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      Starweaver

      Global Business Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Concision, Data Storytelling, Customer Insights, Data Visualization, Storytelling, Sales Strategy, Writing, Writing and Editing, Technical Writing, Sales Presentation, Communication, Business Communication, Persuasive Communication, Sales, Data Visualization Software, Technical Communication, Communication Strategies, Marketing Communications, Active Listening

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Effective Problem-Solving and Decision-Making

      Skills you'll gain: Creative Problem-Solving, Problem Solving, Creativity, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Professional Development, Decision Making, Root Cause Analysis, Organizational Effectiveness, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Personal Development, Performance Measurement, Business Leadership, Critical Thinking, Analytical Skills, Analysis, Collaboration, Team Oriented, Adaptability

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      The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

      Psychology of Popularity

      Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Social Sciences, Behavior Management, Non-Verbal Communication, Child Development, Interpersonal Communications, Research

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Removing Barriers to Change

      Skills you'll gain: Change Management, Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Innovation, Decision Making, Resource Allocation, Behavioral Economics, Business Priorities, Cost Benefit Analysis

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Successful Negotiation: Essential Strategies and Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Mediation, Conflict Management, Arbitration, Communication, Leadership, Contract Management, Analysis, Contract Review, Influencing, Sales Process, Planning, Decision Making, Business Ethics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Speaking and Presenting: Poise

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Case Western Reserve University

      Inspired Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Coaching, Employee Coaching, Leadership Development, Active Listening, Emotional Intelligence, Negotiation, Leadership, Visionary, Organizational Leadership, Influencing, Strategic Leadership, Personal Development, Business Leadership, Stakeholder Engagement, Positivity, Compassion, Leadership and Management, Drive Engagement, Empathy, Empowerment

      4.7
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University at Buffalo

      The Factors that Influence the Effectiveness of Boards and the Governance Process

      Skills you'll gain: Governance, Meeting Facilitation, Leadership and Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Team Leadership, Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Training and Development, Succession Planning, Organizational Structure, Culture, Diversity and Inclusion, Accountability, Recruitment, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Inclusive Leadership: The Power of Workplace Diversity

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Cultural Diversity, Meeting Facilitation, Constructive Feedback, Empathy, Leadership, Cultural Sensitivity, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Culture, Self-Awareness

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Microeconomics: The Power of Markets

      Skills you'll gain: Supply And Demand, Economics, Tax, Cost Benefit Analysis, Market Analysis, Resource Allocation, Decision Making

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera

      Instagram Stories: Maximize Interaction

      Skills you'll gain: Instagram, User Feedback, Drive Engagement, Customer Engagement, Storytelling, Social Media, Brand Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Target Audience, Social Media Content, Content Creation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Leading People and Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Employee Coaching, Team Management, Team Leadership, Talent Management, Team Motivation, Talent Pipelining, Team Building, Visionary, Performance Appraisal, Influencing, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Teamwork, Constructive Feedback, Goal Setting, Intercultural Competence, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Personal Development, Persuasive Communication, Professional Development

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

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular influence courses

    • Global Business Communication: Starweaver
    • Effective Problem-Solving and Decision-Making: University of California, Irvine
    • Psychology of Popularity: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
    • Removing Barriers to Change: University of Pennsylvania
    • Successful Negotiation: Essential Strategies and Skills: University of Michigan
    • Speaking and Presenting: Poise: University of Michigan
    • Inspired Leadership: Case Western Reserve University
    • The Factors that Influence the Effectiveness of Boards and the Governance Process: University at Buffalo
    • Inclusive Leadership: The Power of Workplace Diversity: University of Colorado System
    • Microeconomics: The Power of Markets: University of Pennsylvania

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