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      Kotter

      Kotter's Change Framework: Accelerators 5-8

      Skills you'll gain: Change Management, Organizational Change, Culture Transformation, Business Transformation, Overcoming Obstacles, Systems Thinking, Organizational Structure, Goal Setting, Leadership, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Employee Engagement

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      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnKartS

      PgMP® Performance Domains - Governance and Lifecycle

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Program Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Stakeholder Management, Project Management Office (PMO), Project Closure, Governance, Project Management, Benefits Administration, Resource Management, Change Management, Risk Management

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      UBITS

      Comunicación efectiva para liderar equipos de trabajo

      Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Team Motivation, Communication, Trustworthiness, Relationship Building, Team Leadership, Personal Development, Professional Development, Team Building, Interpersonal Communications, Leadership, Non-Verbal Communication, Management Training And Development, Active Listening, Emotional Intelligence

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Product Design for the Circular Economy

      Skills you'll gain: Business Leadership, Reverse Logistics, Waste Minimization, Product Design, Industrial Design, Environmental Engineering, Product Lifecycle Management, Process Engineering, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Science, Environment and Resource Management, Material Handling

      Build toward a degree

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

      Growing Team Members

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Team Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Team Building, People Development, Leadership Development, Employee Coaching, Professional Development, Growth Mindedness, Cognitive flexibility, Empowerment, Growth Strategies

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

      Setting Clear Expectations

      Skills you'll gain: Recognizing Others, Team Leadership, Employee Coaching, Team Motivation, Constructive Feedback, Team Management, Expectation Management, Leadership, Internal Communications, Employee Engagement, Communication Strategies

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Crea Una Encuesta con Microsoft Forms

      Skills you'll gain: Employee Surveys, User Feedback, Editing, Data Analysis Software

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Software Engineering Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Software Development Tools, Software Development Methodologies, Agile Project Management, Agile Methodology, Software Engineering, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Innovation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Liderar equipes

      Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Team Management, Team Leadership, Team Performance Management, Trustworthiness, Conflict Management, Collaboration, People Management, Willingness To Learn, Goal Setting, Organizational Structure, Diversity and Inclusion, Adaptability

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad de Palermo

      Gestión de la diversidad

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Programs, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cultural Diversity, Diversity and Inclusion, Intercultural Competence, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Sensitivity, Business Transformation, Safety Culture, Organizational Development, Organizational Leadership, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Corporate Sustainability, Innovation, Leadership, Human Resource Policies, Change Management, Communication

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Meta Ads Manager for Beginners: GenAI Feature Integration

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Advertising, Campaign Management, Advertising Campaigns, Marketing, Social Media Campaigns, Marketing Management, Generative AI Agents, Budget Management, Target Audience

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      What Are Service-Level Agreements (SLAs)?

      Skills you'll gain: Service Level Agreement, Service Level, Performance Measurement, Vendor Contracts, Customer Service, Cloud Services, Business Relationship Management, Client Services, Cloud Storage, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Contract Negotiation, Performance Reporting, Negotiation, Communication

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Kotter's Change Framework: Accelerators 5-8: Kotter
    • PgMP® Performance Domains - Governance and Lifecycle: LearnKartS
    • Comunicación efectiva para liderar equipos de trabajo: UBITS
    • Product Design for the Circular Economy: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Growing Team Members: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
    • Setting Clear Expectations: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
    • Crea Una Encuesta con Microsoft Forms: Coursera Project Network
    • GenAI for Software Engineering Teams: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Liderar equipes: University of Michigan
    • Gestión de la diversidad: Universidad de Palermo

    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

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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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