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 Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Sampling (Statistics), Descriptive Statistics, Probability Distribution, Statistics, Business Analytics, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Literacy, Probability & Statistics, Microsoft Excel, Descriptive Analytics, Statistical Visualization, Estimation, Histogram, Influencing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Madecraft
Skills you'll gain: Content Marketing, Social Media Content, Content Performance Analysis, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Management, Content Strategy, Content Creation, Content Optimization, Brand Marketing, Content Scheduling, Email Marketing, Thought Leadership, Digital Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Copywriting, Storytelling, Target Audience, Influencing, Web Analytics and SEO
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentation, Overcoming Objections, Selling Techniques, Sales Presentations, Value Propositions, Closing (Sales), General Sales Practices, Sales Training, Sales, Sales Process, Oral Expression, Persuasive Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Influencing, Negotiation, Communication, Consumer Behaviour, Public Speaking, Interviewing Skills, Rapport Building
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Operational Risk, Risk Modeling, Credit Risk, Risk Management Framework, Portfolio Risk, Financial Market, Financial Modeling, Risk Analysis, Derivatives, Risk Management, Investment Management, Financial Management, Analysis, Portfolio Management, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Asset Management, Probability Distribution, Construction, Influencing
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

John Wiley & Sons
Skills you'll gain: Project Closure, Earned Value Management, Agile Project Management, Project Performance, Team Motivation, Leadership and Management, Team Performance Management, Project Management, Project Management Software, Project Planning, Drive Engagement, Communication Planning, Project Controls, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Stakeholder Communications, Influencing, Project Documentation, Resource Management, Risk Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Emotional Intelligence, Adaptability, Active Listening, Social Skills, Relationship Building, Communication, Teamwork, Collaboration, Innovation, Personal Development, Diversity Training, Influencing, Conflict Management, Leadership, Change Management, Leadership Development, Productivity, Organizational Strategy, Culture
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Price Negotiation, Selling Techniques, General Sales Practices, Negotiation, Sales Training, Sales, Influencing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Minnesota State University, Mankato
Skills you'll gain: Strategic Decision-Making, Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Decision Making, Strategic Thinking, Leadership Development, Business Leadership, Problem Solving, Dealing With Ambiguity, Systems Thinking, Influencing, Solution Design, Critical Thinking, Problem Management, Business Priorities, Prioritization, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, Communication
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Alex Genadinik
Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Marketing Automation, Blogs, E-Commerce, Performance marketing, Recruitment, Influencing, Product Promotion, Program Development, Recruitment Strategies, Promotional Strategies, Payment Systems
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The Expert Academy
Skills you'll gain: Workplace inclusivity, Diversity and Inclusion, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Leadership and Management, Influencing, Strategic Leadership, Team Leadership, Change Management, Business Leadership, Intercultural Competence, Organizational Change, Initiative and Leadership, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Psychology, Stakeholder Management, Business Communication
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Sage Publications
Skills you'll gain: Clinical Leadership, Leadership Studies, Organizational Leadership, Personal Attributes, Emotional Intelligence, Culture Transformation, Self-Awareness, Leadership and Management, Leadership Development, Organizational Development, Leadership, Organizational Change, Personal Integrity, Influencing, Health Administration, Health Systems, Healthcare Ethics, Health Care, Culture, Decision Making
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
Skills you'll gain: Social Media Strategy, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Marketing, Content Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Strategies, Campaign Management, Marketing Communications, Return On Investment, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Driving engagement, Social Media Analytics, Content Strategy, Stakeholder Engagement, Marketing Budgets, Brand Awareness, Marketing Analytics, Presentations, Digital Marketing Tools, Target Audience
★ 4.3 (196) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months