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    Find the Best Leadership Course for Your Goals

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      Northeastern University

      Engaging in Service Innovation and Management

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Stakeholder Management, Change Management, Team Management, Leadership and Management, Culture Transformation, Service Management, Innovation, Service Design, Process Management, Operations Management, Process Improvement, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Care Administration, Continuous Improvement Process, Leadership, Empowerment

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      How to Create a Lesson Plan in Microsoft Word

      Skills you'll gain: Technical Documentation, Document Management, Organizational Skills, Instructional Design

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      FAIR Institute

      Practical Applications of FAIRâ„¢ for Cyber Risk Management

      Skills you'll gain: Cyber Risk, Risk Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Risk Analysis, Risk Modeling, Operational Risk, Cybersecurity, Business Risk Management, Compliance Management, Incident Response, Stakeholder Communications, Continuous Improvement Process, Compliance Reporting, Decision Making, Financial Analysis

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research

      Managing High Performing Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Team Management, Team Performance Management, Team Building, Team Leadership, Growth Mindedness, Team Motivation, Teamwork, Conflict Management, People Management, Drive Engagement, Rapport Building, Continuous Improvement Process, Collaboration, Active Listening, Empathy, Communication Strategies, Constructive Feedback, Trustworthiness, Safety Culture, Emotional Intelligence

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Sales Strategies and Techniques

      Skills you'll gain: Selling Techniques, Sales Strategy, Overcoming Objections, Consultative Selling, Sales Process, Solution Selling, Customer Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Customer Relationship Building, Value Propositions, Competitive Analysis, Price Negotiation

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Maryland, College Park

      Leading with Power Skills: Working with Personality Types

      Skills you'll gain: Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Problem Solving, Team Building, Emotional Intelligence, Conflict Management, People Management, Teamwork, Decision Making, Interpersonal Communications, Adaptability, Communication

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • P

      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Claves para el éxito de la transformación digital en Pymes

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Innovation, Talent Management, Process Management, Organizational Change, Business Technologies, Change Management, Digital Marketing, Operational Efficiency, Business Strategies, Sales Strategy, E-Commerce, Emerging Technologies, Leadership

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Essential Online Collaboration Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Teams, Meeting Facilitation, Team Motivation, Collaborative Software, Collaboration, Team Management, Team Leadership, Team Building, Telecommuting, Teamwork, Rapport Building, Team Performance Management, Conflict Management, Communication Strategies, Trustworthiness, Communication

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Career Management

      Skills you'll gain: Employee Engagement, Professional Development, Mentorship, Workforce Development, Influencing, Business Communication, Strategic Communication, Brand Strategy, Storytelling, Coaching, Talent Management, Branding, Personal Development, Adaptability, Self-Awareness

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Maryland, College Park

      Leading with Power Skills: Emotions & Emotional Intelligence

      Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Goal Setting, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Social Skills, Empathy, Stress Management, Resilience, Professional Development, Psychology

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Core Project Management Process

      Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Project Controls, Project Scoping, Agile Project Management, Project Management, Risk Management, Sprint Planning, Team Leadership, Requirements Management, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Communications, Expectation Management, Lean Methodologies, Design Thinking

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      B

      Board Infinity

      Mastering Scrum Framework for Agile Development

      Skills you'll gain: Sprint Planning, Scrum (Software Development), Sprint Retrospectives, Collaborative Software, Agile Methodology, Team Building, Agile Project Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Agile Product Development, Backlogs, Project Management, Meeting Facilitation, Estimation, Performance Metric

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Engaging in Service Innovation and Management: Northeastern University
    • How to Create a Lesson Plan in Microsoft Word: Coursera Project Network
    • Practical Applications of FAIRâ„¢ for Cyber Risk Management: FAIR Institute
    • Managing High Performing Teams: S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research
    • Sales Strategies and Techniques: Packt
    • Leading with Power Skills: Working with Personality Types: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Claves para el éxito de la transformación digital en Pymes: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • Essential Online Collaboration Skills: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Career Management: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Leading with Power Skills: Emotions & Emotional Intelligence: University of Maryland, College Park

    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)
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    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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