Free Online Persuasion Courses & MOOCs

Coursera

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Leadership and Influence (Coursera)

Management & Leadership

Transform yourself into an influential leader with our 'Leadership and Influence' course. Designed for those ready to take charge and make a difference, this course equips you with the tools needed to influence others, negotiate effectively, resolve conflicts, and plan for personal and professional growth. Start your journey towards becoming a respected leader today.

Jun 8th 2026

4 Weeks

Leadership Leader Conversations

Coursera

University of Pennsylvania

Influence (Coursera)

Management & Leadership

Unlock the secrets to becoming a more influential leader with 'Influence', an insightful online course offered by Coursera. Taught by Professor Cade Massey of the Wharton School, this program will equip you with the skills needed to navigate power dynamics, build effective networks, and enhance your persuasion abilities.

Jun 8th 2026

4 Weeks

Social Networks Influence Persuasion

Coursera

University of Michigan

Writing and Editing: Drafting (Coursera)

Personal and Professional Development

Embark on a journey to conquer the daunting task of writing with 'Writing and Editing: Drafting'. This third installment in the 'Good with Words' series focuses on effective drafting techniques that will help you start, progress, and complete your writing projects. Learn from expert writers and gain valuable insights into freewriting, planning fallacy, temptation bundling, and more.

Jun 8th 2026

4 Weeks

Writing Creativity Time Management

Coursera

Wesleyan University

Social Psychology (Coursera)

Health & Society

Explore classic and contemporary theories in social psychology with this engaging online course from Coursera. Delve into the science behind human behavior, decision-making processes, influence and persuasion, dynamics within groups, and how interpersonal relationships shape our lives. This course is perfect for anyone curious about why people act the way they do and how to apply psychological principles to improve personal health and social interactions.

Jun 8th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Health Psychology Behavior

Coursera

University of Michigan

Writing and Editing: Revising (Coursera)

Personal and Professional Development

In this final course of the 'Good with Words: Writing and Editing' series on Coursera, you'll dive deep into the crucial process of revising your writing. From understanding the differences between editing and proofreading to mastering the art of making data and statistics engaging, this course is designed to refine your skills in crafting clear and compelling content. You'll also learn a structured approach for giving and receiving feedback that will help streamline your revision process.

Jun 8th 2026

4 Weeks

Personal Development Writing Creativity

Coursera

University of Pennsylvania

Removing Barriers to Change (Coursera)

Business

Embark on a transformative journey with 'Removing Barriers to Change'. This course is designed for individuals and organizations seeking to navigate the complexities of change effectively. Discover how to identify and dismantle obstacles to change, motivate others to embrace new ideas, and create an environment conducive to transformation.

Jun 8th 2026

4 Weeks

Business Change Influence

Coursera

University of Washington

Speaking to persuade: Motivating audiences with solid arguments and moving language (Coursera)

Personal and Professional Development

Discover the secrets to effective persuasion in this comprehensive online course, 'Speaking to Persuade: Motivating Audiences with Solid Arguments and Moving Language.' Whether you're a professional seeking to enhance your communication skills or an individual aiming to make a lasting impact, this course will equip you with the tools needed to persuade and motivate any audience.

Jun 1st 2026

5-12 Weeks

Motivation Communication Public Speaking

Coursera

Macquarie University

Storytelling and influencing: Communicate with impact (Coursera)

Marketing & Communication Business

Discover how to transform your leadership skills by mastering the art of storytelling and influence. This course will teach you powerful communication strategies to convey your organizational vision, engage your team, and drive change effectively. Learn from experts in the field and apply these techniques to become a more persuasive and influential leader.

Jun 1st 2026

5-12 Weeks

Communication Storytelling Persuasion

Coursera

University of Michigan

Writing and Editing: Structure and Organization (Coursera)

Personal and Professional Development

Dive into the second part of the Good with Words: Writing and Editing series where you'll learn the art of structuring information effectively. This course focuses on developing your skills to architect sentences and paragraphs, understanding that 'show, don't tell' is just one piece of the puzzle. You'll gain insights into how skilled writers balance showing and telling to create compelling narratives.

Jun 1st 2026

4 Weeks

Writing Creativity Time Management