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Influencing People Courses

Courses in influencing people can help you learn persuasive communication, negotiation techniques, emotional intelligence, and relationship-building strategies. You can build skills in active listening, crafting compelling messages, and adapting your approach to different audiences. Many courses introduce tools such as social media platforms for outreach, presentation software for impactful storytelling, and analytics tools to measure engagement and effectiveness.

Popular Influencing People Courses and Certifications


  • H

    Harvard Business School Online

    Introduction to Power and Influence

    Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Professional Networking, Influencing, Relationship Management, Accountability, Social Network Analysis, Brokerage, Business Ethics, Leadership, Persuasive Communication, Leadership and Management, Empathy, General Networking, Analysis, Change Management, Organizational Skills

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Influencing People

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Professional Networking, Relationship Building, Decision Making, People Development, Relationship Management, Social Skills

    4.8 stars, 4.3K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (4.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Influencing People Without Authority

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Constructive Feedback, Storytelling, Decision Making, Professional Networking, Public Speaking, Non-Verbal Communication, Self-Awareness, Communication, Creativity, Independent Thinking, People Development, Relationship Building, People Management, Relationship Management, Growth Mindedness, Social Skills, Optimism, Problem Solving, Recognizing Others

    4.8 stars, 4.5K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (4.5K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Leading People and Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Talent Management, Goal Setting, Team Building, Teamwork, Team Management, Talent Pipelining, Influencing, Team Motivation, Visionary, People Development, Performance Appraisal, Team Performance Management, Motivational Skills, Smart Goals, Employee Onboarding, Employee Performance Management, Interviewing Skills, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Team Leadership

    4.8 stars, 12K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (12K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Trending right now
    Trending right now
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Macquarie University

    Influencing: Storytelling, Change Management and Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management Framework, Persuasive Communication, Storytelling, Influencing, Governance, Risk Management, Change Management, Organizational Change, Communication, Conflict Management, Risk Analysis, Negotiation, Operational Risk, Business Risk Management, Risk Mitigation, Verbal Communication Skills, Stakeholder Communications, Intercultural Competence, Stakeholder Management, Leadership

    4.7 stars, 4.8K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (4.8K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Creo Incubator

    Advanced Thought Leadership: Mastering Influence and Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Conflict Management, Relationship Building, Intercultural Competence, Negotiation, Constructive Feedback, Stakeholder Engagement, Content Creation, Stakeholder Communications, Cultural Responsiveness, Composure, Relationship Management, Leadership, Cooperation, Business Leadership, Decision Making, Habit Formation, Content Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Communication Strategies

    4.5 stars, 6 reviews, Advanced, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (6) · Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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  • I

    IBM

    Developing Interpersonal Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Interpersonal Communications, Active Listening, Trustworthiness, Conflict Management, Assertiveness, Business Communication, Communication, Communication Strategies, Influencing, People Management

    4.7 stars, 3.3K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (3.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Madecraft

    How to Inspire and Motivate Others

    Skills you'll gain: Team Motivation, Motivational Skills, Visionary, Storytelling, Drive Engagement, Team Leadership, Leadership, Team Management, Leadership Development, Persuasive Communication, Employee Engagement, Organizational Development, Empathy, Emotional Intelligence, Talent Management, Target Audience, Communication, Change Management, Psychology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    STARWEAVER

    Storytelling and Influence in Technical Environments

    Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Data Storytelling, Technical Communication, Storytelling, Stakeholder Communications, Influencing, Strategic Communication, Communication, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Stakeholder Engagement, Writing, Expectation Management, Data Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • G

    Google

    Google People Management Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Team Leadership, Employee Coaching, Performance Management, Constructive Feedback, People Development, Goal Setting, Delegation Skills, Relationship Management, Resource Management, AI Enablement, Communication

    4.8 stars, 539 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (539) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Bestseller
    Bestseller
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Workplace Culture for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy, Team Leadership, Compassion, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Influencing, Emotional Intelligence, Team Building, Leadership, Self-Awareness, Leadership Development, Digital Communications, Visionary, Personal Development, Decision Making, Communication, Active Listening, Mitigation, Accountability, De-escalation Techniques, Mindfulness

    4.6 stars, 151 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (151) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    People Analytics with AI: Data-Driven HR Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Data Storytelling, People Analytics, Risk Mitigation, Workforce Planning, HR Tech, Consulting, Organizational Strategy, Persuasive Communication, Management Reporting, Communication, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Talent Management, Strategic Thinking, Employee Engagement, Information Technology, Project Management, Empathy, Statistical Methods

    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
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Best Influencing People courses from University of Michigan

Top-rated Influencing People courses offered by University of Michigan on Coursera.

  1. 1
    Influencing People
    University of MichiganBeginner1 - 4 Weeks4.8(4,289)University of Michigan
  2. 2
    Influencing People Without Authority
    University of MichiganBeginner1 - 3 Months4.8(4,456)University of Michigan
  3. 3
    Leading People and Teams
    University of MichiganBeginner3 - 6 Months4.8(12,007)University of Michigan

Best Influencing People certificate programs

Earn a certificate in Influencing People from top universities and companies.

  1. 1
    Introduction to Power and Influence
    Harvard Business School OnlineBeginner1 - 3 Months5.0(1)Specialization
  2. 2
    Influencing: Storytelling, Change Management and Governance
    Macquarie UniversityBeginner3 - 6 Months4.7(4,793)Specialization
  3. 3
    Advanced Thought Leadership: Mastering Influence and Impact
    Creo IncubatorAdvanced3 - 6 Months4.5(6)Specialization

Best Influencing People courses for beginners

Top-rated beginner-friendly Influencing People courses with no prerequisites.

  1. 1
    Developing Interpersonal Skills
    IBMBeginner1 - 4 Weeks4.7(3,307)No prerequisites
  2. 2
    Google People Management Essentials
    GoogleBeginner3 - 6 Months4.8(539)No prerequisites
  3. 3
    Workplace Culture for Everyone
    Arizona State UniversityBeginner3 - 6 Months4.6(151)No prerequisites

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