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    • Status: Free Trial
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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Liderança e Sociedade

      Skills you'll gain: Leadership Development, Management Training And Development, Succession Planning, Leadership, Professional Development, Strategic Leadership, People Management, Resource Management, Business Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Executive Presence, Influencing, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Structure, Personal Development, Adaptability, Relationship Building, Diversity and Inclusion, Performance Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      92 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Advancing Women in Tech

      Building Products at Global Scale

      Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Systems Architecture, Technical Management, API Design, System Design and Implementation, Technical Product Management, Engineering Management, Program Management, Microservices, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Leadership and Management, Technology Roadmaps, Amazon Web Services

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      إلهام الأفراد وتحفيزهم

      Skills you'll gain: Team Motivation, Visionary, Constructive Feedback, Team Building, Goal Setting, Leadership, Intercultural Competence, Employee Engagement, Performance Management, Expectation Management, Productivity, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      86 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Notre Dame

      Ethics of Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Conflict Management, Communication Strategies, Business Communication, Business Ethics, Interpersonal Communications, Crisis Management, Strategic Communication, Communication, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      57 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Generative AI and Symbolic Reasoning

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, ChatGPT, OpenAI, Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Prompt Engineering, Natural Language Processing

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Mi nueva empresa: los siguientes pasos

      Skills you'll gain: Team Building, New Product Development, Leadership Development, Business Development, Entrepreneurship, Performance Analysis, Innovation, Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Business Modeling, Business Analysis, Business Communication, Growth Strategies

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Davis

      Designing and Implementing Your Coaching Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Employee Coaching, Coaching, Organizational Change, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Management Training And Development, Team Performance Management, Employee Performance Management, Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Performance Measurement, Change Management, Organizational Strategy, Constructive Feedback, Professional Development, Personal Development, Goal Setting, Active Listening, Communication Strategies, Self-Awareness

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Dubai College of Tourism

      Introduction to Restaurant Revenue Management

      Skills you'll gain: Revenue Management, Restaurant Operation, Forecasting, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Hospitality Management, Customer Demand Planning, Trend Analysis, Performance Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Team Management, Price Negotiation, Performance Measurement, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Strategies

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Iniciando e planejando projetos

      Skills you'll gain: Project Planning, Stakeholder Management, Conflict Management, Project Management, Project Scoping, Project Documentation, Influencing, Organizational Structure

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      75 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Operations Excellence

      Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Manufacturing Operations, Operations Management, Business Operations, Inventory Management System, Operational Efficiency, Operational Analysis, Logistics, Internal Communications, Performance Analysis, Working Capital, Process Improvement, Financial Analysis, Continuous Improvement Process

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      SkillUp EdTech

      Product Owner: Communications & Stakeholder Management

      Skills you'll gain: Backlogs, Stakeholder Communications, Virtual Teams, Stakeholder Management, Agile Product Development, Agile Methodology, Communication, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Negotiation, Conflict Management, Product Management, Product Requirements, User Story, Team Building, Prioritization, Customer experience strategy (CX)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Capstone: Creating A Sustainability Proposal

      Skills you'll gain: Proposal Development, Sales Presentation, Environmental Issue, Stakeholder Engagement, Corporate Sustainability, Proposal Writing, Budgeting, Program Implementation, Business Planning, Financial Analysis, Feasibility Studies, Operational Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Liderança e Sociedade: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Building Products at Global Scale: Advancing Women in Tech
    • إلهام الأفراد وتحفيزهم: University of Michigan
    • Ethics of Communication: The University of Notre Dame
    • Generative AI and Symbolic Reasoning: Johns Hopkins University
    • Mi nueva empresa: los siguientes pasos : Universidad de los Andes
    • Designing and Implementing Your Coaching Strategy: University of California, Davis
    • Introduction to Restaurant Revenue Management : Dubai College of Tourism
    • Iniciando e planejando projetos: University of California, Irvine
    • Operations Excellence: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    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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