Persuasion courses can help you learn effective communication techniques, the psychology behind decision-making, and strategies for influencing others. You can build skills in crafting compelling messages, negotiating effectively, and understanding audience motivations. Many courses introduce tools such as persuasive writing frameworks and presentation software that enhance your ability to engage and convince diverse audiences.

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Management, Social Media Content, Marketing Communications, Target Audience, Strategic Communication, Media Strategy, Brand Marketing, Media and Communications, Brand Strategy, Brand Management, Advertising, Stakeholder Communications, Shared Media, Social Media Analytics, Persuasive Communication, Content Creation, Digital Marketing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Influencing, Rapport Building, Trustworthiness, Follow Through, Personal Attributes, Planning, Overcoming Obstacles
★ 4.8 (17) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Toronto
Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Influencing, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Development, Leadership, Diversity and Inclusion, Change Management, Thought Leadership, Team Management, Business Transformation, Drive Engagement, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Advocacy, Innovation, Workplace inclusivity, Overcoming Objections, Stakeholder Engagement, Cultural Diversity, Stakeholder Management
★ 4.8 (181) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Washington
Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Oral Expression, Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Peer Review, Motivational Skills, Performing Arts, Writing and Editing, Constructive Feedback, Writing, Communication Strategies, Verbal Strategic Communication, Empathy
★ 4.7 (207) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Rapport Building, Sales Training, Trustworthiness, Selling Techniques, Consultative Selling, Personal Attributes, Composure, Sales Development, Sales, Consultative Approaches, General Sales Practices, Verbal Communication Skills, Customer Relationship Building, Communication, Relationship Building, Communication Strategies, Customer Engagement, Empathy, Service Recovery
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Writing and Editing, Copywriting, Peer Review, Editing, Grammar, Proofreading, Target Audience, Writing, Personalized Campaigns
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Minnesota State University, Mankato
Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Influencing, Interpersonal Communications, Adaptability, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Relationship Building, Communication Strategies, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Collaboration, Leadership, Relationship Management, Non-Verbal Communication, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Problem Solving, Strategic Thinking, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The Expert Academy
Skills you'll gain: Overcoming Objections, B2B Sales, De-escalation Techniques, Conflict Management, Enterprise Sales, Sales Presentation, Sales Strategy, Negotiation, Selling Techniques, Closing (Sales), Sales, Trustworthiness, Price Negotiation, Stakeholder Management, Behavior Management, Communication Strategies, Business Communication, Sales Prospecting, Communication, Resilience
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Request for Proposal, Presentations, Technical Communication, Persuasive Communication, Proposal Writing, Oral Expression, Proposal Development, Technical Writing, Intercultural Competence, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Design Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, Communication Strategies, Concision, Communication Planning, Innovation, Professional Development, Target Audience
★ 4.9 (16) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Copywriting, Social Media Marketing, Content Marketing, Content Optimization, Writing and Editing, Selling Techniques, Driving engagement, Branding, Email Marketing, Marketing, Advertising Campaigns, Search Engine Optimization
★ 4.7 (7) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Writing, Persuasive Communication, Communication Strategies, Communication, Critical Thinking, Dealing With Ambiguity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Deductive Reasoning, Independent Thinking, Analytical Skills, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Writing, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks