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    • U

      University of Maryland, College Park

      Leading with Power Skills: Building Self-Awareness in Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Professional Development, Goal Setting, Leadership Development, Emotional Intelligence, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Decision Making, Adaptability, Dealing With Ambiguity

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      N

      National Taiwan University

      職場素養 (Professionalism)

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Professionalism, Verbal Communication Skills, Professional Development, Emotional Intelligence, Communication, Business Correspondence, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Executive Presence, Leadership, Active Listening, Non-Verbal Communication, Lifelong Learning, Empathy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      430 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado System

      Become a Sustainable Business Change Agent

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainability Reporting, Corporate Sustainability, Organizational Change, Business Reporting, Proposal Development, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Supply Chain Management, Sales Presentation, Leadership and Management, Environmental Issue, Change Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Financial Analysis, Energy and Utilities, Systems Thinking, Business Transformation, Stakeholder Management, Occupational Safety And Health, Proposal Writing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      351 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • H

      HubSpot Academy

      Sales Training: Inbound Business Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Prospecting and Qualification, Lead Generation, Consumer Behaviour, Sales Enablement, Sales Management, Service Level Agreement, Sales Strategy, Sales Process, Sales, Customer Acquisition Management, Content Marketing, Business Strategy, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Retention

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      116 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • W

      West Virginia University

      Sales Force Management

      Skills you'll gain: Recruitment, Training Programs, Sales Training, Sales Management, Talent Recruitment, Employee Training, Performance Appraisal, Team Motivation, Interviewing Skills, Job Analysis, Employee Performance Management, Goal Setting

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      106 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Global Marketing: Building Iconic Brands

      Skills you'll gain: Global Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Planning, Strategic Marketing, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Promotional Strategies, Brand Awareness, Market Analysis, Brand Management, Cultural Diversity, Product Marketing

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      114 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      E

      ESSEC Business School

      Animer une séance collaborative

      Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Collaboration, Organizational Skills, Drive Engagement, Teamwork, Innovation, Conflict Management, Decision Making

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      558 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • S

      Starweaver

      Fundamentals of Effective Team Management

      Skills you'll gain: Team Management, Team Leadership, Team Building, People Management, Conflict Management, Collaboration, Diversity and Inclusion, Talent Recruitment, Employee Engagement, Employee Performance Management, Time Management, Active Listening, Constructive Feedback

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      51 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Michigan

      AI for Creative Work

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Generative AI, Legal Risk, Artificial Intelligence, Art History, Creativity, Risk Analysis, Image Analysis, OpenAI, Business Risk Management, Prompt Engineering, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Innovation, Environmental Issue, Design Software, ChatGPT, Corporate Sustainability, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Music History

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      31 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      I

      IBM

      GenAI for Execs & Business Leaders: Formulate Your Use Case

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Risk Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Feasibility Studies, Brainstorming, Generative AI Agents, Business Priorities, Goal Setting, Business Solutions, Ideation, Innovation, Strategic Decision-Making

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      43 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Case Western Reserve University

      Leading Positive Change through Appreciative Inquiry

      Skills you'll gain: Leadership, Organizational Change, Organizational Development, Organizational Leadership, Empowerment, Culture Transformation, Drive Engagement, Positivity, Business Transformation, Change Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Positive Behavior Support, Stakeholder Engagement, Employee Engagement, Storytelling, Interviewing Skills

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      283 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Leading Oneself with Self-Knowledge

      Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Time Management, Decision Making, Cognitive flexibility, Productivity, Leadership, Critical Thinking, Psychology, Adaptability

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      58 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Leading with Power Skills: Building Self-Awareness in Teams: University of Maryland, College Park
    • 職場素養 (Professionalism) : National Taiwan University
    • Become a Sustainable Business Change Agent: University of Colorado System
    • Sales Training: Inbound Business Strategy: HubSpot Academy
    • Sales Force Management: West Virginia University
    • Global Marketing: Building Iconic Brands: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Animer une séance collaborative: ESSEC Business School
    • Fundamentals of Effective Team Management: Starweaver
    • AI for Creative Work: University of Michigan
    • GenAI for Execs & Business Leaders: Formulate Your Use Case: IBM

    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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    Modeling (17)
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    Human Resources (16)
    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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