Persuasion Courses and Certifications

NDC Conferences

The Persuasion Equation - How to Effectively Communicate Results to People Who Don’t Want to Listen

Learn effective techniques to communicate data-driven insights and drive action, even with reluctant audiences. Master the art of persuasion through storytelling, context, and strategic presentation.

• YouTube
• 46 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

The Aspen Institute

Influence is Your Superpower - Developing Persuasion Skills

Discover strategies to enhance your natural persuasion abilities, boost confidence, and become more influential without being pushy, based on insights from Yale's most popular management course.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 6 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Math TAU

Persuasion and Welfare in Game Theory

Explore persuasion's impact on welfare through mathematical game theory in this insightful seminar by Laura Doval.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 5 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

IEEE

'Age Isn't Just a Number': Effects of Virtual Human Age and Gender on Persuasion, Social Presence and Influence in VR

Explore how virtual human age and gender impact persuasion and social influence in VR, with insights for designing effective virtual sales strategies tailored to diverse user profiles.

• YouTube
• 10 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Security BSides San Francisco

The Power of Persuasion - Better Security Through Manipulation

Discover psychology principles to drive positive security outcomes using social proof, reciprocity, and persuasion techniques to address human vulnerabilities in cybersecurity.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Business Networking Part 6: Persuasion Strategies

81 ratings at Udemy

Discover powerful persuasion strategies and verbal tactics to maximize your networking efforts, build confidence, and achieve your goals at events with greater effectiveness.

• Udemy
• 2 hours 45 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Microcredential

How to Win Friends & Influence People in Practice

32 ratings at CodeSignal

Master essential people skills through AI-driven role-plays based on Dale Carnegie's principles, covering authentic relationship building, effective communication, persuasion techniques, and diplomatic conflict resolution.

• CodeSignal
• 5 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Certificate
• 4 courses

Storytelling for Business

11 ratings at CreativeLive

Learn to craft compelling brand stories that captivate audiences, evoke emotions, and drive action. Master different storytelling techniques to effectively communicate your message and increase sales.

• CreativeLive
• 1 hour 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Build Your Influence, Build Your Business

12 ratings at CreativeLive

Build Your Influence, Build Your Business with Shari Alexander

• CreativeLive
• 14 hours 1 minute
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Microcredential

Never Split the Difference - Negotiations in Sales

11 ratings at CodeSignal

Master advanced negotiation techniques through tactical empathy, strategic questioning, and active listening to maximize influence and build stronger client relationships.

• CodeSignal
• 5 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Certificate
• 4 courses

Negotiation and Conflict Resolution

Master workplace conflict resolution and negotiation through practical simulations, developing skills to craft persuasive solutions and design dispute resolution systems.

• GetSmarter
• 6 weeks, 8 hours a week
• 27th Apr, 2026
• Paid Course

Communication and Influence in the Digital Age

Master concise, impactful communication skills for the digital era, covering persuasion, influence, leadership ethics, and crisis management across personal and professional contexts.

• GetSmarter
• 6 weeks, 9 hours a week
• 31st Aug, 2026
• Paid Course

Business Development Management

Master essential business development strategies to identify opportunities, craft compelling pitches, negotiate deals, and build lasting relationships for sustainable growth.

• GetSmarter
• 6 weeks, 8 hours a week
• 13th Apr, 2026
• Paid Course

Microcredential

Mastering Public Speaking Through Practice

15 ratings at CodeSignal

Master essential public speaking techniques to deliver persuasive presentations, handle Q&As confidently, and think on your feet when communicating with technical and non-technical audiences.

• CodeSignal
• 5 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Certificate
• 4 courses

Interpersonal Skills

Enhance your knowledge of communication fundamentals, from active listening to powerful conversations, negotiations, and memorable first impressions for stronger relationships.

• OpenLearning
• 10 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course