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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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      Deep Teaching Solutions

      Speak Freely, Think Critically: The Free Speech Balance Act

      Skills you'll gain: Cognitive flexibility, Emotional Intelligence, Interpersonal Communications, Open Mindset, Media and Communications, Cultural Diversity, Critical Thinking, Psychology, Social Studies, Political Sciences, Neurology

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Macquarie University

      Cyber Security Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Cyber Attacks, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Awareness, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Assessment, Threat Management, Cyber Threat Hunting, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Malware Protection, Cyber Security Policies, Mobile Security, Cyber Governance, Computer Security, Multi-Factor Authentication, Data Security, Email Security, Security Management, Security Strategy, Cloud Security

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Neurodiversity in Workplaces: Inclusive Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Team Building, Team Management, Empathy, Collaboration, Diversity Awareness, Leadership, Adaptability, Cognitive flexibility, Safety Culture, Innovation, Employee Engagement, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Communication

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Vanderbilt University

      Generative AI for HR Professionals

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, AI Personalization, Human Resource Policies, Employee Engagement, Employee Coaching, Human Resources, Human Resource Strategy, Prompt Engineering, Recruitment, Performance Review, Interviewing Skills

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Compensation: Smarter Pay Equity Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Human Resource Strategy, Workforce Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Forecasting, Mitigation

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

      ADP AIRS® Entry-Level Recruiter

      Skills you'll gain: Recruitment, Talent Pipelining, Relationship Building, Professional Networking, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Talent Acquisition, Change Management, Full Cycle Recruitment, Job Analysis, Market Research, Applicant Tracking Systems, Talent Recruitment, Process Improvement, Recruitment Strategies, Consultative Approaches, Performance Measurement, Organizational Structure, Talent Sourcing, Communication, Branding

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Macquarie University

      Storytelling et influence : Communiquer pour convaincre

      Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Storytelling, Persuasive Communication, Overcoming Objections, Leadership, Meeting Facilitation, Rapport Building, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Presentations, Empathy, Non-Verbal Communication

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Information Systems Auditing, Controls and Assurance

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Auditing, IT Management, Risk Management, Auditors Report, Change Management

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Sydney

      Innovation Through Design: Think, Make, Break, Repeat

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Human Centered Design, Product Design, Innovation, Service Design, User Experience Design, Design, Ideation, Prototyping, Creativity, Usability Testing

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      Duke University

      Think Again I: How to Understand Arguments

      Skills you'll gain: Logical Reasoning, Deductive Reasoning, Research, Persuasive Communication, Oral Expression

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Supply Chain Principles

      Skills you'll gain: Transportation Operations, Warehouse Operations, Inventory and Warehousing, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Planning, Manufacturing Operations, Logistics Management, Procurement, Production Management, Logistics

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      University of California, Irvine

      Managing Project Risks and Changes

      Skills you'll gain: Project Risk Management, Change Control, Project Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Project Performance, Scope Management, Risk Management, Change Management, Project Schedules, Stakeholder Communications, Project Documentation, Project Closure, Communication

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

    • Speak Freely, Think Critically: The Free Speech Balance Act: Deep Teaching Solutions
    • Cyber Security Essentials: Macquarie University
    • Neurodiversity in Workplaces: Inclusive Leadership: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Generative AI for HR Professionals: Vanderbilt University
    • GenAI for Compensation: Smarter Pay Equity Analysis: Coursera Instructor Network
    • ADP AIRS® Entry-Level Recruiter: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
    • Storytelling et influence : Communiquer pour convaincre: Macquarie University
    • Information Systems Auditing, Controls and Assurance: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Innovation Through Design: Think, Make, Break, Repeat: The University of Sydney
    • Think Again I: How to Understand Arguments: Duke University

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