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    Find the Best Leadership Course for Your Goals

    • Status: Free
      Free
      F

      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Como engajar equipes e criar cultura em ambientes virtuais

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Teams, Team Building, Teamwork, Team Management, Conflict Management, Team Leadership, Collaboration, Virtual Environment, Storytelling, Leadership, Employee Engagement, Diversity and Inclusion, Willingness To Learn, Communication, Culture

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      92 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Liderazgo

      Skills you'll gain: Business Leadership, Leadership and Management, Organizational Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Project Management Life Cycle, Decision Making, Leadership, Recognizing Others, Team Motivation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Initiative and Leadership, Communication Strategies, Self-Motivation, Project Management, Project Planning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      44 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University at Buffalo

      The Factors that Influence the Effectiveness of Boards and the Governance Process

      Skills you'll gain: Governance, Meeting Facilitation, Leadership and Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Leadership, Organizational Structure, Organizational Development, People Development, Performance Improvement, Culture, Diversity and Inclusion, Recruitment Strategies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      62 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      I

      Insper

      Capitalismo Consciente

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Business Ethics, Strategic Leadership, Systems Thinking, Business Priorities, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Transformation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Organizational Change, Employee Engagement, Culture

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      326 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • T

      The Chinese University of Hong Kong

      Entrepreneurship

      Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Market Opportunities, Innovation, Business Planning, Business Leadership, Business Development, New Product Development, Financial Analysis, Business Strategy, Market Research, Presentations, Growth Strategies, Financial Modeling, Fundraising

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      286 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Minnesota

      Nursing Informatics Training and Education

      Skills you'll gain: Nursing Administration, Health Informatics, Education and Training, Nursing Management, Clinical Leadership, Nursing, Learning Management Systems, Education Software and Technology, Electronic Medical Record, Patient Safety

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      98 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • K

      Kennesaw State University

      Customer Centricity with Professor Jagdish Sheth

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Retention, Trustworthiness, Expectation Management, Corporate Sustainability, Brand Loyalty, Customer Relationship Management, Customer Insights, Customer experience strategy (CX), Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Human Resource Strategy, Customer Relationship Building, Consultative Approaches, Diversity Marketing, Customer Analysis, Value Propositions, Target Market, Innovation, Socioeconomics, Business Ethics, Environmental Management Systems

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      38 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • L

      LearnKartS

      Program Management Professional PMI-PgMP® Certification Prep

      Skills you'll gain: Program Management, Project Closure, Stakeholder Management, Scheduling, Project Schedules, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Controls, Stakeholder Communications, Risk Mitigation, Project Management Office (PMO), Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Benefits Administration, Project Management, Governance, Organizational Strategy, Program Evaluation, Strategic Communication, Quality Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      33 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Fundação Lemann

      Gestão para a Aprendizagem: Módulo Gestão Estratégica

      Skills you'll gain: Planning, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Action Oriented, Leadership and Management, Quality Assessment, Quality Improvement, Organizational Effectiveness, Analysis, Needs Assessment, Community Development, Data-Driven Decision-Making

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      145 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      IE Business School

      Critical Perspectives on Management

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Business Management, Performance Management, Management Accounting, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Governance, Finance, Organizational Effectiveness, Corporate Strategy, Decision Making, Behavioral Economics, Ancient History, Organizational Structure, Business Strategy, Social Studies, Economics, Storytelling, Market Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      310 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Negotiating Learner Differences: Towards Productive Diversity in Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Differentiated Instruction, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Responsiveness, Blended Learning, Special Education, Pedagogy, Higher Education, Student-Centred Learning, Instructional Strategies, Social Justice, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Socioeconomics

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
      J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Managing AI Projects: From Strategy to Delivery

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Project Management, Project Risk Management, Data Ethics, Workforce Management, Risk Mitigation, Human Resources Management and Planning, Project Management Life Cycle, Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Team Management, Risk Management, Talent Management, Team Building, Scalability, Performance Appraisal, Diversity Training, Budget Management, Business Ethics

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Como engajar equipes e criar cultura em ambientes virtuais: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Liderazgo: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • The Factors that Influence the Effectiveness of Boards and the Governance Process: University at Buffalo
    • Capitalismo Consciente: Insper
    • Entrepreneurship: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
    • Nursing Informatics Training and Education: University of Minnesota
    • Customer Centricity with Professor Jagdish Sheth: Kennesaw State University
    • Program Management Professional PMI-PgMP® Certification Prep: LearnKartS
    • Gestão para a Aprendizagem: Módulo Gestão Estratégica: Fundação Lemann
    • Critical Perspectives on Management: IE Business School

    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)
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    Human Resources (16)
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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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