Executive Presence and Influence: Persuasive Leadership Development

Master leadership skills to inspire, empower and influence outcomes
Inquiring For
Total Work Experience

STARTS ON

August 21, 2025

DURATION

6 weeks, online

4-6 hours per week

PROGRAM FEE

US$2,870US$2,554

FOR TEAMS

Enroll your team and learn with your peers

Overview

The demands on today’s executive leadership have accelerated. This means that present and future leaders must display C-suite readiness, shape opinion, and mobilize teams to deliver to new standards. This program provides the necessary tools to develop executive presence into meaningful influence. It is a tool to craft an impactful presence through the strategic application of persuasive techniques, including personal growth, building a diverse network, and effectively communicating your vision.

15.4 times

the likelihood of employees to be high performers if they report to effective managers
SOURCE: GARTNER HR SURVEY, 2023

13 times

the rate at which companies with effective leadership outperform their competition
SOURCE: HARVARD BUSINESS REVIEW

Faculty Insights

Get a firsthand look at how this program helps you lead with confidence, presence, and impact.

    Key Takeaways

    Leadership may come naturally to some, but it is imperative to develop skills and strategies to help leaders build a team capable of meeting the demands of an increasingly challenging environment. By the end of this program, you will be able to:

    • Enhance mindset and behaviors to expand presence as an impactful leader

    • Understand the critical principles of effective leadership

    • Analyze rhetorical strategy towards shaping the ability to advance agendas

    • Apply strategic consideration to networking opportunities as well as build and maintain authentic connections

    • Construct a personal leadership narrative to set actionable goals

    Program Modules

    In this program, our world-class faculty will guide you through the journey of discovering your true leadership potential to realize your vision and goals as a C-suite member.

    Program Experience

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    Video lectures
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    Live webinars
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    Real-world examples
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    Assignments and case studies
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    Polls and quizzes
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    Playbook activities
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    Peer review and discussion

    Wharton’s Executive Presence and Influence in Action

    With Wharton’s Executive Presence and Influence program, you will be ready to display your leadership skills in real time with real impact. During the program, you will receive relevant tools to create your leadership narrative through:

    • Informal influence Recognize the factors influencing your ability to achieve meaningful impact

    • Communication of vision — Use your vision for your future self to strategize your success

    • Informal networks — Identify techniques to diversify your network strategically

    • Leadership narrative — Strengthen your leadership presence

    • Framework for persuasion — Understand the foundations of successful persuasion

    This program features 6 months of free Premium Access to Emeritus Insights—a mobile app with 5,000+ bite-sized, business-focused videos to help you meet your daily learning goals on the go.

    Program Faculty

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    Michael Useem

    William and Jacalyn Egan Professor of Management; Director, Wharton Center for Leadership and Change Management

    Michael Useem is professor of Management and faculty director of the Center for Leadership and Change Management and McNulty Leadership Program at the Wharton School, Universi...

    Cade Massey
    Cade Massey

    Practice Professor, Operations, Information and Decisions, The Wharton School

    Cade Massey is a practice professor in the Wharton School’s Operations, Information, and Decisions Department. He received his PhD from the University of Chicago and taught at...

    Certificate

    Certificate

    Upon successful completion of the program, you will earn a digital certificate of completion from the Wharton School.

    Note: After successful completion of the online program, your verified digital certificate will be emailed to you in the name you used when registering for the program. All certificate images are for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change at the discretion of the Wharton School.

    This online certificate program does not grant academic credit or a degree from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.

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    Financing Options

    Early Registration Benefit
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    US$2,870

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    Enroll before July 31, 2025 at 11:59 PM and get upto 11% tuition assistance.

    Payment Plans
    Pay in 3 installments

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    US$989

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    Invite a Colleague
    Amplify your impact

    Receive US$250

    For each referral when you invite colleagues to the program.

    For Organizations
    Team-Based Learning

    • Upskill with programs from the world's top universities

    • Customize skill building across all levels of your business

    • Leverage the 90% completion rate of cohort-based learning

    Will Your Employer Sponsor Your Learning?

    Many organizations have historically sponsored their employees for our executive education programs. Please check with your employer if they can cover your fee. We can assist you with the necessary documentation and support.

    • Preparing Your Pitch

      If you require company approval, we offer a customizable email template that you can use to show how the program will contribute to your growth.

    • Invoice Requirements

      An invoice will be issued to you after payment. If you require any customization, our advisory team can assist you.

    • Part/Full Sponsorship

      Our advisors are here to support you throughout the reimbursement process, whether your company covers the fee fully or partially.

    • Additional Questions

      Should your employer require specific information to approve your reimbursement, our advisory team is well-equipped to help you.

    FAQs

    Didn't find what you were looking for? Write to us at learner.success@emeritus.org or Schedule a call with one of our Program Advisors or call us at +1 680 205 5118 (US) / +44 185 845 9995 (UK) / +65 3135 1422 (SG)

    Flexible payment options available.

    Starts On August 21, 2025