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    Study techniques for influencing people in personal and professional settings. Learn about social dynamics, communication skills, and leadership.

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      The University of Chicago

      Internet Giants: The Law and Economics of Media Platforms

      Skills you'll gain: Media and Communications, Computing Platforms, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Digital Content, Digital Media Strategy, Economics, Intellectual Property, Technology Strategies, E-Commerce, Emerging Technologies, Case Law, Market Dynamics, Competitive Analysis

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

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Introduction to Public Relations and the Media

      Skills you'll gain: Press Releases, Strategic Communication, Media Relations, Public Relations, Marketing and Public Relations, Communication Planning, Media and Communications, Marketing Collateral, Crisis Management, Storytelling, Corporate Communications, Communication Strategies, Branding, Corporate Sustainability, Brand Management, Business Ethics, Media Strategy, Stakeholder Communications, Journalism, Influencing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      696 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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      Duke University

      Impact Measurement & Management for the SDGs

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Stakeholder Engagement, Performance Analysis, Performance Measurement, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainability Reporting, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Goal Setting, Benchmarking, Governance, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Investment Management, Compliance Management, Due Diligence, Accountability, Verification And Validation

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

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      Wesleyan University

      Data Analysis and Interpretation

      Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Predictive Modeling, Data Mining, Report Writing, Data Visualization, Unsupervised Learning, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Random Forest Algorithm, Decision Tree Learning, Quantitative Research, SAS (Software), Statistical Methods, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Programming, Data Management, Data Analysis, Statistics, Machine Learning

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Copenhagen

      Diabetes – the Essential Facts

      Skills you'll gain: Chronic Diseases, Epidemiology, Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Disparities, Public Health, Medical Science and Research, Nutrition and Diet, Treatment Planning, Community Health, Kinesiology, Surgery, Clinical Nutrition, Biology

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

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      e-Learning Ecologies: Innovative Approaches to Teaching and Learning for the Digital Age

      Skills you'll gain: Differentiated Instruction, Collaborative Software, Education Software and Technology, Pedagogy, Multimedia, Innovation, Digital Transformation, Digital Communications

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

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      University of London

      Global Energy and Climate Policy

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Policy, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Issue, Environment, Governance, International Relations, Security Strategy, Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Economics, Mitigation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      694 reviews

      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

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      464 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Leeds

      Foundations of Software Testing and Validation

      Skills you'll gain: Test Case, Test Planning, Software Testing, Verification And Validation, Acceptance Testing, Quality Assurance, System Testing, Functional Testing, Unit Testing, Integration Testing, Performance Testing, Software Development, Software Development Life Cycle

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

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Autoridad, dirección y liderazgo

      Skills you'll gain: Leadership and Management, Leadership Development, Leadership, Supervision, Professional Development, Administration, Organizational Leadership, People Management, Business Leadership, Personal Development, Delegation Skills, Motivational Skills, Coordinating, Decision Making, Coaching

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

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      VLSI CAD Part I: Logic

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Electronics Engineering, Hardware Design, Computer-Aided Design, Technical Design, Theoretical Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computer Architecture, Computer Engineering, Verification And Validation, Algorithms, Data Structures, Digital Design

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

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

    • Internet Giants: The Law and Economics of Media Platforms: The University of Chicago
    • Introduction to Public Relations and the Media: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Influencing, Collaboration and Decision Making: Starweaver
    • Impact Measurement & Management for the SDGs: Duke University
    • Data Analysis and Interpretation: Wesleyan University
    • Diabetes – the Essential Facts: University of Copenhagen
    • e-Learning Ecologies: Innovative Approaches to Teaching and Learning for the Digital Age: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Global Energy and Climate Policy: University of London
    • Removing Barriers to Change: University of Pennsylvania
    • Foundations of Software Testing and Validation: University of Leeds

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