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      Google

      From Likes to Leads: Interact with Customers Online

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Management, Target Audience, Content Creation, Brand Strategy, Marketing Analytics, Digital Marketing, Brand Awareness, Digital Advertising, Performance Reporting, Advertising Campaigns, Customer Engagement

      4.8
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Northwestern University

      Leadership Through Social Influence

      Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Motivational Skills, Communication, Problem Solving, Overcoming Obstacles, Emotional Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Behavior Management, Negotiation, Social Skills, Drive Engagement, Consumer Behaviour

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Yale University

      Introduction to Psychology

      Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Human Development, Scientific Methods, Clinical Psychology, Research, Culture, Social Sciences, Learning Theory, Psychiatry, Child Development, Neurology, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Human Resource Management: HR for People Managers

      Skills you'll gain: Performance Management, Compensation Strategy, Compensation Management, Employee Performance Management, Compensation and Benefits, Performance Appraisal, Talent Acquisition, Performance Review, Compensation Analysis, Workforce Planning, Employee Onboarding, Recruitment, Talent Recruitment, Management Training And Development, Recruitment Strategies, Performance Measurement, Human Resource Strategy, Payroll, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resource Policies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Supply Chain Management

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Sourcing, Operations Management, Forecasting, Procurement, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Demand Planning, Lean Six Sigma, Purchasing, Operational Efficiency, Supply Chain, Warehousing, Logistics, Production Process, Supply Chain Systems, Lean Methodologies, Quality Management, Inventory Management System, Warehouse Management, Six Sigma Methodology, Supply Chain Planning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Influencer Marketing Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Content Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Marketing Strategies, Social Media, Return On Investment, Instagram, Influencing, Brand Awareness, Customer Engagement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Target Audience, Presentations

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      189 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Sydney

      Positive Psychiatry and Mental Health

      Skills you'll gain: Mental Health, Stress Management, Resilience, Community Mental Health Services, Positivity, Psychiatry, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Personal Development, Clinical Psychology, Mindfulness, Behavioral Health, Mental Health Therapies, Creativity, Relationship Building, Cultural Responsiveness

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.8K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Achieving Personal and Professional Success

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Persuasive Communication, Influencing, Active Listening, Communication, Communication Strategies, Productivity, Business Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Trustworthiness, Strategic Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Rapport Building, Personal Development, Conflict Management, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Attributes, Leadership, Peer Review, Goal Setting

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Wesleyan University

      Social Psychology

      Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Sociology, Psychology, Persuasive Communication, Conflict Management, Behavior Management, Interpersonal Communications, Cultural Diversity, Research, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      5.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Stanford University

      Organizational Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Organizational Structure, Organizational Leadership, Change Management, Sociology, Decision Making, Social Sciences, Business, Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Culture, Resource Management, Professional Networking, Learning Theory

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Meta

      Social Media Management

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Content, Social Media Management, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Content Creation, Content Performance Analysis, Instagram, Content Management, Brand Strategy, Content Marketing, Brand Awareness, Facebook, Storytelling, Calendar Management, Customer Engagement

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Northwestern University

      Organizational Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Negotiation, Design Thinking, Leadership, Leadership Development, Crisis Management, Human Centered Design, Innovation, Strategic Communication, Organizational Leadership, Ideation, Professional Development, Storytelling, Marketing Analytics, Leadership and Management, Brainstorming, Teamwork, Marketing Strategies, Marketing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular influencing people courses

    • From Likes to Leads: Interact with Customers Online: Google
    • Leadership Through Social Influence: Northwestern University
    • Introduction to Psychology : Yale University
    • Human Resource Management: HR for People Managers: University of Minnesota
    • Supply Chain Management: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Influencer Marketing Strategy: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Positive Psychiatry and Mental Health : The University of Sydney
    • Achieving Personal and Professional Success: University of Pennsylvania
    • Social Psychology: Wesleyan University
    • Organizational Analysis : Stanford University

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