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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


  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Los obstáculos y la conducción en las negociaciones

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Composure, Overcoming Objections, Conflict Management, Communication Strategies, Timelines, Interpersonal Communications, Influencing, Behavior Management, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Needs Assessment

    4.8 stars, 154 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Creativity Toolkit II: Creative Collaboration

    Skills you'll gain: Collaboration, Team Collaboration, Leadership, Presentations, Creativity, Ideation, Creative Problem-Solving, Teamwork, Innovation, Team Building, Creative Thinking, People Management, Persuasive Communication, Influencing, Storytelling, Communication, Social Skills, Critical Thinking, Decision Making

    4.8 stars, 413 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Program Management and the Art of Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Communications, User Story, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Stakeholder Management, Persuasive Communication, Target Audience, Non-Verbal Communication, Team Performance Management, Communication Planning, Influencing, Professional Development, Leadership and Management, Strategic Communication, Data Management, Negotiation, Rapport Building, Data Presentation, Product Requirements

    4.7 stars, 150 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
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  • L

    London Business School

    Business for Good: Fundamentals of Corporate Responsibility

    Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainable Business, Corporate Strategy, Governance, Social Impact, Leadership Studies, Business Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Business Strategy, Culture Transformation, Decision Making, Influencing

    4.7 stars, 98 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (98) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Strategic Risk Leadership: Data, Empathy, and Assurance

    Skills you'll gain: Internal Auditing, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Data Visualization, Risk Analysis, Tableau Software, Data Presentation, Auditors Report, Internal Communications, Persuasive Communication, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Continuous Improvement Process, Data Analysis, Data Literacy, Cybersecurity, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Influencing, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Business Risk Management

    4.6 stars, 21 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (21) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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  • D

    Duke University

    Building an Agile Culture for Your Organization

    Skills you'll gain: Culture Transformation, Organizational Change, Organizational Leadership, Business Transformation, Open Mindset, Adaptability, Change Management, Innovation, Strategic Leadership, Influencing

    4.8 stars, 57 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (57) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • A

    Alfaisal University | KLD

    فن التفاوض | The Art of Negotiation

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Communication, Planning, Influencing, Persuasive Communication

    4.7 stars, 98 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • H

    Hult International Business School

    Mastering Sales: From Fundamentals to Career Success

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Rapport Building, Sales Strategy, Sales Process, Selling Techniques, Communication, Prospecting and Qualification, Influencing, Relationship Building, Professional Development, Relationship Management, Negotiation, Interviewing Skills, Branding, Time Management

    5 stars, 14 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 5 (14) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • D

    Dartmouth College

    Superbosses: Managing Talent & Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Talent Management, People Development, Professional Networking, Collaboration, Leadership Development, Team Building, People Management, Talent Sourcing, Talent Acquisition, Entrepreneurship, Workforce Development, Motivational Skills, Innovation, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Drive Engagement, Leadership, Talent Recruitment, Influencing, Growth Strategies

    4.9 stars, 187 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
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  • Q

    Queen Mary University of London

    Getting Started with Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Organizational Change, Stakeholder Engagement, Time Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Organizational Structure, Stakeholder Analysis, Business Leadership, Team Leadership, Leadership, Staff Management, Leadership Development, Influencing

    4.6 stars, 128 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (128) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    (Successful Presentation) العرض التقديمي الناجح

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Oral Expression, Influencing, Storytelling, Non-Verbal Communication, Courage, Composure, Creativity, Adaptability

    4.8 stars, 493 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Teamwork and Creativity

    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

    4.7 stars, 65 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular influence courses

  • Los obstáculos y la conducción en las negociaciones: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Creativity Toolkit II: Creative Collaboration: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Program Management and the Art of Communication: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Business for Good: Fundamentals of Corporate Responsibility: London Business School
  • Strategic Risk Leadership: Data, Empathy, and Assurance: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Building an Agile Culture for Your Organization: Duke University
  • فن التفاوض | The Art of Negotiation: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Mastering Sales: From Fundamentals to Career Success: Hult International Business School
  • Superbosses: Managing Talent & Leadership: Dartmouth College
  • Getting Started with Leadership: Queen Mary University of London

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