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    Find the Best Leadership Course for Your Goals

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      LearnKartS

      Project Management and Risk Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Project Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Agile Project Management, Project Management, Agile Methodology, Risk Appetite, User Story, Sprint Retrospectives

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Compromiso del paciente: resultados clínicos satisfactorios

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Leadership, Patient Safety, Patient Education And Counseling, Primary Care, Healthcare Ethics, Health Care, Preventative Care, Care Coordination, Health Care Administration, Patient Education and Support, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Health Disparities, Health Technology, Health Systems, Professionalism, Psychosocial Assessments, Nutrition and Diet, Science and Research, Clinical Research, Medical Science and Research

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      42 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnKartS

      Models, Methods, and Artifacts

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Project Management, Project Planning, Performance Analysis, Negotiation, Estimation, Project Coordination, Change Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Events and Conferences, Meeting Facilitation, Analysis

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      HEC Paris

      Become a changemaker, build a career with purpose and impact

      Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Innovation, Personal Development, Empowerment, Entrepreneurship, Action Oriented, Creative Problem-Solving, Community Development, Social Work, Professional Development, Visionary, Business Transformation, Initiative and Leadership, Corporate Sustainability, Organizational Change, Planning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Sustainable Innovation for Subsistence Marketplaces

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Environmental Issue, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Corporate Sustainability, Human Centered Design, Business Planning, Market Analysis, Market Research, Consumer Behaviour, Needs Assessment, Qualitative Research

      Build toward a degree

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      125 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create Employee Management System with When I Work

      Skills you'll gain: Applicant Tracking Systems, Workforce Management, Talent Acquisition, Staff Management, Payroll, Team Management, Data Entry, Scheduling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      220 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Learn and design an attractive PowerPoint presentation

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft PowerPoint, Presentations, Sales Presentations, Productivity Software, Microsoft 365, Technical Communication

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      117 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Florida

      Fixing Healthcare Delivery

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Organizational Change, Health Systems, Lean Methodologies, Patient Flow, Care Coordination, Accident Prevention, Change Management, Leadership, Quality Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, Continuous Improvement Process, Team Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      136 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidade de São Paulo

      Gestão de Riscos e de Mudanças em Projetos

      Skills you'll gain: Project Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Project Controls, Change Control, Performance Metric, Scope Management, Project Management, Change Management, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Sprint Retrospectives, Communication

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      297 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Board Infinity

      Advanced SHRM Competencies and Knowledge

      Skills you'll gain: Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Recruitment Strategies, Human Resource Strategy, Leadership Development, HR Tech, Organizational Change, Communication, Strategic Leadership, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Organizational Effectiveness, Innovation, Team Building, Change Management, Employee Onboarding, Decision Making, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      London Business School

      Introduction to Digital Transformation: Change & Disruption

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Business Transformation, Organizational Change, Change Management, Innovation, Business Strategy, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Emerging Technologies, Business Technologies, Business Modeling, Operational Efficiency

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      44 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Effective Stakeholder Engagement: A Strategic Approach

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Leadership, Strategic Communication, Strategic Planning, Communication, Relationship Building, Prioritization

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Project Management and Risk Fundamentals: LearnKartS
    • Compromiso del paciente: resultados clínicos satisfactorios: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Models, Methods, and Artifacts: LearnKartS
    • Become a changemaker, build a career with purpose and impact: HEC Paris
    • Sustainable Innovation for Subsistence Marketplaces: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Create Employee Management System with When I Work: Coursera Project Network
    • Learn and design an attractive PowerPoint presentation : Coursera Project Network
    • Fixing Healthcare Delivery: University of Florida
    • Gestão de Riscos e de Mudanças em Projetos: Universidade de São Paulo
    • Advanced SHRM Competencies and Knowledge: Board Infinity

    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)
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    Decision-making (15)
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    Innovation (14)
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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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