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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


  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Digital Pedagogy and Inclusive Learning Design

    Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Learning Management Systems, Education Software and Technology, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Pedagogy, Differentiated Instruction, Digital pedagogy, Education and Training, Childhood Education and Development, Human Learning, Child Development, School Psychology, Formal Learning, Instructional Strategies, Teaching, Instructional Design, Diversity Awareness, Learning Theory, Curriculum Development, Interactive Design

    4.7 stars, 1.1K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1.1K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • W

    Workday

    Workday Human Capital Management for Business Users

    Skills you'll gain: Workday (Software), Human Resources Software, Human Capital, HR Tech, Benefits Enrollment Processes, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), People Analytics, Learning Management Systems, Human Resource Management, Workflow Management, Staff Management, Business Reporting, Management Reporting, Ad Hoc Reporting, Training Programs, Business Process, Workforce Planning, Compensation Analysis, Data Entry

    4.7 stars, 147 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (147) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • S

    Sage Publications

    Leadership Lessons from Dr Pritam Singh

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership Studies, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Development, Trustworthiness, Business Leadership, Leadership, Business Ethics, Mindfulness, Self-Awareness, Visionary, Leadership and Management, Culture Transformation, Personal Integrity, Organizational Development, Organizational Change, Meditation & Breathwork, Organizational Effectiveness, Personal Development, Change Management, Corporate Strategy

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
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  • M

    Microsoft

    Ethics and Responsible Change

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Communications, Data Ethics, Compliance Management, Leadership Studies, Business Ethics, Governance, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Business Leadership, Compliance Reporting, Change Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Accountability Frameworks, Leadership and Management, Risk Management, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Visio

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Data Visualization and Reporting

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Tableau Software, Microsoft Excel, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization Software, Data Literacy, Report Writing, Technical Communication, Analytical Skills, Design Elements And Principles

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • 2

    28DIGITAL

    Development of Secure Embedded Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Internet Of Things, Cryptography, Security Requirements Analysis, Network Architecture, Network Security, Operating Systems, Software Systems, System Programming, Cybersecurity, Real Time Data, Web Services, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Encryption, Network Protocols, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Communication Systems, Systems Design

    4.3 stars, 1.2K reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.3 (1.2K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Macquarie University

    Visionary leadership, identity & motivation: Become a meaning maker

    Skills you'll gain: Brand Strategy, Thought Leadership, Brand Management, Branding, Employee Engagement, Drive Engagement, Organizational Leadership, Marketing Communications, Brand Awareness, Oral Expression, Strategic Communication, Strategic Leadership, Team Motivation, Motivational Skills, Storytelling, Leadership, Influencing, Performance Measurement, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication

    4.9 stars, 880 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (880) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Modern Project Leadership: Agile, AI, and Beyond

    Skills you'll gain: Project Risk Management, Workflow Management, Business Workflow Analysis, Team Performance Management, Risk Management, Leadership Studies, Team Leadership, Agile Project Management, Leadership and Management, Collaborative Software, Project Management, Innovation, Agile Software Development, Process Improvement, Strategic Decision-Making, Change Management, Artificial Intelligence, Adaptability, Digital Transformation, Communication

    4.6 stars, 561 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (561) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Madecraft

    Turning Data into Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Strategy, Data Storytelling, Business Intelligence, Dashboard, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Strategies, Data Presentation, Smart Goals, Business Metrics, Business Priorities, Performance Measurement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Data Analysis, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, Stakeholder Communications, Data Quality

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Leeds

    Foundations of Software Testing and Validation

    Skills you'll gain: Test Case, Software Testing, Software Quality Assurance, Quality Assurance, Verification And Validation, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Development

    4.6 stars, 448 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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    Preview
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Reproducible Research

    Skills you'll gain: Rmarkdown, Knitr, Data Sharing, General Science and Research, Statistical Reporting, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, R Programming, Verification And Validation, Technical Communication, Software Documentation

    4.6 stars, 4.2K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (4.2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IESE Business School

    ¿Qué hacen los buenos directivos? Prioridades de la Alta Dirección

    Skills you'll gain: Talent Management, Business Priorities, Strategic Leadership, Strategic Prioritization, Prioritization, Workforce Development, Business Leadership, Leadership Studies, Organizational Strategy, People Development, Leadership and Management, Business Management, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Human Capital, Strategic Thinking, Corporate Strategy, Business Strategy, People Management, Persona (User Experience)

    4.8 stars, 636 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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

  • Digital Pedagogy and Inclusive Learning Design: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Workday Human Capital Management for Business Users: Workday
  • Leadership Lessons from Dr Pritam Singh: Sage Publications
  • Ethics and Responsible Change: Microsoft
  • Data Visualization and Reporting: Coursera
  • Development of Secure Embedded Systems: 28DIGITAL
  • Visionary leadership, identity & motivation: Become a meaning maker: Macquarie University
  • Modern Project Leadership: Agile, AI, and Beyond: Coursera
  • Turning Data into Strategies: Madecraft
  • Foundations of Software Testing and Validation: University of Leeds

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