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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


  • K

    Karlsruhe Institute of Technology

    Machine Translation

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Model Training, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Machine Learning Methods, Statistical Modeling, Multilingualism, Vocabulary

    4.5 stars, 185 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (185) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Organization Planning and Development for the 6 σ Black Belt

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Methodologies, Process Improvement, Process Improvement and Optimization, Quality Improvement, Business Planning, Organizational Development, Change Management, Business Strategies, Organizational Strategy, Quality Management, Benchmarking, Leadership and Management, Performance Measurement, Strategic Thinking, Business Leadership, Cost Management, Business Metrics, Return On Investment

    4.5 stars, 544 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    SkillUp

    Workplace Conduct and Culture

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Review, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Diversity and Inclusion, Constructive Feedback, Workplace inclusivity, Interviewing Skills, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Responsible AI, Optimism, Business Ethics, Labor Compliance, People Management, Compliance Training, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, AI literacy, Conflict Management, Human Resources, Healthcare Ethics, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Culture

    4.7 stars, 59 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (59) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google

    Support Individual Growth and Development

    Skills you'll gain: Management Training And Development, Team Performance Management, Performance Management, Team Management, Performance Appraisal, Empowerment, Self-Awareness

    4.9 stars, 59 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (59) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Goldman Sachs

    Fundamentals of Negotiation, with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Active Listening, Rapport Building, Interpersonal Communications, Goal Setting, Trustworthiness, Communication, Influencing, Expectation Management, Emotional Intelligence

    4.6 stars, 521 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (521) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
  • 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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Input and Interaction

    Skills you'll gain: Human Computer Interaction, Human Factors, Usability, Interaction Design, Information Architecture, Interactive Design, Human Machine Interfaces, User Interface (UI) Design, User Experience Design, Peripheral Devices

    4.6 stars, 722 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (722) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • X

    Xbox

    Xbox Graphic Designer

    Skills you'll gain: Color Theory, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Logo Design, Typography, User Interface (UI), Interaction Design, Figma (Design Software), Adobe Illustrator, Design Reviews, Wireframing, User Interface (UI) Design, Marketing Materials, Marketing Design, Layout Design, Usability, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, AI powered creativity, Peer Review, Adobe Photoshop

    4.5 stars, 112 reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (112) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    Lund University

    Greening the Economy: Lessons from Scandinavia

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Corporate Sustainability, Socioeconomics, Sustainability Standards, Economic Development, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Environmental Issue, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Resource Management, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Economics, Policy Development, Environmental Policy, Business Strategies, Consumer Behaviour, Business Strategy, Climate Change Mitigation, Complex Problem Solving

    4.7 stars, 608 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    Imperial College London

    Measuring Disease in Epidemiology

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Diagnostic Tests, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Preventative Care, Infectious Diseases, Program Evaluation, Risk Analysis, Quantitative Research, Correlation Analysis, Health Policy, Science and Research, Research, General Science and Research

    4.8 stars, 808 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Liderazgo y Pensamiento Crítico

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Independent Thinking, Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Studies, Self-Awareness, Decision Making, Leadership, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Strategic Thinking, Team Motivation, Leadership Development, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Development, Drive Engagement, Strategic Decision-Making, Knowledge Transfer

    4.7 stars, 568 reviews, Advanced, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (568) · Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Emotions: a Philosophical Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Culture, Psychology, Anthropology, Artificial Intelligence, Human Computer Interaction, Robotics, Research

    4.4 stars, 525 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (525) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Machine Translation: Karlsruhe Institute of Technology
  • Organization Planning and Development for the 6 σ Black Belt: Kennesaw State University
  • Workplace Conduct and Culture: SkillUp
  • Support Individual Growth and Development: Google
  • Fundamentals of Negotiation, with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women: Goldman Sachs
  • Creating Change through Social Entrepreneurship: Yale University
  • Input and Interaction: University of California San Diego
  • Xbox Graphic Designer: Xbox
  • Greening the Economy: Lessons from Scandinavia: Lund University
  • Measuring Disease in Epidemiology: Imperial College London

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