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      Politecnico di Milano

      Platform Thinking for the Metaverse

      Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Innovation, Technology Strategies, Virtual Environment, Business Transformation, Systems Thinking, Emerging Technologies, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategies, Technology Solutions, Digital Transformation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      UBITS

      De la comunicación a la neurocomunicación

      Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Non-Verbal Communication, Culture Transformation, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Change, Communication, Communication Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills, Positivity, Team Leadership, Emotional Intelligence

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Expand Employee Interaction with Canvas

      Skills you'll gain: Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Learning Management Systems, Collaboration, Intranet, Teamwork, Content Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Duke University

      Customer-Centric Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Agile Product Development, Customer Insights, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Engagement, New Product Development, Innovation, Business Strategies, Customer Analysis, Market Intelligence, Business Strategy, Consumer Behaviour

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      FAIR Institute

      Foundations of Cyber Risk Management and FAIR™

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Cyber Risk, Cybersecurity, Governance, Risk Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Business Risk Management, Compliance Reporting, Management Reporting, Strategic Leadership, Business Communication, Technical Communication

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Sustainable Business Strategies

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainability Reporting, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Corporate Sustainability, Business Reporting, Environmental Management Systems, Business Transformation, Business Management, Business Strategies, Business Operations, Operational Efficiency, Supply Chain, Supplier Performance Management, Risk Mitigation, Governance, Environmental Policy, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Feedback Loops: Vertical Feedback

      Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Empathy, Mentorship, Supervision, Communication Strategies, Tactfulness, Performance Review, Coaching, Self-Awareness, Organizational Leadership, Resilience, Positivity

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      RStudio for Six Sigma - Process Capability

      Skills you'll gain: Process Capability, Six Sigma Methodology, Statistical Process Controls, Process Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Business Metrics, R Programming, Data Import/Export

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Packt

      Delivering Value and Managing Stakeholders in Agile

      Skills you'll gain: Agile Project Management, Agile Methodology, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Team Leadership, User Story, Leadership, Conflict Management, Earned Value Management, Communication, Value Engineering, Contract Management, Prioritization

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Las organizaciones en el siglo XXI y su relevancia social

      Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Conflict Management, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Structure, Organizational Effectiveness, Social Sciences, Psychology, Innovation, Culture, Diversity and Inclusion

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Simulation of Covid-19 Testing Process Using R Simmer

      Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Scenario Testing, R Programming, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Programming, Statistical Analysis

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      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Packt

      AI Strategy for Business Leaders with ChatGPT, ML & DL

      Skills you'll gain: Business Leadership, Artificial Intelligence, Business Strategy, Risk Management, Strategic Thinking, Business Transformation, Generative AI, Digital Transformation, Project Management Software, Business Solutions, Organizational Leadership, ChatGPT, Machine Learning, Business Ethics, Data Ethics, Innovation, Emerging Technologies, Automation, Trend Analysis, Forecasting

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Platform Thinking for the Metaverse: Politecnico di Milano
    • De la comunicación a la neurocomunicación: UBITS
    • Expand Employee Interaction with Canvas: Coursera Project Network
    • Customer-Centric Innovation: Duke University
    • Foundations of Cyber Risk Management and FAIR™: FAIR Institute
    • Sustainable Business Strategies: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Feedback Loops: Vertical Feedback : University of Michigan
    • RStudio for Six Sigma - Process Capability: Coursera Project Network
    • Delivering Value and Managing Stakeholders in Agile: Packt
    • Las organizaciones en el siglo XXI y su relevancia social: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    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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