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      The University of Chicago

      Understanding the Brain: The Neurobiology of Everyday Life

      Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Psychology, Kinesiology, Anatomy, Behavioral Health, Human Learning, Human Development, Blood Pressure, Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Respiration, Vital Signs, Biology, Speech Language Pathology

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      3.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Improving Communication Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Communication, Communication Strategies, Persuasive Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Business Communication, Trustworthiness, Rapport Building, Goal Setting, Relationship Building, Non-Verbal Communication, Cooperation, Negotiation, Honesty

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      U

      University of California, Irvine

      Initiating and Planning Projects

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Conflict Management, Project Management, Project Planning, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Documentation, Project Scoping, Project Coordination, Organizational Structure, Influencing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      23K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Introduction to Logic and Critical Thinking

      Skills you'll gain: Deductive Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, Computational Logic, Probability, Sampling (Statistics), Persuasive Communication, Research, Writing, Statistics, Scientific Methods, Oral Expression, Correlation Analysis, Interpersonal Communications, Interactive Learning, Learning Strategies, Instructional Strategies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      3.5K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      G

      Google

      From Likes to Leads: Interact with Customers Online

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

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.7K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad

      Leadership Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Team Leadership, Change Management, Leadership and Management, Business Leadership, Business Ethics, Self-Awareness, Culture Transformation, Personal Development, Decision Making, Emotional Intelligence, Influencing, Empowerment, Communication, Relationship Building

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of California, Irvine

      Human Resources Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Training and Development, Performance Metric, Compensation Management, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resources, Human Resource Strategy, Workforce Planning, Business Metrics, Business Analytics, Employee Engagement, Recruitment, Talent Acquisition, Employee Retention

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      2K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      U

      University of Minnesota

      Human Resource Management: HR for People Managers

      Skills you'll gain: Performance Management, Performance Appraisal, Employee Performance Management, Compensation Management, Compensation Strategy, Compensation and Benefits, Constructive Feedback, Workforce Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Employee Onboarding, Recruitment, Recruitment Strategies, Human Capital, Compensation Analysis, Talent Acquisition, Human Resources Management and Planning, People Management, Job Analysis, Payroll

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      15K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      R

      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Supply Chain Management

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Sourcing, Lean Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Demand Planning, Procurement, Supplier Relationship Management, Forecasting, Process Improvement, Supplier Management, Operations Management, Customer Demand Planning, Purchasing, Production Process, Supply Management, Operational Efficiency, Warehouse Management, Supply Chain Planning, Inventory and Warehousing, Inventory Management System, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      15K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      G

      Google

      Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, User Research, User Experience Design, User Centered Design, Usability, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Cross Platform Development, Prototyping, Wireframing, Sprint Planning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      73K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • R

      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Influencer Marketing Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Strategy, Content Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Effectiveness, Digital Media Strategy, Marketing Strategies, Campaign Management, Return On Investment, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Drive Engagement, Marketing Budgets, Brand Awareness, Influencing, Customer Engagement, Marketing Analytics, Content Creation, Presentations, Target Audience

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      189 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • W

      Wesleyan University

      Social Psychology

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

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      5K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Understanding the Brain: The Neurobiology of Everyday Life: The University of Chicago
    • Improving Communication Skills: University of Pennsylvania
    • Initiating and Planning Projects: University of California, Irvine
    • Introduction to Logic and Critical Thinking: Duke University
    • From Likes to Leads: Interact with Customers Online: Google
    • Leadership Skills: IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad
    • Human Resources Analytics: University of California, Irvine
    • Human Resource Management: HR for People Managers: University of Minnesota
    • Supply Chain Management: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design: Google

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