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 Leeds
Skills you'll gain: Change Management, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Change, Leadership and Management, Business Transformation, Leadership Development, Leadership, Influencing, Corporate Sustainability, Communication Planning, Sustainable Business, Adaptability, Communication, Employee Engagement
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Active Listening, Verbal Strategic Communication, Leadership, Persuasive Communication, Influencing, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Strategic Communication, Negotiation, Emotional Intelligence, Discussion Facilitation, Assertiveness, Oral Comprehension
Beginner · 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

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Business Ethics, Creativity, Leadership Studies, Creative Thinking, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Influencing, Innovation, Diversity and Inclusion, Team Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership Development, Business Leadership, Leadership and Management, Responsible AI, Verbal Communication Skills, Plan Execution, Artificial Intelligence
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 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

The University of Notre Dame
Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Leadership Studies, Leadership Development, Change Management, Organizational Change, Tactfulness, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Business Ethics, Business Leadership, Problem Solving, Trustworthiness, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Personal Attributes, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Influencing, Self-Awareness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Conflict Management, Planning, Project Planning, Project Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Organizational Structure, Stakeholder Communications, Project Scoping, Leadership and Management, Project Documentation, Influencing
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 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

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

Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Overcoming Objections, Influencing, Rapport Building, Storytelling, Leadership, Communication, Meeting Facilitation, Discussion Facilitation, Verbal Communication Skills, Initiative and Leadership, Non-Verbal Communication, Decision Making
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

California Institute of the Arts
Skills you'll gain: Executive Presence, Oral Expression, Non-Verbal Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Empathy, Active Listening, Rapport Building, Business Communication, Social Skills, Persuasive Communication, Teamwork, Influencing, Empowerment, Initiative and Leadership, Goal-Oriented, Adaptability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creativity, Ideation, Creative Problem-Solving, Brainstorming, Persuasive Communication, Cognitive flexibility, Teamwork, Team Oriented, Influencing, Communication, Team Collaboration, Communication Strategies, Collaboration, Storytelling, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months