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.

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Keyword Research, Content Strategy, Web Content, Auditing, Report Writing, Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, Heat Maps, Data Visualization Software, Technical Communication, Geospatial Mapping, Data Mapping, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), GitHub, Usability, Public Health, Document Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Queen Mary University of London
Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Leadership Development, Leadership, Executive Presence, Initiative and Leadership, Time Management, Leadership and Management, Influencing, Conflict Management, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Constructive Feedback, Communication, Adaptability
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Case Western Reserve University
Skills you'll gain: Coaching, Negotiation, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Leadership Development, Initiative and Leadership, Compassion, Leadership, Organizational Change, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Development, Culture Transformation, Empowerment, People Development, Influencing, Strategic Leadership, Business Leadership, Active Listening, Case Studies, Professional Development
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Data Integrity, Content Management Systems, Data Sharing, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Security Controls, User Accounts, Authorization (Computing), Risk Management Framework, IT General Controls (ITGC), Identity and Access Management, Data Management, Security Management, Data Access
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Patterns, Salesforce, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI Agents, Agentic systems, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Branding, Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Go To Market Strategy, Brand Strategy, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Customer Insights, Target Market, Customer experience strategy (CX), Marketing Communications, Marketing Analytics, Consumer Behaviour
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Market Dynamics, Market Analysis, Market Share, Organizational Structure, Growth Strategies, Business Transformation, Economics, Public Policies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Starweaver
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, Intelligence Collection and Analysis, Cyber Threat Hunting, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Threat Modeling, Threat Detection, AI Security, Malware Protection, Cyber Security Assessment, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, Network Analysis, Requirements Analysis, Technical Communication, Data Quality
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Succession Planning, Leadership, Leadership Development, Organizational Leadership, Business Ethics, Business Leadership, Intercultural Competence, Team Leadership, Creativity, Team Building, Teamwork, Communication, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Conflict Management, Cultural Diversity, Employee Coaching, Influencing, Mentorship, People Management, Coaching
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Cash Flows, Cost Benefit Analysis, Financial Analysis, Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Return On Investment, Financial Modeling, Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Capital Budgeting, Investments, Microsoft Excel
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

John Wiley & Sons
Skills you'll gain: Team Leadership, Team Building, Leadership, Management Training And Development, Collaboration, Conflict Management, Interpersonal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Communication, Empathy, Change Management, Innovation, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months