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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      ما هي الإدارة ولماذا نحتاج إليها |What and Why of Management

      Skills you'll gain: Business Management, Leadership and Management, Business Administration, Performance Management, Organizational Structure, Team Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Goal Setting, Leadership, Human Resources

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      280 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Multimodal Literacies: Communication and Learning in the Era of Digital Media

      Skills you'll gain: Differentiated Instruction, Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Literacy, Pedagogy, Oral Expression, Education Software and Technology, Learning Strategies, Human Learning, Media and Communications, Multimedia, Cultural Diversity, Digital Communications, Writing, Non-Verbal Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      165 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EIT Digital

      Business Implications of AI: Full course

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Decision-Making, Business Strategy, Business Leadership, Decision Making, Corporate Strategy, Organizational Strategy, Business, Artificial Intelligence, Technology Strategies, Digital Transformation, Organizational Change, Emerging Technologies

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Introduction to Business Analytics: Communicating with Data

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Data Collection, Data Quality, Business Analytics, Data Visualization Software, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Communication, R Programming

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      629 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      INSEAD

      Web3 and Blockchain in Global Commerce

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Digital Assets, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Supply Chain, Governance, Supply Chain Management, Business Transformation, FinTech, Business Analysis, Market Opportunities, Competitive Analysis, Interoperability, Business Leadership, Strategic Partnership, Emerging Technologies, Logistics, Market Analysis, Leadership, E-Commerce, Cryptography

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      63 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      IBM

      Generative AI: Business Transformation and Career Growth

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, OpenAI, Leadership and Management, Business Leadership, Strategic Leadership, ChatGPT, Prompt Engineering, Business Development, Content Creation, Business Transformation, Innovation, Emerging Technologies, Digital Transformation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      145 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of Michigan

      Introduction to Healthcare Management

      Skills you'll gain: Health Care Administration, Clinical Leadership, Community Health, Public Health, Human Resources Management and Planning, Health Systems, Electronic Medical Record, Financial Management, Marketing Communications, Leadership and Management, Quality Improvement, Philanthropy, Health Care, Health Policy, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Structure, Fundraising, Performance Measurement

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      63 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Get started with Asana

      Skills you'll gain: Project Management Software, Project Management, Project Coordination, Workflow Management, Timelines, Organizational Skills, Collaborative Software, Team Management, User Accounts

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      135 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Universidad Austral

      Modalidades organizacionales ágiles en base a la Metodología Scrum

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Structure, Organizational Change, Agile Methodology, Culture Transformation, Business Transformation, Agile Project Management, Sprint Retrospectives, Sprint Planning, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Continuous Improvement Process, Complex Problem Solving

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      137 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Shanghai Jiao Tong University

      当代应用心理学

      Skills you'll gain: Human Factors, Consumer Behaviour, Psychological Evaluations, Psychology, Organizational Effectiveness, Occupational Safety And Health, Mental Health, Professional Development, Emotional Intelligence, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, People Management, Behavioral Health, Market Research, Leadership, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Scientific Methods, Interviewing Skills

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      92 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of California, Irvine

      La comunicación laboral en el siglo XXI

      Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Team Building, Teamwork, Assertiveness, Business Communication, Communication, Conflict Management, Non-Verbal Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Professionalism, Emotional Intelligence, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Responsiveness

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      558 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Colaboración dinámica

      Skills you'll gain: Collaboration, Team Management, Risk Management, Planning, Leadership, Strategic Communication, Communication, Adaptability, Technology Solutions, Problem Solving

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      266 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • ما هي الإدارة ولماذا نحتاج إليها |What and Why of Management: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Multimodal Literacies: Communication and Learning in the Era of Digital Media : University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Business Implications of AI: Full course: EIT Digital
    • Introduction to Business Analytics: Communicating with Data : University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Web3 and Blockchain in Global Commerce: INSEAD
    • Generative AI: Business Transformation and Career Growth: IBM
    • Introduction to Healthcare Management: University of Michigan
    • Get started with Asana: Coursera Project Network
    • Modalidades organizacionales ágiles en base a la Metodología Scrum: Universidad Austral
    • 当代应用心理学: Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    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

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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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