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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


  • S

    Skillshare

    Hone Your Style: Discover and Develop Your Editing Style

    Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Style Guides, Editing, Post-Production, Visual Storytelling, Videography, Creativity, Aesthetics

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • T

    The University of Melbourne

    How Music Can Change Your Life

    Skills you'll gain: Music, World Music, Cultural Diversity, Health Promotion, Social Impact, Rehabilitation, Community Development, Psychotherapy, Mental Health, Mental Health Therapies, Neurology

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    Universiteit Leiden

    The Importance and Power of Music in our Society

    Skills you'll gain: Music, Culture, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Social Impact, Liberal Arts, Sociology, Aesthetics, Political Sciences, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    ★ 4.6 (72) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Persuasion and Presence for Program and Project Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Target Audience, Rapport Building, Influencing, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Executive Presence, Program Management, Constructive Feedback, Stakeholder Communications, Project Management, Communication, Leadership, Team Performance Management, Public Speaking, Team Building, Presentations, Strategic Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Virtual Teams

    ★ 4.8 (10) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • B

    Board Infinity

    Reimagining Brand Strategy for the Digital Age

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Brand Strategy, Driving engagement, Competitive Analysis, Brand Strategy, Experience Design, Brand Management, Customer experience strategy (CX), Brand Awareness, Branding, Digital Marketing, Storytelling, Customer Engagement, Cross-Channel Marketing, Digital Analysis, Digital Media Strategy, Journey Mapping, Market Opportunities, Data-Driven Marketing, Customer Insights, Data-Driven Decision-Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Creo Incubator

    Soft skills for clinicians: Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Leadership, Leadership and Management, Self-Awareness, Leadership, Teamwork, Personal Attributes, Personal Development, Initiative and Leadership, Non-Verbal Communication, Team Collaboration, Trustworthiness, Professional Development, Verbal Communication Skills, Collaboration, Executive Presence, Relationship Building, Emergency Medicine, Communication, Healthcare Ethics, Time Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • R

    Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

    Strategy: Governance, Business Models and the Future

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Management Framework, Business Risk Management, Project Risk Management, Revenue Management, Facility Management, Data Ethics, Business Strategies, Sustainable Business, Sustainable Systems, Governance, Business Modeling, Organizational Strategy, Data Strategy, Regulatory Compliance, Stakeholder Management, Real Estate, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Hospitality Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • T

    The Expert Academy

    Values, Purpose And Ethical Leadership Identity

    Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Decision Making, Leadership Development, Employee Coaching, Strategic Decision-Making, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Team Leadership, Business Leadership, Problem Solving, Mentorship, Leadership and Management, Executive Presence, Goal Setting, Influencing, Systems Thinking, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Team Collaboration, Communication

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Service Marketing and Relationship Strategies

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Salary Negotiation Strategies for Career Growth

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Value Propositions, Communication, Strategic Communication, Proposal Development, Compensation Management, Professionalism, Overcoming Objections, Compensation and Benefits, Compensation Analysis, Marketing Psychology, Job Evaluation, Influencing, Assertiveness, Overcoming Obstacles, Professional Networking, Benchmarking, Personal Development

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Principles of Management

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Team Management, Leadership and Management, Influencing, Team Leadership, Teamwork, Team Building, Smart Goals, Conflict Management, Coaching, Employee Coaching, Decision Making, Leadership Studies, Business Ethics, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Project Management, Business Communication, Communication, Relationship Building

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    Master Active Listening

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Trustworthiness, Drive Engagement, Verbal Communication Skills, Sales Training, Customer Relationship Building, Rapport Building, Oral Comprehension, Writing, Interpersonal Communications, Needs Assessment, Communication Strategies

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular influence courses

  • Hone Your Style: Discover and Develop Your Editing Style: Skillshare
  • How Music Can Change Your Life: The University of Melbourne
  • The Importance and Power of Music in our Society: Universiteit Leiden
  • Persuasion and Presence for Program and Project Managers: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Reimagining Brand Strategy for the Digital Age: Board Infinity
  • Soft skills for clinicians: Leadership: Creo Incubator
  • Strategy: Governance, Business Models and the Future: Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea
  • Values, Purpose And Ethical Leadership Identity: The Expert Academy
  • Service Marketing and Relationship Strategies: EDUCBA
  • Salary Negotiation Strategies for Career Growth: EDUCBA

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