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, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Personal Attributes, Personal Development, Research, Student-Centred Learning, Lifelong Learning, Goal Setting, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Board Infinity
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Systems Thinking, Stakeholder Communications, Disaster Recovery, Leadership, Contingency Planning, Leadership and Management, Threat Management, Climate Change Adaptation, Change Management, Threat Detection, Infrastructure Security, Resilience, Business Continuity, Organizational Change, Engineering Management, Emergency Response, Business Ethics, Communication, Sustainable Development
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Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Data Visualization, Graph Theory, Relational Databases, Data Visualization Software, Data Storytelling, Data Analysis, Social Sciences, Statistical Analysis, Machine Learning, R Programming, Analytical Skills, Sociology, Natural Language Processing, Data Manipulation, Text Mining, Analytics, Social Impact, Statistical Modeling
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Scientific Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Geospatial Information and Technology, Data Presentation, Color Theory, Graphic and Visual Design, Data Visualization, Tree Maps, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Storytelling, Design Elements And Principles, Plot (Graphics), Data Literacy, Heat Maps, Computer Displays, Exploratory Data Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Mapping, Display Devices
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of London
Skills you'll gain: Rapport Building, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Attributes, Verbal Communication Skills, Relationship Building, Non-Verbal Communication, Self-Awareness, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Personal Development, Public Speaking, Executive Presence, Adaptability, Growth Mindedness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Corporate Finance Institute
Skills you'll gain: Credit Risk, Loans, Capital Expenditure, General Lending, Consumer Lending, Mortgage Loans, Commercial Lending, Financial Analysis, Loan Origination, Financial Statement Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Diversity and Inclusion, Intercultural Competence, Diversity Awareness, Workplace inclusivity, Organizational Leadership, Cultural Diversity, Business Leadership, People Development, Leadership, Leadership Development, Global Marketing, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Nanjing University
Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, World History, Social Sciences, European History, Economics, Socioeconomics, Sociology, Political Sciences, Economic Development
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Communication Planning, Stakeholder Engagement, Public Relations, Public Affairs, Performance Reporting, Strategic Communication, Marketing Effectiveness, Community Outreach, Performance Metric, Relationship Building, Data Visualization, Data Collection
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Huddersfield
Skills you'll gain: Leadership Development, Leadership, Leadership and Management, Organizational Leadership, Team Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Business Leadership, Professional Development, Influencing, Team Motivation, People Management, Personal Development, Self-Awareness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Marketing Effectiveness, Global Marketing, New Product Development, Product Marketing, Brand Management, Market Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Analytics, Marketing Communications, Consumer Behaviour, Brand Strategy, Advertising, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Media Planning, Market Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months