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    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Principles of Management

      Skills you'll gain: Team Management, Team Building, Business Ethics, Employee Coaching, Influencing, Leadership and Management, People Management, Conflict Management, Project Management, Leadership Studies, Decision Making, Relationship Building, Organizational Strategy, Communication, Active Listening, Business Strategy

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      540 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Google

      Project Planning: Putting It All Together

      Skills you'll gain: Project Management, Project Planning, Communication Planning, Project Documentation, Milestones (Project Management), Project Schedules, Risk Management, Cost Management, Budgeting, Estimation, Timelines, Procurement

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      14K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Google

      Project Initiation: Starting a Successful Project

      Skills you'll gain: Project Scoping, Project Documentation, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management, Goal Setting, Project Management Software, Stakeholder Management, Cost Benefit Analysis, Resource Management, Accountability

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      23K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of London

      Corporate Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Strategy, Business Strategy, Resource Allocation, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Management, Organizational Strategy, Mergers & Acquisitions, Growth Strategies, Business Valuation, Portfolio Management, Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.7K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • S

      Stanford University

      Game Theory

      Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Strategic Decision-Making, Mathematical Modeling, Graph Theory, Bayesian Statistics, Behavioral Economics, Probability, Economics, Markov Model, Algorithms

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      4.8K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      I

      IBM

      IBM IT Scrum Master

      Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Software Architecture, Agile Software Development, User Story, Sprint Retrospectives, Agile Methodology, DevOps, Software Design, Kanban Principles, Scrum (Software Development), Information Technology, Software Engineering, Computer Hardware, Agile Project Management, Sprint Planning, Cloud Computing, Backlogs, Cloud-Native Computing, Software Development Methodologies, Network Troubleshooting

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      9.4K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Michigan

      Leading Teams

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

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Google

      Project Execution: Running the Project

      Skills you'll gain: Quality Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Closure, Project Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Project Controls, Quality Assessment, Team Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Project Documentation, Stakeholder Communications, Risk Management, Technical Communication, Meeting Facilitation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      9.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Effective Leadership: Master Management Styles

      Skills you'll gain: Leadership Development, Leadership, Leadership and Management, Team Leadership, Adaptability, Business Leadership, People Management, Team Management, Team Motivation, Self-Awareness

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      77 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      Capstone: Applying Project Management in the Real World

      Skills you'll gain: Project Management, Milestones (Project Management), Project Management Life Cycle, Project Closure, Data Storytelling, Report Writing, Requirements Analysis, Project Risk Management, Project Scoping, Timelines, Stakeholder Management, Project Planning, Project Documentation, Presentations, Stakeholder Communications, Quality Management, Goal Setting, Interviewing Skills, Generative AI Agents, Communication Strategies

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      12K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      R

      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Strategic Sourcing

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Supplier Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Request for Proposal, Request For Quotation (RFQ), Supply Management, Strategic Partnership, Competitive Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      278 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      I

      IBM

      Generative AI Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, ChatGPT, OpenAI, Data Ethics, Large Language Modeling, Leadership and Management, Business Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Business Ethics, Legal Risk, IBM Cloud, Tensorflow, Artificial Intelligence, Program Development, Artificial Neural Networks, Business Development, Deep Learning, Content Creation, Business Transformation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      7K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Principles of Management: Johns Hopkins University
    • Project Planning: Putting It All Together: Google
    • Project Initiation: Starting a Successful Project: Google
    • Corporate Strategy : University of London
    • Game Theory: Stanford University
    • IBM IT Scrum Master: IBM
    • Leading Teams: University of Michigan
    • Project Execution: Running the Project: Google
    • Effective Leadership: Master Management Styles: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Capstone: Applying Project Management in the Real World: Google

    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)
    Change Management (14)
    Innovation (14)
    Negotiation (14)
    Human Resource Management (13)

    Frequently Asked Questions about Strategic Leadership

    Strategic leadership is a type of management where an organizational leader develops a vision for the company's success and then uses their personality and leadership style to get others within the organization on board with the vision. This type of top-down leadership strategy uses tactics, such as group decision-making, conflict resolution, and performance management to introduce change management practices into the organizational structure. Managers using strategic management to enact change may also work with others on goal setting that's focused on the desired results and each individual's skills.‎

    Beneficial outcomes you can expect if you study strategic leadership include increasing your value as an employee, updating your management skills, and getting hands-on practice at combining management techniques with leadership training. If you aren't working in management yet, studying strategic management can help you learn how to be more effective as a manager from the first day on the job. If you're already working in management, adding strategic management skills to your resume can help you move up to a higher level in management by increasing your efficiency and effectiveness as a leader.‎

    Online courses on Coursera can help you learn strategic leadership by putting an abundance of information at your disposal so you can study at your own pace. You'll have the opportunity to apply the information in a hands-on manner and in writing by creating case studies. You'll be able to apply your knowledge to businesses in multiple industries, so when you're ready to use the skills at your job, or with a new employer, you're ready to go.‎

    Solid reading and writing skills are the ones you need the most if you begin learning strategic leadership as a beginner. If you choose courses labeled for intermediate or advanced students, you need to have some knowledge of business management and leadership. Some other skills that could give you a jump start in your studies include analytical skills, critical thinking, and knowledge of accounting and negotiating.‎

    Online Strategic Leadership courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Strategic Leadership skills. Choose from a wide range of Strategic Leadership courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Strategic Leadership, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    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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