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      University of Michigan

      Leading People and Teams Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Leadership, Business Leadership, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Professional Development, Recruitment, Talent Management, Self-Awareness, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      538 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Introducción a la gestión de proyectos

      Skills you'll gain: Coordinating, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Planning, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Project Management, Project Schedules, Project Scoping, Project Implementation, Leadership, Interpersonal Communications

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      591 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Supply Chain Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Market Share, Benchmarking, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Customer experience improvement, Analytics, Financial Analysis, Inventory Management System, Data Analysis, Cost Estimation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Cost Reduction

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      805 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Universidad de Palermo

      Liderazgo y Desarrollo Personal

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Emotional Intelligence, Digital Transformation, Diversity and Inclusion, Business Leadership, Business Transformation, Diversity Awareness, Leadership, Team Leadership, Professional Development, Leadership and Management, Cultural Diversity, Constructive Feedback, Creativity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Collaboration, Organizational Change, Communication, Adaptability, Telecommuting

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      327 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Introduction to OSHA: Safety Standards and Compliance

      Skills you'll gain: Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Occupational Safety And Health, Safety Training, Health And Safety Standards, Safety Culture, Compliance Management, Regulatory Compliance, Labor Law

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      180 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Applying Data Analytics in Finance

      Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Portfolio Management, Financial Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Analytics, Financial Trading, Financial Market, Performance Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Investment Management, Risk Management, Regression Analysis, Algorithms

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      219 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      ISC2

      Incident Response, BC, and DR Concepts

      Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, Cybersecurity, Security Management, Crisis Management, Information Assurance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      241 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Columbia University

      The Construction Industry: The Way Forward

      Skills you'll gain: Construction, Business Transformation, Innovation, Architecture and Construction, Construction Management, Workforce Development, Civil Engineering, Emerging Technologies, Digital Transformation, Thought Leadership, Building Information Modeling, Automation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Sustainability Reporting, Machine Learning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      363 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Healthcare Management and Finance

      Skills you'll gain: Health Care Administration, Clinical Leadership, Community Health, Financial Statements, Mergers & Acquisitions, Capital Budgeting, Price Negotiation, Financial Accounting, Public Health, Financial Statement Analysis, Human Resources Management and Planning, Strategic Decision-Making, Financial Analysis, Health Systems, Electronic Medical Record, Financial Management, Marketing Communications, Return On Investment, Balance Sheet, Resource Utilization

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      78 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google

      Google Project Management

      Skills you'll gain: Backlogs, Quality Management, Project Closure, Project Planning, Scope Management, Team Management, Project Scoping, Agile Project Management, Budget Management, Project Risk Management, Milestones (Project Management), Team Leadership, Communication Planning, Agile Software Development, Product Roadmaps, Sprint Retrospectives, Resource Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Change Management, Project Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      358 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universidad Austral

      Diseño de Experiencia en Servicios

      Skills you'll gain: Service Design, Customer experience improvement, User Research, Customer experience strategy (CX), Experience Design, Customer Service, Service Improvement, Design Thinking, Expectation Management, Customer Insights, Consumer Behaviour

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      714 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Brand Management: Strategies for a Strong Brand

      Skills you'll gain: Brand Management, Branding, Brand Strategy, Brand Awareness, Brand Loyalty, Marketing Psychology, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Thought Leadership, Storytelling, Culture, Customer Engagement, Innovation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      165 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Leading People and Teams Capstone: University of Michigan
    • Introducción a la gestión de proyectos: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Supply Chain Analytics: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Liderazgo y Desarrollo Personal: Universidad de Palermo
    • Introduction to OSHA: Safety Standards and Compliance: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Applying Data Analytics in Finance: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Incident Response, BC, and DR Concepts: ISC2
    • The Construction Industry: The Way Forward: Columbia University
    • Healthcare Management and Finance: University of Michigan
    • Google Project Management: Google

    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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