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    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of California, Irvine

      Inicio y planificación de proyectos

      Skills you'll gain: Project Planning, Conflict Management, Stakeholder Management, Project Management, Project Scoping, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Management Life Cycle, Stakeholder Communications, Influencing, Organizational Structure

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      517 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Resilience & Leadership: Concepts, Definitions, & Frameworks

      Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Threat Management, Threat Detection, Infrastructure Security, Disaster Recovery, Emergency Response, Business Ethics, Risk Management, Engineering Management, Organizational Change, Systems Thinking, Safety and Security, Risk Analysis, Complex Problem Solving, Decision Making, Leadership

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      IESE Business School

      ¿Qué hacen los buenos directivos? Prioridades de la Alta Dirección

      Skills you'll gain: Talent Management, Business Priorities, Strategic Leadership, Strategic Prioritization, Workforce Development, Business Leadership, Leadership and Management, Business Management, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Human Capital, Strategic Thinking, Team Leadership, Business Strategy, People Management, Business Modeling, Innovation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      614 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      قيادة الفرق

      Skills you'll gain: Team Management, Team Building, Team Leadership, Teamwork, Team Performance Management, Team Motivation, Conflict Management, Collaboration, Performance Improvement, Organizational Structure, Innovation, Diversity and Inclusion, Decision Making

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      705 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      E

      EIT Digital

      Business Implications of AI: A Nano-course

      Skills you'll gain: Business Leadership, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Corporate Strategy, Business Management, Technology Strategies, Business Transformation, Organizational Strategy, Artificial Intelligence, Organizational Change, Project Implementation, Emerging Technologies, Business Technologies

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      946 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • K

      Kennesaw State University

      Six Sigma Advanced Define and Measure Phases

      Skills you'll gain: Process Capability, Team Management, Statistical Process Controls, Exploratory Data Analysis, Six Sigma Methodology, Probability & Statistics, Process Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Lean Six Sigma, Process Mapping, Correlation Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Regression Analysis, Process Improvement, Quality Improvement, Business Process, Graphing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      Universidad de Palermo

      Administración de Empresas

      Skills you'll gain: Human Capital, Management Accounting, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources Management and Planning, Branding, Cost Management, Cost Accounting, Marketing, Talent Management, Brand Management, Business Economics, Accounting, Strategic Marketing, Business Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Market Dynamics, Decision Making, Business Management, Economics, Economic Development

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.4K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      Universidad de Palermo

      Dirección y Gestión de Negocios

      Skills you'll gain: Human Capital, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources Management and Planning, Business Process Management, Business Process, Branding, IT Management, Marketing, Talent Management, Brand Management, Business Process Improvement, Technical Management, Business Economics, Strategic Marketing, Leadership Development, Value Propositions, Market Dynamics, Economics, Economic Development, Business

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.4K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      The Power of Team Culture

      Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Team Management, Team Building, Team Leadership, Cultural Diversity, Team Motivation, Culture, Diversity Awareness, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Organizational Development, Performance Analysis, Non-Verbal Communication

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      519 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of London

      Professional Skills for International Business

      Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Professionalism, Resource Allocation, Time Management, Prioritization, Organizational Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, LinkedIn, Stakeholder Management, Delegation Skills, Non-Verbal Communication, Business Relationship Management, Personal Attributes, Branding, Social Media

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      969 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Maryland, College Park

      Product Management Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Product Management, Team Leadership, Product Development, New Product Development, Commercialization, Product Lifecycle Management, Team Management, Product Roadmaps, Product Strategy, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Marketing, Market Opportunities, Product Design, Agile Methodology, User Experience

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      325 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Houston

      Value-Based Care

      Skills you'll gain: Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Chronic Diseases, ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), Community Health, Medical Billing and Coding, Medical Management, Health Equity, Preventative Care, Constructive Feedback, Active Listening, Health Disparities, Public Health, Health Assessment, Medicare, Practice Management, Care Management, Portfolio Management, Quality Improvement, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Organizational Change

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      286 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Inicio y planificación de proyectos: University of California, Irvine
    • Resilience & Leadership: Concepts, Definitions, & Frameworks: University of Colorado Boulder
    • ¿Qué hacen los buenos directivos? Prioridades de la Alta Dirección: IESE Business School
    • قيادة الفرق : University of Michigan
    • Business Implications of AI: A Nano-course: EIT Digital
    • Six Sigma Advanced Define and Measure Phases: Kennesaw State University
    • Administración de Empresas: Universidad de Palermo
    • Dirección y Gestión de Negocios: Universidad de Palermo
    • The Power of Team Culture: University of Pennsylvania
    • Professional Skills for International Business: University of London

    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)
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    Frequently Asked Questions about Leadership

    Leadership courses on Coursera offer a broad array of essential skills including:

    • Core leadership principles and styles
    • Emotional intelligence for effective leadership
    • Conflict resolution and negotiation
    • Team motivation and management
    • Organizational culture and change management
    • Decision-making strategies and problem-solving techniques
    • Communication skills for leaders including public speaking and presentation
    • Strategic planning and innovation‎

    No prior management experience is necessary to begin with beginner leadership courses. The curriculum is designed to accommodate learners at various levels:

    • Beginners can start with foundational leadership theories and practices.
    • Intermediate learners can develop their skills in team dynamics and leadership challenges.
    • Advanced professionals can enhance their strategic leadership abilities and organizational impact.‎

    Leadership courses on Coursera offer a range of credentialing options:

    • Certificates that validate leadership and management skills
    • Professional certificates from top universities and industry leaders
    • Specialized course certificates in areas such as transformational leadership or sustainable leadership practices
    • These credentials can help demonstrate leadership capabilities on your resume or for sharing with potential employers or on professional networks.‎

    Skills acquired from leadership courses can enhance career opportunities across all organizational levels and sectors including:

    • Team Leader
    • Operations Manager
    • Executive Director
    • Human Resources Manager
    • Project Manager
    • Professionals in these roles use leadership skills to guide teams, manage projects, and drive organizational success. ‎

    Yes, Coursera offers a variety of free courses across many topics, including leadership. While you can access most course materials for free by auditing the courses, this does not include graded assignments or a completion certificate. For those looking to obtain a certificate to showcase their learning or enhance their professional profile, Coursera provides the option to purchase the course. Additionally, Coursera offers free trials or financial aid to learners who qualify, making certifications more accessible to everyone.‎

    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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