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    Explore principles of influence for effective communication and leadership. Learn techniques for persuasion, negotiation, and building credibility.

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      Duke University

      Business Value Creation

      Skills you'll gain: Cash Flows, Business Valuation, Resource Allocation, Cost Control, Market Share, Capital Expenditure, Return On Investment, Resource Utilization, Operational Efficiency, Business Strategy, Financial Analysis, Revenue Management, Performance Analysis, Expectation Management, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Microsoft Excel

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      National University of Singapore

      Effective Communication in the Globalised Workplace

      Skills you'll gain: Communication Strategies, Persuasive Communication, Presentations, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Survey Creation, Communication, Professional Networking, Influencing, Writing, Relationship Building, Interpersonal Communications, Meeting Facilitation, Professional Development, Delegation Skills, Business Writing, Verbal Communication Skills, Leadership, Peer Review, Business Communication

      4.6
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Macquarie University

      Visionary leadership, identity & motivation: Become a meaning maker

      Skills you'll gain: Brand Strategy, Branding, Brand Awareness, Thought Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Storytelling, Brand Management, Employee Engagement, Motivational Skills, Leadership, Business Leadership, Strategic Communication, Influencing, Social Sciences, Communication

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

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      American Psychological Association

      Discover Yourself, Build Relationships, and Navigate Groups

      Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Relationship Building, Psychology, Self-Motivation, Relationship Management, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Rapport Building, Cultural Diversity, Behavior Management, Behavioral Economics, Goal Setting, Sociology, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Social Sciences, Interpersonal Communications, Scientific Methods, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, Research

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Geneva

      Calvin - Histoire et réception d'une Réforme

      Skills you'll gain: Ethical Standards And Conduct, Art History, World History, Cultural Diversity, Social Studies, European History, Higher Education, Social Sciences, Political Sciences

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      129 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Extracellular Vesicles in Health and Disease

      Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Microbiology, Pathology, Life Sciences, Medical Science and Research, Molecular Biology, Biology, Pharmacology, Oncology, Cardiology, Neurology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      105 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Women's Leadership: Boost your skills and drive change

      Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Emotional Intelligence, Communication, Empowerment, Personal Development, Resilience, Mentorship, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Self-Awareness, Branding, Self-Motivation, Initiative and Leadership, Assertiveness, Brand Awareness, Leadership, Leadership and Management, Empathy, Decision Making

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Corporate Finance Institute

      Introduction to ESG

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Corporate Sustainability, Stakeholder Management, Business Intelligence, Corporate Strategy, Risk Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Risk Analysis, Governance, Investments

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      143 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Strategic Thinking

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Thinking, Strategic Decision-Making, Systems Thinking, Contingency Planning, Business Strategy, Business Planning, Analysis, Trend Analysis, Complex Problem Solving, Risk Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Decision Making, Competitive Analysis, Forecasting, Market Analysis

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      52 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universiteit Leiden

      The Great Sustainability Transition: Global challenges, Local actions

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Environment, Environmental Resource Management, Pollution Prevention, Environmental Policy, Systems Thinking, Socioeconomics, Environmental Science, Community Development, Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Discussion Facilitation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      49 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Dartmouth College

      Superbosses: Managing Talent & Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Leadership Development, People Development, Talent Management, Leadership and Management, Team Management, People Management, Business Leadership, Collaboration, Entrepreneurship, Professional Networking, Talent Acquisition, Influencing, Innovation, Mentorship, Creativity, Employee Engagement, Recruitment Strategies, Growth Strategies, Diversity and Inclusion

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      165 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      McMaster University

      Finance for Everyone: Debt

      Skills you'll gain: Loans, Finance, Behavioral Economics, Credit Risk, Financial Analysis, Economics, Corporate Finance, Consumer Behaviour, Financial Planning, Economic Development, Risk Analysis

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

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

    • Business Value Creation: Duke University
    • Effective Communication in the Globalised Workplace: National University of Singapore
    • Visionary leadership, identity & motivation: Become a meaning maker: Macquarie University
    • Discover Yourself, Build Relationships, and Navigate Groups: American Psychological Association
    • Calvin - Histoire et réception d'une Réforme: University of Geneva
    • Extracellular Vesicles in Health and Disease: University of California, Irvine
    • Women's Leadership: Boost your skills and drive change: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • Introduction to ESG: Corporate Finance Institute
    • Strategic Thinking: Arizona State University
    • The Great Sustainability Transition: Global challenges, Local actions: Universiteit Leiden

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