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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 at Buffalo

    The Factors that Influence the Effectiveness of Boards and the Governance Process

    Skills you'll gain: Governance, Leadership Studies, Meeting Facilitation, Leadership and Management, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Effectiveness, Leadership, Case Studies, Organizational Structure, Culture Transformation, People Development, Performance Improvement, Procedure Development, Culture, Recruitment Strategies

    4.6 stars, 66 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (66) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • C

    Coursera

    Communication, Influence & Sales Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: B2B Sales, Negotiation, Active Listening, Drive Engagement, Value Propositions, Sales Presentations, Rapport Building, Persuasive Communication, Business Communication, Selling Techniques, Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Recognizing Others, Communication, Communication Strategies, Greeting Customers, Customer Relationship Building, Decision Making

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • 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

    4.7 stars, 48 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (48) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Digital Brand Builders: From Strategy to Social Influence

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Brand Strategy, Brand Management, Brand Strategy, Branding, Brand Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Brand Loyalty, Social Media Marketing, Storytelling, Digital Marketing, digital literacy, Marketing Channel, Influencing, Personal Development, Community Development, Performance marketing, Employee Engagement, Corporate Strategy, Analytics

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • P

    Packt

    Spheres of Influence

    Skills you'll gain: Business Communication, Collaboration, Relationship Building, Stakeholder Communications, Leadership, Professionalism, Professional Networking, Relationship Management, Team Building, Business Leadership, Business Relationship Management, Rapport Building, Workplace inclusivity, Stakeholder Engagement, Executive Presence, Customer Relationship Building, Strategic Leadership, Leadership Development, Project Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • B

    Board Infinity

    Sales Execution: Pipeline, Discovery & Deal Influence

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Pipelines, Sales Presentation, Sales Presentations, Storytelling, Sales Development, Sales Process, Persuasive Communication, Active Listening, Product Demonstration, B2B Sales, Sales, Consultative Selling, Selling Techniques, Consultative Approaches, Influencing, Meeting Facilitation, Customer Engagement, Proposal Development, Discussion Facilitation, Stakeholder Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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  • S

    STARWEAVER

    Technical Communication: Storytelling That Drives Decisions

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Communication, Technical Writing, Technical Documentation, Presentations, Data Storytelling, Stakeholder Communications, Data Visualization, Storytelling, Business Communication, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Persuasive Communication, Writing, Communication, Strategic Communication, Stakeholder Engagement, Communication Strategies, Visual Design, Information Architecture

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • G

    Google

    Leadership and Influencing Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Team Leadership, Team Performance Management, Team Collaboration, Collaboration, People Management

    4.8 stars, 61 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (61) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    STARWEAVER

    Stakeholder Management for Project Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Communication Planning, Project Management, Project Coordination, Strategic Communication, Conflict Management, Leadership and Management, Communication Strategies, Team Performance Management, Coordinating, Team Oriented, Drive Engagement, Expectation Management, Workflow Management, Team Management, Accountability, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Business Communication

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • L

    LearnQuest

    Technology, Influence & Sustained Success in Modern Sales

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Sales, Sales, Sales Pipelines, Sales Strategy, Sales Enablement, Sales Training, Selling Techniques, Sales Operations, Sales Process, Personalized Campaigns, AI Personalization, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Meeting Facilitation, Marketing Automation, Discussion Facilitation, Virtual Teams, Sales Presentation, Consumer Behaviour, Customer Relationship Building, Stakeholder Analysis

    4.4 stars, 52 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (52) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Chris Croft Training

    Cognitive Bias at Work: Make Better Decisions

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Decision Intelligence, Business Leadership, Strategic Decision-Making, Decisiveness, Organizational Leadership, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Leadership and Management, Strategic Leadership, Leadership, Strategic Thinking, Critical Thinking, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Team Leadership, Independent Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Initiative and Leadership, Thought Leadership, Creative Thinking

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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  • T

    The Expert Academy

    Sales Skills: Build Trust And Influence Buyers

    Skills you'll gain: Selling Techniques, Consultative Selling, Sales, Sales Strategy, B2B Sales, Negotiation, General Sales Practices, Sales Process, Solution Selling, Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Sales Prospecting, Marketing Psychology, Prospecting and Qualification, Consumer Behaviour, Lead Generation, Rapport Building, Customer Relationship Building, Social Media Campaigns, Trustworthiness

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular influence courses

  • The Factors that Influence the Effectiveness of Boards and the Governance Process: University at Buffalo
  • Communication, Influence & Sales Techniques: Coursera
  • The Impactful Communicator-Creating Connection and Influence: University of London
  • Digital Brand Builders: From Strategy to Social Influence: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Spheres of Influence: Packt
  • Sales Execution: Pipeline, Discovery & Deal Influence: Board Infinity
  • Technical Communication: Storytelling That Drives Decisions: STARWEAVER
  • Leadership and Influencing Skills: Google
  • Stakeholder Management for Project Managers: STARWEAVER
  • Technology, Influence & Sustained Success in Modern Sales: LearnQuest

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