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.

Ei4Change
Skills you'll gain: Social Skills, Conflict Management, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Stress Management, Emotional Intelligence, Rapport Building, Communication Strategies, Relationship Building, Self-Awareness, Non-Verbal Communication, Recognizing Others
★ 4.7 (30) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Chris Croft Training
Skills you'll gain: Overcoming Objections, Influencing, Rapport Building, Persuasive Communication, Communication Strategies, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Leadership and Management, Adaptability, Business Leadership
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Madecraft
Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Composure, Influencing, Positivity, Communication, Public Speaking, Brand Strategy, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication Strategies, Executive Presence, Brand Marketing, Branding, Presentations, Professional Networking, Rapport Building, Storytelling, LinkedIn, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Virtual Networking
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Coaching, Leadership, Communication, Motivational Skills, Decision Making, Constructive Feedback, Relationship Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Negotiation, Leadership, Conflict Management, Persuasive Communication, Leadership Development, Professional Development, Communication, Personal Development, Constructive Feedback
★ 4.6 (78) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Influencing, Accountability, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Emotional Intelligence, Leadership, Leadership Development, Negotiation, Storytelling, Professional Development, Persuasive Communication, Follow Through, Constructive Feedback, Growth Mindedness, Communication
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Creo Incubator
Skills you'll gain: Web Presence, Independent Thinking, Decision Making, Rapport Building, Empathy, Adaptability, Influencing, Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The CareerTrek Company
Skills you'll gain: Executive Presence, Leadership, Active Listening, Influencing, Business Communication, Negotiation, Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Analysis, Persuasive Communication, Contract Negotiation, Leadership and Management, Constructive Feedback, Empathy, Composure, Overcoming Objections, Concision, Accountability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Self-Awareness, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Personal Attributes, Self-Motivation, Communication Strategies, Personal Development, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Motivational Skills, Empathy, Planning
★ 5 (21) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Minnesota State University, Mankato
Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Active Listening, Professionalism, Leadership, Trustworthiness, Communication, Performance Management, Conflict 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

Case Western Reserve University
Skills you'll gain: Coaching, Empathy, Compassion, Leadership Development, Active Listening, Organizational Leadership, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Leadership, Change Management, Neurology, Physiology
★ 4.7 (397) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Harvard Business Review
Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Professional Networking, Persuasive Communication, Overcoming Objections, Relationship Building, Stakeholder Engagement, Communication, Relationship Management, Interpersonal Communications, Trustworthiness, Communication Strategies, General Networking
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks