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    • U

      UBITS

      Agilidad y adaptabilidad para equipos de trabajo

      Skills you'll gain: Culture Transformation, Organizational Change, Organizational Leadership, Change Management, Business Transformation, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Strategy, Compensation Strategy, Team Building, Compensation Management, Employee Engagement

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      A

      Alignor

      Leading Diverse Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Conflict Management, Teamwork, Collaboration, Diversity and Inclusion, Cultural Diversity, Decision Making, Team Management, Communication, Leadership, Negotiation, Relationship Building, Active Listening

      4
      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
      ·
      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Google Cloud Product Fundamentals auf Deutsch

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

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • N

      Northeastern University

      Engaging in Strategic Management in Healthcare Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Corporate Strategy, Business Strategy, Organizational Structure, Performance Management, Health Care Administration, Business Management, Strategic Partnership, Mergers & Acquisitions, Competitive Analysis, New Business Development, Market Analysis, Operational Efficiency

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Crea, crece y administra grupos de Facebook

      Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Social Media, Social Media Management, Drive Engagement, People Management, Marketing Analytics, Rapport Building, Growth Strategies, Organizational Skills

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      7 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: New
      New
      S

      S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research

      Effective Employee Retention Strategies to Combat Attrition

      Skills you'll gain: Employee Retention, Mentorship, Talent Management, Human Resource Strategy, Employee Coaching, Employee Engagement, Diversity and Inclusion, Workforce Development, Team Motivation, People Analytics, Employee Onboarding, Leadership Development, Overcoming Obstacles, Performance Metric

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Organiza y administra el trabajo colaborativo con Wrike

      Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Workflow Management, Team Performance Management, Project Management Software, Organizational Skills, Calendar Management, Performance Improvement, Performance Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      14 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      Universidades Anáhuac

      Principios de Análisis e Instrumento Financieros

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Analysis, Financial Market, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Securities (Finance), Capital Markets, Business Metrics, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Corporate Finance, Financial Management, Deposit Accounts, Investments, Cash Flows, Equities, Derivatives, Trend Analysis

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      How to Series on Personal Development Topics

      Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Empowerment, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Personal Attributes, Self-Awareness, Courage, Accountability, Personal Integrity, Lifelong Learning, Assertiveness, Willingness To Learn, Resourcefulness, Open Mindset, Goal Setting

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Advanced Strategies for Sustainable Business

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Sustainability Reporting, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Performance Measurement, Strategic Partnership, Business Strategy, Compliance Management, Strategic Leadership, Business Ethics, Goal Setting, Community Development, Human Capital, Stakeholder Engagement, Employee Engagement, Advocacy, Strategic Communication, Systems Thinking, Branding

      Build toward a degree

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Nützliches Feedback geben (Giving Helpful Feedback)

      Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Motivational Skills, Team Motivation, Leadership, Performance Review, Employee Performance Management, Courage, Coaching, Creativity, Communication Strategies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • B

      BCG

      La transformation numérique

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Business Transformation, Product Lifecycle Management, Technology Strategies, Design Thinking, Competitive Analysis, Business Process Automation, Growth Strategies, Business Strategies, Technology Roadmaps, Emerging Technologies, Business Economics, Innovation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Agilidad y adaptabilidad para equipos de trabajo: UBITS
    • Leading Diverse Teams: Alignor
    • Google Cloud Product Fundamentals auf Deutsch: Google Cloud
    • Engaging in Strategic Management in Healthcare Organizations: Northeastern University
    • Crea, crece y administra grupos de Facebook: Coursera Project Network
    • Effective Employee Retention Strategies to Combat Attrition: S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research
    • Organiza y administra el trabajo colaborativo con Wrike: Coursera Project Network
    • Principios de Análisis e Instrumento Financieros: Universidades Anáhuac
    • How to Series on Personal Development Topics: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Advanced Strategies for Sustainable Business: University of Colorado Boulder

    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)
    Analytics (16)
    Human Resources (16)
    Decision-making (15)
    Change Management (14)
    Innovation (14)
    Negotiation (14)
    Human Resource Management (13)

    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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