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    • C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Inclusive Communication and Behavior in the Workplace

      Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Empathy, Diversity and Inclusion, Social Skills, Relationship Building, Cultural Diversity, Professionalism, Interpersonal Communications, Communication Strategies, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Communication

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Market Research and Analysis for Tech Industries

      Skills you'll gain: Market Research, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Psychology, Market Analysis, Marketing Planning, Behavioral Economics, Target Market, Customer Insights, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Technology Strategies, Product Lifecycle Management, Business-To-Consumer, B2B Sales

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Environmental Justice

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Environmental Policy, Health Equity, Environmental Laws, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Environmental Regulations, Natural Resource Management, Community Development, Advocacy, Policy Analysis, Research

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Google Cloud Product Fundamentals en Français

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Google Workspace, Cloud Management, Google Cloud Platform, Business Transformation, Collaborative Software, Cloud Applications, Cost Management, Leadership, Productivity Software, Application Development, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Identity and Access Management, Data Storage

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Storying the Self: How Stories Shape our Identities

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Creativity, Self-Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Personal Development, Media and Communications, Empathy, Collaboration, Leadership

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      General AI Mastery Toolbox: Master AI and Drive Success

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, AI Personalization, Drive Engagement, Generative AI, Customer Engagement, Prompt Engineering, Business Process Automation, Emerging Technologies, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Defining, Describing, and Visualizing Data

      Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making, Descriptive Statistics, Data Analysis, Probability Distribution, Statistical Software, Statistics, Statistical Visualization, Data Visualization, Statistical Analysis, Box Plots, Probability, R Programming, Probability & Statistics, Data Manipulation, Histogram, Taxonomy

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Fractal Analytics

      Successful AI Strategies: A CEO's Perspective

      Skills you'll gain: Business Leadership, Generative AI, Business Strategy, Data Strategy, Business Transformation, Strategic Decision-Making, Organizational Strategy, Technology Strategies, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Human Resources, Human Centered Design, Data Quality, Design Thinking, Governance, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Elevate Team Productivity with Crew AI

      Skills you'll gain: Workflow Management, Team Management, Generative AI Agents, Productivity Software, Business Process Automation, Workforce Management, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Agentic systems, Solution Design, Decision Making, Process Improvement, Market Data

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Communication in Remote Work

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Teams, Telecommuting, Interpersonal Communications, Trustworthiness, Collaboration, Team Building, Social Skills, Rapport Building, Communication, Teamwork, Relationship Building, Team Leadership, Leadership, Expectation Management

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Helping Your Organization Manage Risk and Crisis

      Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Corporate Communications, Risk Management, Strategic Communication, Business Risk Management, Contingency Planning, Risk Analysis, Forecasting, Communication Strategies, Case Management, Leadership Studies

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Kotter

      The 4 Core Change Principles

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Culture Transformation, Change Management, Organizational Development, Business Transformation, Leadership and Management, People Management, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Leadership, Drive Engagement, Stakeholder Engagement, Employee Engagement, Diversity and Inclusion

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 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

    • Inclusive Communication and Behavior in the Workplace: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Market Research and Analysis for Tech Industries: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Environmental Justice: University of Michigan
    • Google Cloud Product Fundamentals en Français: Google Cloud
    • Storying the Self: How Stories Shape our Identities: University of Colorado Boulder
    • General AI Mastery Toolbox: Master AI and Drive Success: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Defining, Describing, and Visualizing Data: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Successful AI Strategies: A CEO's Perspective: Fractal Analytics
    • Elevate Team Productivity with Crew AI: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Communication in Remote Work: University of California, Irvine

    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.‎

    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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