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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


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    University of Michigan

    التأثير على الأشخاص

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Professional Networking, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Relationship Building, Rapport Building, Relationship Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Decision Making, Business Ethics

    4.6
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    University of California, Irvine

    Iniciando e planejando projetos

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Project Planning, Stakeholder Management, Planning, Conflict Management, Project Management, Project Scoping, Leadership and Management, Stakeholder Communications, Scope Management, Project Controls, Project Documentation, Coordinating, Stakeholder Analysis, Influencing, Organizational Structure

    4.9
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    82 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Trabajo en equipo y creatividad

    Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Ideation, Teamwork, Creative Thinking, Presentations, Communication, Brainstorming, Innovation, Persuasive Communication, Team Collaboration, Influencing, Collaboration, Professional Development, Creative Problem-Solving, Open Mindset, Decision Making

    4.8
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    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, Leadership Development, Diversity and Inclusion, Team Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Business Leadership, Responsible AI, Verbal Communication Skills, Plan Execution, Artificial Intelligence, Decision Making, Performance Improvement

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Goldman Sachs

    Fundamentos de Negociação com o 10,000 Women da Goldman Sachs

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Active Listening, Financial Trading, Goal Setting, Communication, Rapport Building, Influencing, Relationship Building, Expectation Management

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    商务英语课程:财经英语 Finance & Economics

    Skills you'll gain: Purchasing, Strategic Sourcing, English Language, Business Communication, Business Correspondence, Communication, Business Writing, Auditing, Negotiation, Business Ethics, Verbal Communication Skills, Forecasting, Discussion Facilitation, Oral Expression, Financial Auditing, Budgeting, Influencing, Financial Forecasting, General Finance, Communication Strategies

    4.8
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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    القيادة بدون سلطة | Leading without Authority

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Initiative and Leadership, Empowerment, Recognizing Others, Leadership Studies, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Positivity, Leadership Development

    4.8
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    University of Toronto

    Стратегии коммуникации в виртуальную эпоху

    Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Influencing, Communication, Leadership, Virtual Teams, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Team Collaboration, Discussion Facilitation, Professional Development, Business Communication, Meeting Facilitation, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Tactfulness, Drive Engagement, Negotiation, Digital Communications

    3.8
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Speaking to a Technical Group

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Technical Communication, Presentations, Persuasive Communication, Storytelling, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication, Target Audience, Influencing, Contingency Planning

    Build toward a degree

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    العمل الجماعي والإبداع

    Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Creativity, Professional Development, Teamwork, Team Building, Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Team Collaboration, Collaboration, Innovation, Social Impact, Cognitive flexibility, Drive Engagement, Open Mindset, Influencing, Communication, Communication Strategies, Decision Making, Overcoming Obstacles

    4.5
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Macquarie University

    Storytelling und Einflussnahme: effektive Kommunikation

    Skills you'll gain: Overcoming Objections, Persuasive Communication, Influencing, Rapport Building, Leadership, Communication, Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies, Presentations, Meeting Facilitation, Relationship Building, Non-Verbal Communication, Trustworthiness, Decision Making, Planning

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    UBITS

    De la comunicación a la neurocomunicación

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Non-Verbal Communication, Culture Transformation, Organizational Leadership, Communication, Communication Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills, Team Motivation, Business Leadership, Positivity, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • التأثير على الأشخاص: University of Michigan
  • Iniciando e planejando projetos: University of California, Irvine
  • Trabajo en equipo y creatividad: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Leadership: An Introduction: Johns Hopkins University
  • Fundamentos de Negociação com o 10,000 Women da Goldman Sachs: Goldman Sachs
  • 商务英语课程:财经英语 Finance & Economics: Arizona State University
  • القيادة بدون سلطة | Leading without Authority : Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Стратегии коммуникации в виртуальную эпоху: University of Toronto
  • Speaking to a Technical Group: University of Colorado Boulder
  • العمل الجماعي والإبداع: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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