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      Multiple educators

      Sustainable and Resilient Operations and Supply Chains

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainability Reporting, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Manufacturing Operations, Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Labor Compliance, Engineering Management, Compliance Management, Logistics Management, Business Reporting, Business Leadership, Reverse Logistics, Business Technologies, Supplier Management, Product Design, Waste Minimization

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Creating a Healthy Culture: Addressing Workplace Bullying

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Relationship Building, Professionalism, Social Skills, Professional Development, Communication, Staff Management, Emotional Intelligence, Interpersonal Communications, Empathy, Diversity and Inclusion, Employee Engagement, Stress Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Liderança Estratégica

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Leadership, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Business Ethics, People Development, Organizational Change, Business Strategy, Innovation, Change Management, Culture, Decision Making

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Establish Company Training Initiatives with Canvas

      Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Developing Training Materials, Organizational Skills, Employee Training, Training and Development, Learning Management Systems, Content Management, Content Creation

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Criatividade e Inovação Organizacional

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Operational Excellence, Value Propositions, Design Thinking, Business Strategies, Customer experience strategy (CX), Business Process Automation, Emerging Technologies

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Fundamentals of Cross-Functional Collaboration

      Skills you'll gain: Cross-Functional Collaboration, Collaboration, Cooperation, Teamwork, Team Leadership, Self-Awareness, Leadership, Relationship Building, Empathy, Communication

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Getting Started with Asana

      Skills you'll gain: Project Management Software, Accountability, Organizational Skills, Project Coordination, Timelines, Management Reporting, Collaborative Software, User Accounts, Stakeholder Communications

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
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      Amazon Web Services

      Generative AI for Executives

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Amazon Web Services, Emerging Technologies, Business Transformation, Technical Communication, Business Leadership, Workforce Development, Business Strategy

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Business Partner e o Papel dos Agentes na Gestão de RH

      Skills you'll gain: Team Performance Management, Team Management, Business Transformation, Business Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resources, Organizational Leadership, Culture Transformation, Leadership Development, Leadership, Organizational Development

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Alberta

      How to be a People Leader

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Diversity and Inclusion, Leadership and Management, People Management, Rapport Building, Leadership, Occupational Safety And Health, Leadership Development, Communication, Professionalism, Collaboration, Safety Culture, Stress Management, Empathy, Employee Engagement, Mental Health, Compassion, Active Listening

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Aprende y diseña una presentacion atractiva con PowerPoint

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft PowerPoint, Presentations, Sales Presentations, Business Communication, Productivity Software, Writing, Microsoft 365, Editing, Technical Communication

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Northeastern University

      Intro to Managing Healthcare Supply Chain Operations

      Skills you'll gain: Quality Management, Lean Methodologies, Process Improvement, Operations Management, Performance Improvement, Supply Chain Management, Business Process, Waste Minimization, Operational Efficiency, Process Mapping, Project Management, Six Sigma Methodology, Healthcare Industry Knowledge

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Sustainable and Resilient Operations and Supply Chains: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Creating a Healthy Culture: Addressing Workplace Bullying: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Liderança Estratégica: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Establish Company Training Initiatives with Canvas: Coursera Project Network
    • Criatividade e Inovação Organizacional: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Fundamentals of Cross-Functional Collaboration: University of Colorado System
    • Getting Started with Asana: Coursera Project Network
    • Generative AI for Executives: Amazon Web Services
    • Business Partner e o Papel dos Agentes na Gestão de RH: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • How to be a People Leader: University of Alberta

    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)
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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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