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    • M

      Microsoft

      Voice of Change: Communicate with Teams for GenAI Adoption

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Business Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Product Strategy, Talent Management, Business Strategies, Corporate Strategy, Generative AI, Security Strategy, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Machine Learning, Communication Strategies

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Competencias clave para profesionales de Recursos Humanos

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Resilience, Human Resources, Organizational Leadership, Culture Transformation, People Management, Adaptability, Leadership, Virtual Teams, Telecommuting, Workforce Management, Digital Transformation

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      Università di Napoli Federico II

      Derivatives

      Skills you'll gain: Derivatives, Financial Market, Securities (Finance), Financial Trading, Finance, Actuarial Science, Investments, Futures Exchange, Equities, Risk Modeling, Financial Modeling, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software, Probability

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Projects Management, Tracking, and Invoicing using Harvest

      Skills you'll gain: Project Management Software, Project Accounting, Billing & Invoicing, Financial Reporting, Project Coordination, Expense Management, Payment Processing

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      8 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      F

      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Diversidade e Inovação na Prática: Casos de Sucesso

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Leadership, Leadership Development, Strategic Leadership, Team Leadership, Diversity and Inclusion, Innovation, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Employee Engagement

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      New
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      U

      University of Michigan

      Human Capital: Foundations and Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Human Capital, Human Resources, Human Resource Strategy, HR Tech, People Analytics, Employee Engagement, Workforce Development, Compensation Management, Compensation Strategy, Employee Retention, Legal Risk, Labor Law, Organizational Leadership, Health And Safety Standards, Communication Strategies

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      G

      Google Cloud

      Modernize Infrastructure and Applications with Google Cloud - 日本語版

      Skills you'll gain: Application Programming Interface (API), Cloud Infrastructure, Serverless Computing, Google Cloud Platform, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Google App Engine, Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Management, Containerization, Cloud Applications, Cloud Computing, Multi-Cloud, Microservices, Application Development, Virtual Machines

      4
      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      IE Business School

      Building Culture in a Scale Up

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Team Building, Culture Transformation, Governance, Corporate Strategy, Employee Onboarding, Compliance Management, Go To Market Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Recruitment Strategies, Employee Retention, Organizational Leadership

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      A

      Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

      Recognizing Team Members

      Skills you'll gain: Recognizing Others, Leadership Development, Team Motivation, Team Leadership, Team Management, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Employee Engagement, Open Mindset

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Conflict Resolution & Mediation: Managing Workplace Harmony

      Skills you'll gain: Mediation, Conflict Management, Team Building, Emotional Intelligence, Professionalism, Collaboration, Negotiation, Trustworthiness, De-escalation Techniques, Root Cause Analysis, Communication Strategies, Problem Solving, Active Listening, Adaptability

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Universidad Austral

      Gestión innovadora: transformando instituciones educativas

      Skills you'll gain: Student-Centred Learning, Education Software and Technology, Innovation, Curriculum Development, Pedagogy, Organizational Change, Leadership, Learning Styles, Team Building, Continuous Improvement Process

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Create a presentation with Microsoft SWAY

      Skills you'll gain: Multimedia, Web Content, Creative Design, Content Creation, Storytelling

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Voice of Change: Communicate with Teams for GenAI Adoption: Microsoft
    • Competencias clave para profesionales de Recursos Humanos: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Derivatives: Università di Napoli Federico II
    • Projects Management, Tracking, and Invoicing using Harvest: Coursera Project Network
    • Diversidade e Inovação na Prática: Casos de Sucesso: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Human Capital: Foundations and Essentials: University of Michigan
    • Modernize Infrastructure and Applications with Google Cloud - 日本語版: Google Cloud
    • Building Culture in a Scale Up: IE Business School
    • Recognizing Team Members: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
    • Conflict Resolution & Mediation: Managing Workplace Harmony: Coursera Instructor Network

    Why Learn Leadership?

    Leadership involves setting direction, motivating others, and creating environments where people can succeed. It’s essential across industries—from business and education to healthcare and technology. Learning leadership can help you develop communication, decision-making, and emotional intelligence skills to lead with confidence and impact.

    Skills you can learn in Leadership And Management

    Leadership (53)
    Project Management (30)
    Plan (25)
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    Decision-making (15)
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    Frequently Asked Questions about Leadership

    Top leadership courses include Leading People and Teams from the University of Michigan, Strategic Leadership and Management from the University of Illinois, and Organizational Leadership from Northwestern University. These programs cover emotional intelligence, strategic thinking, team dynamics, and inclusive leadership practices.‎

    Yes. Many leadership courses offer a free audit option, allowing you to access video lessons and readings at no cost. If you’d like to earn a certificate or complete graded assignments, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how to motivate teams, manage conflict, communicate with clarity, make strategic decisions, and build trust. Some courses also include frameworks for organizational change, personal leadership development, and cross-cultural communication.‎

    Not at all. Coursera offers leadership courses for learners at every level—from aspiring leaders to senior managers. Beginner courses focus on core principles, while advanced programs address executive strategy and organizational leadership.‎

    Yes. Leadership skills are highly valued across industries. Coursera’s leadership courses can help you build confidence, lead more effectively, and demonstrate your growth with a recognized certificate—whether you’re seeking a promotion, switching careers, or strengthening your role as a leader.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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