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    • U

      University of Colorado System

      Agile Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Change Management, Organizational Change, Agile Methodology, Meeting Facilitation, Positivity, Team Building, Resilience, Business Transformation, Team Management, Sprint Retrospectives, Innovation, Sprint Planning, Culture Transformation, Adaptability, Organizational Development, Virtual Teams, Agile Project Management, Team Leadership, Leadership, Leadership Development

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • 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

    • C

      Case Western Reserve University

      Inspired Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Employee Coaching, Coaching, Negotiation, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Leadership Development, Compassion, Leadership, Organizational Change, Organizational Development, Organizational Leadership, Empowerment, Culture Transformation, Strategic Leadership, People Development, Active Listening, Personal Development, Drive Engagement, Professional Development, Leadership and Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.6K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Leadership and Management, Business Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Decision Making, Emotional Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Team Leadership, Leadership, Trustworthiness, Initiative and Leadership, Relationship Building, Waterfall Methodology, Project Management, Self-Awareness

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      74 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Michigan

      High Stakes Leadership: Leading in Times of Crisis

      Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Leadership, Strategic Communication, Resilience, Stakeholder Management, Business Continuity, Organizational Change, Dealing With Ambiguity, Proactivity, Communication Strategies, Business Risk Management, Adaptability, Decision Making

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      439 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      Università Bocconi

      International Leadership and Organizational Behavior

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Team Motivation, Intercultural Competence, Professional Networking, Organizational Leadership, Cultural Diversity, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Communication, Leadership, Relationship Building, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.5K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • R

      Rice University

      Organizational Leadership in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Programs, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Intercultural Competence, Diversity Training, Human Resource Strategy, Employee Retention, Demography, Benchmarking, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Human Resources, Recruitment Strategies, Peer Review, Organizational Development, Workforce Development, Organizational Effectiveness, Program Evaluation, Organizational Change

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      314 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Business Analysis & Process Management

      Skills you'll gain: Process Analysis, Business Process, Business Analysis, Process Mapping, Workflow Management, Process Management, Process Flow Diagrams, Business Process Modeling, Stakeholder Management

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      6.5K reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Leadership: An Introduction

      Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Business Ethics, Creativity, Creative Thinking, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Influencing, Innovation, Diversity and Inclusion, Team Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Business Leadership, Leadership Development, Leadership and Management, Communication, Artificial Intelligence, Decision Making, Cultural Diversity, Agile Project Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • T

      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Leadership and Critical Thinking

      Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Organizational Leadership, Independent Thinking, Positivity, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Leadership, Resilience, Influencing, Motivational Skills, Decision Making, Personal Development, Leadership Development, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Strategic Thinking, Leadership and Management, Emotional Intelligence, Optimism, Research, Complex Problem Solving

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      293 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • N

      Northwestern University

      High Performance Collaboration: Leadership, Teamwork, and Negotiation

      Skills you'll gain: Leadership, Negotiation, Organizational Leadership, Teamwork, Leadership Development, Leadership and Management, Team Management, Team Building, Collaboration, Professional Development, Employee Coaching, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Decision Making, Goal Setting

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New AI skills
      New AI skills
      G

      Google

      Google Project Management:

      Skills you'll gain: Quality Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Scoping, Project Closure, Project Management, Project Planning, Continuous Improvement Process, Agile Project Management, Project Controls, Professional Networking, Backlogs, Agile Software Development, Quality Assessment, Team Management, Project Documentation, Agile Methodology, Communication Planning, Change Management, Milestones (Project Management), Interviewing Skills

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      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      129K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Agile Leadership: University of Colorado System
    • Leading Teams: University of Michigan
    • Inspired Leadership: Case Western Reserve University
    • Leadership: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • High Stakes Leadership: Leading in Times of Crisis: University of Michigan
    • International Leadership and Organizational Behavior: Università Bocconi
    • Organizational Leadership in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Rice University
    • Business Analysis & Process Management: Coursera Project Network
    • Leadership: An Introduction: Johns Hopkins University
    • Leadership and Critical Thinking: Tecnológico de Monterrey

    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)
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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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