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      University of California, Davis

      Digital Trends: AI, Metaverse, Persuasive Tech & Blockchain

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Blockchain, Data Ethics, Emerging Technologies, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Digital Assets, Business Transformation, Social Media, Web Development, Deep Learning, Simulation and Simulation Software, Persuasive Communication, Human Computer Interaction, Algorithms, Decision Making

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      American Psychological Association

      Better Writing

      Skills you'll gain: Writing, Literacy, Editing, Proofreading, Productivity, Critical Thinking, Organizational Skills, Self-Motivation, Brainstorming, Diversity Awareness, Creativity

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Speaking and Presenting: Tact

      Skills you'll gain: Tactfulness, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Storytelling, Communication Strategies, Constructive Feedback, Interpersonal Communications, Empathy, Social Skills, Professionalism

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      41 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      SAS

      Machine Learning Under the Hood: The Technical Tips, Tricks, and Pitfalls

      Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Machine Learning, Data Ethics, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Modeling, Supervised Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Science, Machine Learning Algorithms, Decision Tree Learning, Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Performance Analysis, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      64 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Relay Graduate School of Education

      Teaching Character and Creating Positive Classrooms

      Skills you'll gain: Student Engagement, Positivity, Teaching, Education and Training, Classroom Management, Pedagogy, Curriculum Planning, Lesson Planning, Personal Attributes, Working With Children, Course Development, Growth Mindedness, Childhood Education and Development, Optimism, Research, Empowerment, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Persistence, Rapport Building

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      958 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Sales Strategies and Techniques

      Skills you'll gain: Selling Techniques, Sales Strategy, Overcoming Objections, Closing (Sales), Sales Process, Customer Engagement, Sales Presentation, Solution Selling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Customer Relationship Building, Value Propositions, Competitive Analysis, Price Negotiation, Rapport Building, Active Listening

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Storytelling and Persuading with Data and Digital Technology

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Digital Transformation, Persuasive Communication, Data Science, Storytelling, Influencing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Customer Engagement, Presentations, Analytics, Customer Insights

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      التحدث والتواصل بثقة | Communicating With Confidence

      Skills you'll gain: Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Active Listening, Rapport Building, Non-Verbal Communication, Assertiveness, Interpersonal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Stress Management

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      173 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Inglés Empresarial: el márketing y ventas

      Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentations, Graphic Design, Brainstorming, Verbal Communication Skills, Presentations, Communication, English Language, Advertising, Business Correspondence, Public Speaking, Persuasive Communication, Business Writing, Marketing Communications, Business Communication, Business Marketing, Communication Strategies, Marketing, Marketing Psychology, Professional Networking, Vocabulary

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      324 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Simplilearn

      Strategies for Paid Campaigns

      Skills you'll gain: Google Analytics, Marketing Budgets, Pay Per Click Advertising, Digital Marketing, Paid media, Google Ads, Marketing Strategies, Digital Advertising, Driving engagement, Campaign Management, Web Analytics, Online Advertising, Advertising Campaigns, Budget Management, Bidding, Marketing Analytics, Lead Generation, Facebook, A/B Testing, Consumer Behaviour

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Managing Conflicts with Cultural and Emotional Intelligence

      Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Conflict Management, Cultural Diversity, Stakeholder Management, Team Management, Communication, Social Skills, Teamwork, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Collaboration, Interpersonal Communications, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Decision Making

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Washington

      Speaking to Inspire: Ceremonial and Motivational Speeches

      Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Motivational Skills, Performing Arts, Constructive Feedback, Writing, Leadership

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      182 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Digital Trends: AI, Metaverse, Persuasive Tech & Blockchain: University of California, Davis
    • Better Writing: American Psychological Association
    • Speaking and Presenting: Tact: University of Michigan
    • Machine Learning Under the Hood: The Technical Tips, Tricks, and Pitfalls: SAS
    • Teaching Character and Creating Positive Classrooms : Relay Graduate School of Education
    • Sales Strategies and Techniques: Packt
    • Storytelling and Persuading with Data and Digital Technology: University of Maryland, College Park
    • التحدث والتواصل بثقة | Communicating With Confidence: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Inglés Empresarial: el márketing y ventas: Arizona State University
    • Strategies for Paid Campaigns: Simplilearn

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