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      Macquarie University

      Negotiation skills: Negotiate and resolve conflict

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Negotiation, Interpersonal Communications, Mediation, Leadership, Relationship Building, Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Sensitivity, Trustworthiness, Self-Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Communication, Adaptability, Active Listening

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      779 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Toronto

      Gender Analytics: Gender Equity through Inclusive Design

      Skills you'll gain: Human Centered Design, Design Thinking, Storytelling, Data Collection, Data Ethics, Qualitative Research, Prototyping, Organizational Change, Quantitative Research, Design Research, User Experience Design, Organizational Leadership, Diversity Awareness, Influencing, Statistical Analysis, Diversity and Inclusion, Organizational Effectiveness, Analytics, Data Analysis, Leadership

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      590 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Starweaver

      Influencing, Collaboration and Decision Making

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Influencing, Trustworthiness, Conflict Management, Collaboration, Analytical Skills, Teamwork, Communication, Leadership, Stakeholder Management, Relationship Building, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      39 reviews

      Intermediate · 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
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      829 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IE Business School

      Pricing Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Revenue Management, Strategic Marketing, Product Strategy, Market Dynamics, Consumer Behaviour, Cost Accounting, Marketing Psychology, Market Research, Sales, Customer Insights, Competitive Analysis, Market Data

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Financial Management

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Return On Investment, Balance Sheet, Risk Mitigation, Income Statement, Accounts Receivable, Financial Reporting, Inventory Management System, Capital Budgeting, Working Capital, Risk Analysis, Business Metrics, Risk Management, Cash Flows, Financial Analysis, Business Valuation, Operational Efficiency, Stakeholder Communications, Strategic Decision-Making

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      202 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Rochester

      The Blues: Understanding and Performing an American Art Form

      Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Instrumental Music, Music Performance, Music, Music History

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      608 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Queen Mary University of London

      Stepping Up: Preparing Yourself for Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Leadership Development, Leadership, Delegation Skills, Initiative and Leadership, Influencing, Leadership and Management, Empowerment, Conflict Management, Self-Awareness, Motivational Skills, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Time Management, Constructive Feedback, Drive Engagement, Communication, Self-Motivation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      55 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Foundations of Neuroscience

      Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Marketing Psychology, Consumer Behaviour, Neurology, Behavioral Economics, Psychology, Decision Making, Marketing Effectiveness, Experimentation, Anatomy

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Generative AI: Impact on Business and Society

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Mitigation, Generative AI, Risk Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Data Ethics, Decision Making, Business Strategies, Business Ethics, Governance, Cultural Diversity, Leadership and Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Public Safety and National Security

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      39 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Arizona State University

      Leading Through Effective Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Team Leadership, Influencing, Team Building, Leadership, Teamwork, Leadership and Management, Leadership Development, Visionary, People Development, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Self-Awareness

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EIT Digital

      The Impact of Technology

      Skills you'll gain: Technology Strategies, Forecasting, Innovation, Business Modeling, Emerging Technologies, Business Strategy, Network Analysis, Trend Analysis, Value Propositions, Market Dynamics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      115 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Negotiation skills: Negotiate and resolve conflict: Macquarie University
    • Gender Analytics: Gender Equity through Inclusive Design: University of Toronto
    • Influencing, Collaboration and Decision Making: Starweaver
    • Effective Communication in the Globalised Workplace: National University of Singapore
    • Pricing Strategy: IE Business School
    • Financial Management: Duke University
    • The Blues: Understanding and Performing an American Art Form: University of Rochester
    • Stepping Up: Preparing Yourself for Leadership: Queen Mary University of London
    • Foundations of Neuroscience: Johns Hopkins University
    • Generative AI: Impact on Business and Society: University of Michigan

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