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    Find the Best Leadership Course for Your Goals

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      University of Michigan

      Healthcare Management and Finance

      Skills you'll gain: Health Care Administration, Clinical Leadership, Community Health, Financial Statements, Mergers & Acquisitions, Capital Budgeting, Price Negotiation, Financial Accounting, Public Health, Financial Statement Analysis, Human Resources Management and Planning, Strategic Decision-Making, Financial Analysis, Health Systems, Electronic Medical Record, Financial Management, Marketing Communications, Return On Investment, Balance Sheet, Resource Utilization

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      82 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Assessment for Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Data Mining, Education Software and Technology, Program Evaluation, Analytics, Intelligence Collection and Analysis, Data Ethics, Predictive Modeling, Data Access, Natural Language Processing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      293 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Introducción al mundo de las negociaciones

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Active Listening, Leadership, Relationship Building, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Conflict Management, Strategic Thinking, Cultural Diversity, Global Marketing, Emerging Technologies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      747 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      Universidade Estadual de Campinas

      Conceitos Básicos de Logística e Supply Chain

      Skills you'll gain: Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Transportation Management, Logistics, Inventory Management System, Supply Chain, Inventory Control, Supply Chain Management, Service Level, Order Management, Demand Planning, Performance Measurement, Forecasting

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      421 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Personal Branding: Stand Out and Succeed

      Skills you'll gain: Brand Strategy, Branding, Brand Awareness, Brand Management, Personal Attributes, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Storytelling, Value Propositions, Emotional Intelligence, Creativity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      148 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      U

      University of London

      Management Skills for International Business

      Skills you'll gain: Change Management, Verbal Communication Skills, Team Building, Team Management, Team Motivation, Leadership, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Business Leadership, Business Management, Employee Engagement, Stakeholder Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      727 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Y

      Yonsei University

      Understanding Korean Politics

      Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Social Studies, Policy Analysis, Economic Development, Social Sciences, International Relations, Diplomacy, Economics, Governance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      274 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • P

      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Buenas Prácticas en Libre Competencia

      Skills you'll gain: Compliance Management, Compliance Training, Regulatory Compliance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Competitive Analysis, Corporate Strategy, Market Dynamics, Business Ethics, Mergers & Acquisitions, Risk Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      492 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of California, Irvine

      إدارة المشروع: أساسيات النجاح

      Skills you'll gain: Team Leadership, Team Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Project Management, Project Controls, Project Performance, Project Planning, Project Management Life Cycle, Team Building, Knowledge Transfer, Stakeholder Communications, Performance Reporting, Goal Setting

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Arizona State University

      Workplace Culture for Everyone

      Skills you'll gain: Empathy, Team Leadership, Compassion, Influencing, Emotional Intelligence, Team Building, Leadership, Teamwork, Social Skills, Leadership and Management, Self-Awareness, Media and Communications, Digital Communications, Interpersonal Communications, Decision Making, Independent Thinking, Open Mindset, Conflict Management, Accountability, De-escalation Techniques

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      65 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      SkillUp EdTech

      Project Lifecycle, Information Sharing, and Risk Management

      Skills you'll gain: Project Management Life Cycle, Risk Management, Project Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Project Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Communication Strategies, Risk Analysis, Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Agile Methodology, Backlogs, Conflict Management, Project Documentation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      198 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Google

      Google Project Management

      Skills you'll gain: Backlogs, Quality Management, Project Closure, Project Planning, Scope Management, Team Management, Agile Project Management, Budget Management, Project Risk Management, Milestones (Project Management), Team Leadership, Communication Planning, Project Scoping, Agile Software Development, Product Roadmaps, Sprint Retrospectives, Project Schedules, Project Management Life Cycle, Change Management, Project Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      358 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Healthcare Management and Finance: University of Michigan
    • Assessment for Learning: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Introducción al mundo de las negociaciones: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Conceitos Básicos de Logística e Supply Chain: Universidade Estadual de Campinas
    • Personal Branding: Stand Out and Succeed : University of Michigan
    • Management Skills for International Business: University of London
    • Understanding Korean Politics: Yonsei University
    • Buenas Prácticas en Libre Competencia: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • إدارة المشروع: أساسيات النجاح: University of California, Irvine
    • Workplace Culture for Everyone: Arizona State University

    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)
    Planning (24)
    Modeling (17)
    Analytics (16)
    Human Resources (16)
    Decision-making (15)
    Change Management (14)
    Innovation (14)
    Negotiation (14)
    Human Resource Management (13)

    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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