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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


  • M

    Macquarie University

    Negotiation skills: Negotiate and resolve conflict

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Negotiation, Intercultural Competence, Stakeholder Management, Leadership and Management, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Self-Awareness, Relationship Building, Communication Strategies, Communication

    4.7 stars, 851 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Resilience in Children Exposed to Trauma, Disaster and War: Global Perspectives

    Skills you'll gain: Child Welfare, Crisis Intervention, Research Methodologies, Family Support, Science and Research, Working With Children, Trauma Care, Child Development, Emergency Response, Risk Analysis, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Case Studies

    4.8 stars, 742 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (742) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • A

    Arizona State University

    Learn English Now: Intermediate Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Oral Expression, Language Competency, English Language, Grammar, Literacy, Language Learning, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Community Health, Video Production, Writing, Nutrition and Diet, Writing and Editing, Art History, Culture, Health Education, Vocabulary, Blogs

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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  • Y

    Yale University

    Creating Change through Social Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Design Thinking, Community Outreach, Organizational Structure, Stakeholder Engagement, Human Centered Design, Entrepreneurship, Communication Planning, Research and Design, Business Modeling, Governance, Communication, Advocacy, Sustainable Business, Innovation, Program Evaluation, Fundraising, Entrepreneurial Finance

    4.9 stars, 181 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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  • U

    University of Toronto

    Transformational Leadership for Inclusive Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Influencing, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Development, Leadership, Diversity and Inclusion, Change Management, Thought Leadership, Team Management, Business Transformation, Drive Engagement, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Advocacy, Innovation, Workplace inclusivity, Overcoming Objections, Stakeholder Engagement, Cultural Diversity, Stakeholder Management

    4.8 stars, 180 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Minnesota

    التحضير لإدارة الموارد البشرية

    Skills you'll gain: Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resource Policies, Workforce Development, Employee Engagement, Drive Engagement, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Compensation Strategy, Staff Management, Management Training And Development, People Management, Compensation Management, Team Motivation, Labor Law, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Economics

    4.8 stars, 297 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (297) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • B

    Board Infinity

    Generative AI in HR - Impact and Application of Gen AI

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, HR Tech, Human Resources Management and Planning, Employee Engagement, Human Resources, Human Resource Management, Generative AI, Data Ethics, People Analytics, Talent Recruitment, Talent Acquisition, Human Resource Strategy, Recruitment, Trend Analysis, Employee Training, Employee Retention, Workforce Development, Workforce Planning, AI Security, Training Programs

    4.3 stars, 254 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.3 (254) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • C

    Copenhagen Business School

    The Neuromarketing Toolbox

    Skills you'll gain: Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Psychology, Market Research, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Marketing, Sensory Systems Analysis, Neurology, Science and Research, Experimentation, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Research Methodologies, Research Design, Data Collection, Analysis, Anatomy, Decision Making, Electrophysiology, Psychology

    4.7 stars, 201 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Leadership: An Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Business Ethics, Creativity, Leadership Studies, Creative Thinking, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Influencing, Diversity and Inclusion, Team Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership Development, Business Leadership, Responsible AI, Verbal Communication Skills, Plan Execution, Communication, Discussion Facilitation

    4.4 stars, 44 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.4 (44) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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  • U

    University of Geneva

    International Organizations for Interpreters

    Skills you'll gain: Multilingualism, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, English Language, International Relations, Diplomacy, World History, European History, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Political Sciences, Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

    4.8 stars, 129 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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  • C

    Coursera

    Brand Management: Strategies for a Strong Brand

    Skills you'll gain: Brand Management, Brand Strategy, Branding, Marketing Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Sustainable Business, Governance, Stakeholder Engagement, Storytelling, Growth Strategies, Innovation, Communication

    4.7 stars, 193 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
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  • R

    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Soul Beliefs: Causes and Consequences - Unit 1: Historical Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Ancient History, Sociology, Social Sciences, Anthropology, World History, Psychology, Scientific Methods, Science and Research

    4.5 stars, 408 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (408) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Negotiation skills: Negotiate and resolve conflict: Macquarie University
  • Resilience in Children Exposed to Trauma, Disaster and War: Global Perspectives: University of Minnesota
  • Learn English Now: Intermediate Foundations: Arizona State University
  • Creating Change through Social Entrepreneurship: Yale University
  • Transformational Leadership for Inclusive Innovation: University of Toronto
  • التحضير لإدارة الموارد البشرية: University of Minnesota
  • Generative AI in HR - Impact and Application of Gen AI: Board Infinity
  • The Neuromarketing Toolbox: Copenhagen Business School
  • Leadership: An Introduction: Johns Hopkins University
  • International Organizations for Interpreters: University of Geneva

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