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 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
★ 4.8 (58) · 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

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

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Work Breakdown Structure, Conflict Management, Project Planning, Project Scoping, Organizational Structure, Project Management, Planning, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Documentation, Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Analysis, Leadership and Management, Influencing
★ 4.9 (70) · Mixed · 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
★ 4.1 (10) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Rapport Building, Relationship Building, Influencing, Relationship Management, Professional Development, Interpersonal Communications, Conflict Management, Decision Making, Communication, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct
★ 4.8 (40) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Rapport Building, Active Listening, Influencing, Trustworthiness, Relationship Building, Goal Setting, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Expectation Management, Business Strategies
★ 4.7 (91) · 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
★ 4.9 (84) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Advocacy, Relationship Building, Rapport Building, Professional Networking, Relationship Management, Trustworthiness, Stakeholder Analysis, Decision Making, Organizational Structure
★ 4.8 (37) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Overcoming Objections, Active Listening, Conflict Management, Diversity Awareness, Teamwork, Collaboration, Diversity Training, Diversity and Inclusion, Cultural Diversity, Tactfulness, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Constructive Feedback, Team Leadership, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Communications, Assertiveness, Persuasive Communication
★ 3.7 (16) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Fundação Instituto de Administração
Skills you'll gain: Leadership Development, Management Training And Development, Succession Planning, Leadership, Professional Development, Strategic Leadership, People Development, Resource Allocation, Resource Management, Leadership Studies, Organizational Leadership, Team Collaboration, Leadership and Management, Behavioral Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Development, Influencing, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Organizational Structure, Personal Development
★ 4.6 (99) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Influencing, Data Presentation, Strategic Thinking, Empathy, Visionary, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Strategic Decision-Making, Planning, Strategic Planning, Analytical Skills, Case Studies, Cognitive flexibility, Brainstorming, Leadership, Persuasive Communication, Creative Thinking, Data Analysis, Critical Thinking, Risk Management
★ 4.7 (7) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months