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    • P

      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Gestión de organizaciones efectivas

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Structure, Organizational Effectiveness, Business Strategy, Change Management, Strategic Thinking, Political Sciences, Technology Strategies, Innovation, Leadership, Decision Making

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.4K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The George Washington University

      Essentials in Clinical Simulations Across the Health Professions

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Experience, Patient Education And Counseling, Virtual Environment, Medical Equipment and Technology, Health Technology, Business Planning, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Technical Communication, System Implementation, Education Software and Technology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      IESE Business School

      The Art of Storytelling

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Content Creation, Writing, Empathy

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      899 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Social Impact Strategy: Tools for Entrepreneurs and Innovators

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Performance Measurement, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Business Modeling, Project Performance, Strategic Thinking, Project Design, Organizational Structure, Needs Assessment, Growth Strategies, Market Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1.4K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      U

      University of California, Irvine

      Fundamentals of Management

      Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Professional Networking, Business Management, Staff Management, Leadership and Management, Operations Management, People Management, Business Administration, Business Planning, Customer Service, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Leadership, Change Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      3.9K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • T

      The University of Sydney

      Design-Led Strategy: Design thinking for business strategy and entrepreneurship

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Innovation, Business Modeling, Product Design, Service Design, Product Development, Business Strategy, Strategic Communication, Market Research, Corporate Strategy, User Feedback, Product Testing, Customer Insights

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Glasgow

      Data-Driven Leadership Skills Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Strategic Leadership, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Data Analysis, Data Storytelling, Agile Methodology, Data Management, Big Data, Organizational Structure

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      IESE Business School

      Organizational Behavior: How to Manage People

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Leadership, People Management, Team Management, Team Building, Team Motivation, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Culture, Cultural Diversity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Leading Teams: Building Effective Team Cultures

      Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Team Management, Teamwork, Safety Culture, Diversity and Inclusion, Employee Engagement, Team Leadership, Growth Mindedness, Problem Solving, Organizational Change, Innovation, Adaptability, Creativity, Leadership

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.4K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Google

      Google Project Management (PT)

      Skills you'll gain: Quality Management, Backlogs, Project Closure, Project Planning, Sprint Retrospectives, Project Scoping, Team Leadership, Project Management Life Cycle, Agile Project Management, Communication Planning, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Improvement, Project Management, Project Management Software, Change Control, Project Controls, Project Schedules, Agile Methodology, Requirements Analysis, Change Management

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      2.5K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      HRCI

      Learning and Development

      Skills you'll gain: Training and Development, Training Programs, Employee Training, Developing Training Materials, Adult Education, Drive Engagement, Employee Engagement, Compliance Training, Instructional Design, Management Training And Development, Workforce Development, On-The-Job Training, Needs Assessment, Program Evaluation, Professional Development, Learning Styles, Return On Investment

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      707 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Universidad Austral

      El Abogado del Futuro: Legaltech y la Transformación Digital del Derecho

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Law Practice Management Software, Blockchain, Design Thinking, Legal Strategy, Legal Research, Workforce Development, Emerging Technologies, Innovation, Automation, Court Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Virtual Environment

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Gestión de organizaciones efectivas: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • Essentials in Clinical Simulations Across the Health Professions: The George Washington University
    • The Art of Storytelling: IESE Business School
    • Social Impact Strategy: Tools for Entrepreneurs and Innovators: University of Pennsylvania
    • Fundamentals of Management: University of California, Irvine
    • Design-Led Strategy: Design thinking for business strategy and entrepreneurship: The University of Sydney
    • Data-Driven Leadership Skills Capstone Project: University of Glasgow
    • Organizational Behavior: How to Manage People: IESE Business School
    • Leading Teams: Building Effective Team Cultures: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Google Project Management (PT): Google

    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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