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Influencing People Courses

Courses in influencing people can help you learn persuasive communication, negotiation techniques, emotional intelligence, and relationship-building strategies. You can build skills in active listening, crafting compelling messages, and adapting your approach to different audiences. Many courses introduce tools such as social media platforms for outreach, presentation software for impactful storytelling, and analytics tools to measure engagement and effectiveness.

Popular Influencing People Courses and Certifications


  • E

    Ei4Change

    Personality: How To Get On With Anyone

    Skills you'll gain: Social Skills, Conflict Management, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Stress Management, Emotional Intelligence, Rapport Building, Personal Attributes, Communication Strategies, Relationship Building, Self-Awareness, Non-Verbal Communication, Empowerment, Recognizing Others, Behavior Management, Psychosocial Assessments, Adaptability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    30 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Workplace Culture for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy, Team Leadership, Compassion, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Influencing, Emotional Intelligence, Team Building, Leadership, Teamwork, Team Management, digital literacy, Self-Awareness, Media and Communications, Digital Communications, Interpersonal Communications, Decision Making, Independent Thinking, Open Mindset, Conflict Management, Accountability

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    142 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • N

    Northwestern University

    Leadership Through Social Influence

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Motivational Skills, Communication, Leadership Studies, Advocacy, Social Impact, Empowerment, Behavior Management, Overcoming Objections, Negotiation, Drive Engagement

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.4K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of London

    Applied Public History: Places, People, Stories

    Skills you'll gain: Public History, Storytelling, Program Evaluation, Media and Communications, Research, Cultural Responsiveness, Community Outreach, Driving engagement, Case Studies, Cultural Diversity, Research Methodologies, Creativity

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    114 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Empathy for Self and Others

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy, Compassion, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Recognizing Others, Personal Development, Active Listening, Leadership, Mindfulness, Meditation & Breathwork

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    54 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Influir en las personas

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Relationship Building, Rapport Building, Professional Networking, Relationship Management, Organizational Leadership, Oral Expression, Stakeholder Analysis, Decision Making, Organizational Structure, Business Ethics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    31 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Speaking and Presenting: Tact

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

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    44 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • 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

  • C

    Coursera

    Manager of Managers: Coaching and Mentoring People Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Coaching, Management Training And Development, Team Performance Management, Strategic Leadership, Succession Planning, Leadership Development, Mentorship, Strategic Thinking, People Development, Coaching, Professional Development, People Management, Accountability, Decision Making, Performance Improvement, Goal Setting

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Starweaver

    Influencing, Collaboration and Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Trustworthiness, Influencing, Stakeholder Engagement, Leadership and Management, Stakeholder Management, Analytical Skills, Analysis, Leadership, Cooperation, Supervision, Conflict Management, Collaboration, Team Leadership, Communication, Critical Thinking, Team Collaboration, Case Studies, Decision Making, Relationship Building

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    59 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Minnesota State University, Mankato

    Leading People and Performance

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Active Listening, Professionalism, Leadership, Oral Expression, Trustworthiness, Communication, Performance Management, Team Leadership, Team Performance Management, Leadership Development, Business Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Business Communication, Strategic Leadership, Influencing, Strategic Communication, Executive Presence, Empowerment, Culture Transformation

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Chris Croft Training

    Assertiveness - Difficult People & Games Players

    Skills you'll gain: Tactfulness, Recognizing Others, Emotional Intelligence, Verbal Communication Skills, Game Theory, Honesty, Parent Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Business Communication

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular influencing people courses

  • Personality: How To Get On With Anyone: Ei4Change
  • Workplace Culture for Everyone: Arizona State University
  • Leadership Through Social Influence: Northwestern University
  • Applied Public History: Places, People, Stories: University of London
  • Empathy for Self and Others: Arizona State University
  • Influir en las personas: University of Michigan
  • Speaking and Presenting: Tact: University of Michigan
  • The Impactful Communicator-Creating Connection and Influence: University of London
  • Manager of Managers: Coaching and Mentoring People Managers: Coursera
  • Influencing, Collaboration and Decision Making: Starweaver

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