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    • A

      Advancing Women in Tech

      Real-World Cloud PM 1 of 3: Cloud Business and Technology

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing, Amazon S3, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Storage, Cloud Services, Thought Leadership, Technology Strategies, Product Management, Scalability

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      61 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
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      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

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Create Training Videos with Powtoon

      Skills you'll gain: Animations, Editing, Writing and Editing, Content Creation, Video Editing, Video Production

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      317 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      How to Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

      Skills you'll gain: Standard Operating Procedure, Operational Efficiency, Lean Methodologies, Quality Assurance, Procedure Development, Operational Excellence, Business Process, Occupational Safety And Health, Process Management, Safety Assurance, Workflow Management, Process Improvement and Optimization, Workforce Management, Continuous Improvement Process

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      How to use roadmaps in Jira

      Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Product Roadmaps, Project Schedules, Dependency Analysis, Scheduling, Milestones (Project Management), Issue Tracking, Project Planning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      204 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • A

      Arizona State University

      Building Relationships with Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Empathy, Rapport Building, Relationship Building, Interpersonal Communications, Social Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, Leadership, Compassion, Teamwork, Communication, Active Listening, Self-Awareness

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      83 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Virginia

      Foundations of Diversity and Inclusion at Work TeachOut

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity and Inclusion, Organizational Development, Organizational Change, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Human Resource Strategy, Conflict Management, Leadership, Interpersonal Communications

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      151 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • I

      IIT Bombay

      Introduction to Business Management: Winning Internally

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Production Process, Financial Management, Accounting, Business Management, Organizational Structure, Business, Manufacturing Operations, Leadership, Human Resources, Business Strategies, Strategic Thinking, Financial Statements, Innovation, Product Development

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • D

      Deep Teaching Solutions

      Critical Thinking for Better Decisions in the ChatGPT Era

      Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Decision Making, Emotional Intelligence, ChatGPT, Strategic Thinking, Systems Thinking

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      60 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of California, Irvine

      Esports Teams and Professional Players

      Skills you'll gain: Contract Negotiation, Media and Communications, Journalism, Contract Management, Live Streaming, Content Creation, Social Media, Team Management, Marketing, Compensation Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      84 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • R

      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Logistics Excellence

      Skills you'll gain: Logistics, Logistics Management, Warehouse Management, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Transportation Management, Supply Chain Systems, Inventory and Warehousing, Order Fulfillment, Relationship Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Cash Flows

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      50 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Universidad de Palermo

      Negociación y Resolución de Conflictos

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Relationship Building, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Business Strategy, Active Listening, Self-Awareness

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      83 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Real-World Cloud PM 1 of 3: Cloud Business and Technology: Advancing Women in Tech
    • Managing AI Projects: From Strategy to Delivery: Johns Hopkins University
    • Create Training Videos with Powtoon: Coursera Project Network
    • How to Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): Coursera Instructor Network
    • How to use roadmaps in Jira: Coursera Project Network
    • Building Relationships with Communication: Arizona State University
    • Foundations of Diversity and Inclusion at Work TeachOut: University of Virginia
    • Introduction to Business Management: Winning Internally: IIT Bombay
    • Critical Thinking for Better Decisions in the ChatGPT Era: Deep Teaching Solutions
    • Esports Teams and Professional Players: 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)
    Project Management (30)
    Plan (25)
    Planning (24)
    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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