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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Gestão de Captação, Recompensas, Remuneração e Diversidade

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Programs, Fundraising, Compensation and Benefits, Compensation Management, Compensation Strategy, Human Resources, Employee Retention, Benefits Administration, Talent Management, Human Resources Management and Planning, Diversity and Inclusion, Employee Onboarding, Recruitment Strategies, Recruitment

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      UBITS

      Planeación ágil para el logro de objetivos

      Skills you'll gain: Prioritization, Product Roadmaps, Sprint Planning, Timelines, Business Priorities, Agile Methodology, Project Planning, Meeting Facilitation, Agile Project Management, Team Performance Management, Kanban Principles, Requirements Analysis, Project Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Storying the Self: (Re)Claiming our Voices

      Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Storytelling, Social Skills, Empathy, Cognitive flexibility, Initiative and Leadership, Creativity, Cultural Diversity, Self-Awareness, Social Justice

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create Customizable Proposals in Qwilr

      Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Proposal Development, Presentations, Marketing Materials, Business Writing, Security Controls

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      How to Set Up a Facebook Group

      Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Social Media Management, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Drive Engagement, Promotional Strategies

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      إنشاء عقد مشروع باستخدام محرر مستندات جوجل

      Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Project Documentation, Google Docs, Project Scoping, Information Architecture, Document Management, Project Planning, Organizational Skills

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      The State University of New York

      Multi-Event Facility Enterprises & Management

      Skills you'll gain: Facility Management, Event Management, Legal Risk, Contract Management, Hospitality and Food Services, Event Planning, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Customer Engagement, Risk Management, Marketing Strategies, Insurance, Safety and Security, Budgeting, Advertising

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Mulheres líderes: potencialize habilidades para a mudança

      Skills you'll gain: Empowerment, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Communication, Branding, Professional Networking, Professional Development, Mentorship, Assertiveness, Leadership, Self-Awareness, Relationship Building

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnKartS

      PgMP® Performance Domains - Strategy,Benefits,& Stakeholder

      Skills you'll gain: Program Management, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Communications, Risk Management, Benefits Administration, Risk Analysis, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Organizational Strategy, Project Management Life Cycle, Strategic Communication, Project Performance, Governance

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      Agile Development Excellence: Scrum, User Story, CI Insight

      Skills you'll gain: Scaled Agile Framework, Continuous Integration, Sprint Planning, Scrum (Software Development), Kanban Principles, CI/CD, Sprint Retrospectives, Lean Methodologies, Continuous Improvement Process, Collaborative Software, Agile Methodology, Continuous Delivery, Team Building, Test Automation, Agile Project Management, Jenkins, Agile Software Development, Continuous Deployment, Cross-Functional Collaboration, DevOps

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Storytelling That Delivers Program and Project Outcomes

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Data Storytelling, Persuasive Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Communication, Stakeholder Engagement, Presentations, Risk Management, Stakeholder Communications, Business Writing, Program Management, Visionary, Stakeholder Management, Project Management, Project Risk Management, Professional Development

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research

      Managing High Performing Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Team Management, Team Performance Management, Team Building, Team Leadership, Growth Mindedness, Team Motivation, Teamwork, Conflict Management, People Management, Drive Engagement, Rapport Building, Continuous Improvement Process, Collaboration, Active Listening, Empathy, Communication Strategies, Constructive Feedback, Trustworthiness, Safety Culture, Emotional Intelligence

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Gestão de Captação, Recompensas, Remuneração e Diversidade: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Planeación ágil para el logro de objetivos: UBITS
    • Storying the Self: (Re)Claiming our Voices: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Create Customizable Proposals in Qwilr: Coursera Project Network
    • How to Set Up a Facebook Group : Coursera Project Network
    • إنشاء عقد مشروع باستخدام محرر مستندات جوجل: Coursera Project Network
    • Multi-Event Facility Enterprises & Management: The State University of New York
    • Mulheres líderes: potencialize habilidades para a mudança: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • PgMP® Performance Domains - Strategy,Benefits,& Stakeholder: LearnKartS
    • Agile Development Excellence: Scrum, User Story, CI Insight: Board Infinity

    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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