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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Global Impact: Multiculturalism

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Marketing, Cultural Diversity, Workplace inclusivity, Consumer Behaviour, Cultural Sensitivity, Global Marketing, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Responsiveness, Marketing, Advertising, Team Leadership, Target Market, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategies, Branding, Communication Strategies

    Build toward a degree

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Digital Footprint

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media, Data Management, Information Management, Goal Setting, Decision Making, Critical Thinking

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    663 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Harvard Business Review

    Communicate with Polish

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Data Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Communication, Concision, Business Writing, Grammar, Storytelling, Organizational Skills

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    TikTok Effects: Sound & Visuals

    Skills you'll gain: TikTok, Video Editing, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Storytelling, Video Production, Content Creation, Multimedia, Trend Analysis, Driving engagement

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Generative AI: Impact on Business and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Consumer Behaviour, Responsible AI, Business Risk Management, Business Operations, Risk Analysis, Generative AI, Social Sciences, Safety Standards, Environmental Issue, Governance, Leadership and Management

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    50 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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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    Coursera Project Network

    Target specific user demographics in your followers campaign

    Skills you'll gain: Campaign Management, Target Audience, Social Media Campaigns, Market Research, User Research, Performance Metric, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Market Analysis

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Impact of Exercise on Weight Loss

    Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Physical Stamina, Mental Health, Stress Management, Health Assessment, Nutrition and Diet, Health And Wellness Coaching

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Facebook Communities: Maximize Interaction

    Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Drive Engagement, Social Media Management, Social Media Content, Community Development, Discussion Facilitation, Content Strategy

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Globalização, Impacto Social e Mundo Digital

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Sustainable Business, Internet Of Things, Emerging Technologies, Cultural Diversity, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Payment Systems, FinTech, Business Technologies, International Relations, Blockchain, Business Strategies, International Finance, Digital Assets, Global Marketing, Socioeconomics, Performance Measurement, World History, Investments

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    emlyon business school

    Effectuation : l'entrepreneuriat pour tous

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Dealing With Ambiguity, Business, Stakeholder Management, Creative Problem-Solving, Business Strategies, Risk Management, Decision Making, Self-Starter, Resource Management, Adaptability

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

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    The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    Psychology of Popularity

    Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Psychology, Social Sciences, Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Sociology, Child Development, Biology, Research

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Global Impact: Multiculturalism: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Digital Footprint: The University of Edinburgh
  • Communicate with Polish: Harvard Business Review
  • TikTok Effects: Sound & Visuals: Coursera
  • Generative AI: Impact on Business and Society: University of Michigan
  • Speaking to Inspire: Ceremonial and Motivational Speeches: University of Washington
  • Target specific user demographics in your followers campaign: Coursera Project Network
  • Impact of Exercise on Weight Loss: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • Facebook Communities: Maximize Interaction: Coursera
  • Globalização, Impacto Social e Mundo Digital: Fundação Instituto de Administração

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