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.

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Professional Networking, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Relationship Building, Rapport Building, Relationship Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Decision Making, Business Ethics
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Irvine
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
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
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
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
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
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Active Listening, Financial Trading, Goal Setting, Communication, Rapport Building, Influencing, Relationship Building, Expectation Management
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Arizona State University
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
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Alfaisal University | KLD
Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Initiative and Leadership, Empowerment, Recognizing Others, Leadership Studies, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Positivity, Leadership Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Toronto
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
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
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
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
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
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Macquarie University
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
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks