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      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

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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Liderança Fora da Caixa

      Skills you'll gain: Complex Problem Solving, Innovation, Team Leadership, Team Management, Strategic Leadership, Conflict Management, Leadership, Leadership Development, Business Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Team Motivation, People Management, Business Transformation, Virtual Teams, Critical Thinking, Professional Development, Leadership and Management, Telecommuting, Strategic Decision-Making, Adaptability

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      110 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universidades Anáhuac

      Finanzas y Contabilidad para la Toma de Decisiones

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Reporting, Financial Analysis, Cost Accounting, Financial Accounting, Bookkeeping, Cost Management, Financial Market, Accounting Records, Purchasing, Income Statement, Financial Statements, Balance Sheet, Accounting, Securities (Finance), Capital Markets, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Management Accounting, Production Process, Inventory Management System

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      SkillUp EdTech

      Product Owner: Essential Skills and Tools for Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Backlogs, Product Roadmaps, Product Strategy, Sprint Planning, Product Management, User Story, Strategic Planning, Product Requirements, Agile Methodology, Scaled Agile Framework, Lean Methodologies, Product Development, Prioritization, Business Priorities, Stakeholder Communications

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      إدارة المعرفة | Knowledge Management

      Skills you'll gain: Knowledge Transfer, Information Management, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Structure, Competitive Intelligence, Business Strategy, Content Management, Performance Measurement, Employee Training, Decision Making

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      87 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Professional Responsibility and Ethics for Accountants

      Skills you'll gain: Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Business Ethics, Certified Public Accountant, Compliance Management, Corporate Accounting, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Accountability, Public Accounting, Accounting, Stakeholder Management, Business, Auditing, Decision Making

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      66 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Taking Safety and Quality Improvement Work to the Next Level (Patient Safety VII)

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Patient Flow, Case Management, Safety Assurance, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Systems Of Measurement, Persuasive Communication

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      91 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Austral

      Emprendiendo en STEM

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Team Leadership, Team Building, Market Opportunities, Entrepreneurship, Solution Design, Financial Management, Marketing Strategies, Innovation, Business Development, Business Planning, Business Modeling, Value Propositions, New Product Development, Professional Networking

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      64 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Power Skills Essentials for Leading Project Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Goal Setting, Personal Development, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Stress Management, Problem Solving, Leadership and Management, Social Skills, Empathy, Leadership, Team Building, Conflict Management, People Management, Resilience, Teamwork, Decision Making, Adaptability, Dealing With Ambiguity

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Global Marketing: Cultural Frameworks

      Skills you'll gain: Culture, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Global Marketing, Organizational Structure, Consumer Behaviour, Brand Management, Psychology

      Build toward a degree

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      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      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
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      93 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Commercial Awareness

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Decision-Making, Competitive Analysis, Sales Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategy, Business Leadership, Market Trend, Market Analysis, Business Marketing, Sales, Leadership, Business, Business Management, Financial Analysis, Marketing Strategies, Marketing, Market Dynamics, Business Economics, Consumer Behaviour

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Esports Teams and Professional Players: University of California, Irvine
    • Liderança Fora da Caixa: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Finanzas y Contabilidad para la Toma de Decisiones: Universidades Anáhuac
    • Product Owner: Essential Skills and Tools for Innovation: SkillUp EdTech
    • إدارة المعرفة | Knowledge Management: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Professional Responsibility and Ethics for Accountants: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Taking Safety and Quality Improvement Work to the Next Level (Patient Safety VII): Johns Hopkins University
    • Emprendiendo en STEM: Universidad Austral
    • Power Skills Essentials for Leading Project Teams: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Global Marketing: Cultural Frameworks: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    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

    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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