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      Google Cloud

      Developing a Google SRE Culture

      Skills you'll gain: Site Reliability Engineering, DevOps, Safety Culture, Culture Transformation, CI/CD, Service Level, System Implementation, Performance Measurement, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Organizational Structure, Incident Management, Automation, Change Management, Goal Setting

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      888 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

      Motivating Gen Z Learners: What Parents and Teachers Need to Know

      Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Motivational Skills, Learning Strategies, Interactive Learning, Student Engagement, Self-Motivation, Learning Theory, Needs Assessment, Instructional Strategies, Behavior Management, Psychology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      338 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      Generative AI in HR - Impact and Application of Gen AI

      Skills you'll gain: HR Tech, People Analytics, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resources, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Talent Acquisition, Employee Engagement, Recruitment, Human Resource Strategy, Training Programs, Employee Training, Workforce Planning, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Information Privacy

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      210 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      IELTS Reading Section Skills Mastery

      Skills you'll gain: Quick Learning, Time Management, Learning Strategies, Literacy, Detail Oriented, Vocabulary, English Language

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      440 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Kennesaw State University

      Organization Planning and Development for the 6 σ Black Belt

      Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma Methodology, Process Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Organizational Development, Change Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Business Strategy, Quality Management, Benchmarking, Leadership and Management, Performance Measurement, Strategic Thinking, Cost Management, Business Metrics

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      478 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Institute for the Future

      Forecasting Skills: See the Future Before it Happens

      Skills you'll gain: Forecasting, Visionary, Proactivity, Strategic Thinking, Trend Analysis, Market Trend, Storytelling, Creative Thinking, Adaptability, Critical Thinking, Emerging Technologies

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      499 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Starweaver

      Relationship Management and Business Development

      Skills you'll gain: Rapport Building, Cross Selling, Business Communication, Relationship Building, New Business Development, Professional Networking, Upselling, Business Relationship Management, Client Services, Business Development, Customer Relationship Management, Strategic Partnership, Active Listening, Customer experience improvement

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      162 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Learning, Knowledge, and Human Development

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Child Development, School Psychology, Pedagogy, Human Development, Higher Education, Learning Theory, Psychology, Student Engagement, Social Sciences

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      257 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Present with Purpose: Create/Deliver Effective Presentations

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Public Speaking, Persuasive Communication, Microsoft PowerPoint, Verbal Communication Skills, Target Audience, Communication, Storytelling, Non-Verbal Communication, Drive Engagement, Composure

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      324 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Intercultural Communication and Conflict Resolution

      Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Conflict Management, Communication

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      600 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Budgeting essentials and development

      Skills you'll gain: Budget Management, Budgeting, Financial Management, Cost Control, Performance Management, Business Strategy, Variance Analysis, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Resource Allocation, Financial Reporting, Forecasting

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      290 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Cape Town

      Large Marine Ecosystems: Assessment and Management

      Skills you'll gain: Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Management Systems, Environmental Science, Water Resources, Social Sciences, Environmental Policy, Governance, Environmental Monitoring, Socioeconomics, International Relations, Economics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      304 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular managing people courses

    • Developing a Google SRE Culture: Google Cloud
    • Motivating Gen Z Learners: What Parents and Teachers Need to Know: Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
    • Generative AI in HR - Impact and Application of Gen AI: Board Infinity
    • IELTS Reading Section Skills Mastery: University of California, Irvine
    • Organization Planning and Development for the 6 σ Black Belt: Kennesaw State University
    • Forecasting Skills: See the Future Before it Happens: Institute for the Future
    • Relationship Management and Business Development : Starweaver
    • Learning, Knowledge, and Human Development : University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Present with Purpose: Create/Deliver Effective Presentations: IBM
    • Intercultural Communication and Conflict Resolution: University of California, Irvine

    Frequently Asked Questions about Managing People

    "Learning how to manage people will prepare you for a position as a manager. Managers are needed in every industry, and people in these positions tend to fit into one of three categories.

    Top-level management includes positions such as president, chief operating officer, chief executive officer, and board of directors. In one of these positions, you'll make decisions that affect the direction of the organization. For example, top-level managers establish long-term goals and objectives for the company.

    Middle-level managers usually oversee operations of specific departments or regional facilities. For instance, a district manager of a grocery store chain is a mid-level manager. In this position, you'll take actions that help the organization meet the goals set by top-level leadership. You'll also report your department's successes and shortcomings with higher managers.

    Lower-level management includes positions such as supervisor and shift manager. These are team leaders who offer daily guidance and assignments to workers. These managers also have a hand in the hiring process and address team conflicts and employee grievances."‎

    Managing others requires traits such as confidence, empathy, patience, firmness, and decisiveness. A manager's mood will often set the tone for other workers, so you'll need an optimistic yet practical personality to maintain worker morale. An aptitude for organizing people and delegating tasks is essential.

    When challenges arise, you'll need to be flexible and decisive enough to make adjustments and guide the team through new procedures. When projects fail, you'll need to be willing to take responsibility. Effective managers are also honest and inspiring and serve as role models.‎

    Online courses in management will help you develop practical skills such as conducting interviews, addressing conflict, analyzing worker performance, and setting priorities. You'll also learn a variety of ways to motivate and influence others. Some courses will focus on remote work and the challenges that come with managing teams from a distance. Most of these lessons come in the form of online video lectures and reading assignments.‎

    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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