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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Improving Customer Retention

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Retention, Loyalty Programs, Customer Relationship Management, Brand Loyalty, Customer experience improvement, Customer Engagement, Customer Relationship Building, Customer Service, Consumer Behaviour, User Feedback, Marketing Strategies, Service Improvement, Personalized Service, Strategic Marketing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      33 reviews

      Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Universidades AnƔhuac

      Liderazgo efectivo y colaboración con inteligencia emocional

      Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Team Management, Productivity, Team Building, Teamwork, Leadership Development, Collaboration, Initiative and Leadership, Conflict Management, Leadership, Motivational Skills, Employee Engagement, Self-Awareness, Communication

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      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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      Imperial College London

      Introduction to Quality Improvement in Healthcare

      Skills you'll gain: Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Patient Safety, Health Systems, Community Health, Health Care, Patient Education and Support, Cultural Responsiveness, Leadership, Risk Analysis, Planning, Overcoming Obstacles

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      38 reviews

      Mixed Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Introduction to AI: Key Concepts and Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Performance Metric, Strategic Leadership, Strategic Decision-Making, Data Quality, Applied Machine Learning, Data Ethics, Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Algorithms, Artificial Neural Networks, Data Validation, Random Forest Algorithm, Resource Utilization, System Requirements

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Florida

      Fixing Healthcare Delivery

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Organizational Change, Health Systems, Lean Methodologies, Patient Flow, Care Coordination, Accident Prevention, Change Management, Leadership, Quality Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, Continuous Improvement Process, Team Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      136 reviews

      Mixed Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      IE Business School

      Scale Up Your Startup

      Skills you'll gain: Growth Strategies, Entrepreneurship, Diversity and Inclusion, Team Building, Culture Transformation, Performance Measurement, Governance, Business Risk Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Corporate Strategy, Employee Onboarding, Go To Market Strategy, Risk Management, Sales Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Compliance Management, Product Management, Sales Strategy, Market Share, Process Development

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Intermediate Ā· Specialization Ā· 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of California, Irvine

      Esports Teams and Professional Players

      Skills you'll gain: Contract Negotiation, Media and Communications, Journalism, Contract Management, Live Streaming, Content Creation, Social Media, Team Management, Marketing, Compensation Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      84 reviews

      Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Cómo inspirar y a motivar personas

      Skills you'll gain: Team Motivation, Visionary, Motivational Skills, Goal Setting, Constructive Feedback, Employee Performance Management, Organizational Leadership, Performance Review, Leadership, Team Management, Team Leadership, Team Building, Drive Engagement, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Employee Engagement, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      189 reviews

      Mixed Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Estrategias y estilos de negociación      

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Business Leadership, Communication Strategies, Strategic Planning, Relationship Building, Decision Making, Intercultural Competence

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      117 reviews

      Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Compromiso del paciente: resultados clĆ­nicos satisfactorios

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Leadership, Patient Safety, Patient Education And Counseling, Primary Care, Healthcare Ethics, Health Care, Preventative Care, Care Coordination, Health Care Administration, Patient Education and Support, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Health Disparities, Health Technology, Health Systems, Professionalism, Psychosocial Assessments, Nutrition and Diet, Science and Research, Clinical Research, Medical Science and Research

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      42 reviews

      Beginner Ā· Specialization Ā· 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      SkillUp EdTech

      Program Management: Framework, Strategy, and Planning

      Skills you'll gain: Program Management, Organizational Strategy, Risk Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management, Benefits Administration, Strategic Planning, Risk Analysis, Portfolio Management, Stakeholder Management, Change Management, Governance, Project Closure, Decision Making

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      London Business School

      Introduction to Digital Transformation: Change & Disruption

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Business Transformation, Organizational Change, Change Management, Innovation, Business Strategy, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Emerging Technologies, Business Technologies, Business Modeling, Operational Efficiency

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      44 reviews

      Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Improving Customer Retention:Ā Coursera Instructor Network
    • Liderazgo efectivo y colaboración con inteligencia emocional:Ā Universidades AnĆ”huac
    • Introduction to Quality Improvement in Healthcare :Ā Imperial College London
    • Introduction to AI: Key Concepts and Applications:Ā Johns Hopkins University
    • Fixing Healthcare Delivery:Ā University of Florida
    • Scale Up Your Startup:Ā IE Business School
    • Esports Teams and Professional Players:Ā University of California, Irvine
    • Cómo inspirar y a motivar personas:Ā University of Michigan
    • Estrategias y estilos de negociaciónĀ Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā :Ā Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Compromiso del paciente: resultados clĆ­nicos satisfactorios:Ā Tecnológico de Monterrey

    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)
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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.ā€Ž

    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.ā€Ž

    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.ā€Ž

    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.ā€Ž

    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.ā€Ž

    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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