problem-Solving and Decision-Making

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Performance Measurement, Teamwork, Performance Metric, Open Mindset, Organizational Strategy, Team Collaboration

    ★ 4.6 (7.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association)

    The Building Blocks of Nutrition for Fitness

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition Counseling, Nutrition and Diet, Clinical Nutrition, Nutrition Education, Nutritional Assessment, Exercise Science, Health And Wellness Coaching, Coaching, Health Assessment, Health Education, Biochemistry, Psychology, Physiology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Athletic Training, Health Care, Adaptability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    Madecraft

    Leadership Skills for the Future

    Skills you'll gain: Recognizing Others, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Leadership, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Empathy, Influencing, Empowerment, Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Leadership and Management, Active Listening, Compassion, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Trustworthiness, Employee Coaching, Growth Mindedness, Conflict Management, Mindfulness

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    PracticalGrowth

    Effective Communication Strategies & Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Communication Strategies, Influencing, Business Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Communication, Strategic Communication, Communication Planning, Cultural Responsiveness, Intercultural Competence, Interpersonal Communications, Diversity Awareness, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Persuasive Communication, Cultural Sensitivity, Conflict Management, Storytelling, Stakeholder Analysis, Constructive Feedback, De-escalation Techniques

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Johns Hopkins University

    Online Influence and Persuasion

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Social Media Analytics, Network Analysis, Data Analysis, Analytical Skills, Statistical Analysis, Social Sciences, Research, Data Collection, AI Personalization, Sociology, Data Transformation, Persuasive Communication, Application Programming Interface (API), Extract, Transform, Load, Media and Communications, Scripting, Psychology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular influence courses

  • Achieving Personal and Professional Success: University of Pennsylvania
  • The Impactful Communicator-Creating Connection and Influence: University of London
  • Market Research Statistical Analysis & Data Visualization: Coursera
  • The Influence of Social Determinants on Health: University of Michigan
  • Professional Skills: Perspective-Taking: Arizona State University
  • Foundations: The Evolution of Stadiums in The Digital Age: Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea
  • Women’s Leadership: Strategy, Relationships & Negotiation: Creo Incubator
  • Effective Problem-Solving and Decision-Making: University of California, Irvine
  • The Building Blocks of Nutrition for Fitness: ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association)
  • Leadership Skills for the Future: Madecraft

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