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    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      مهارات العمل الجماعي: التواصل الفعّال في مجموعات

      Skills you'll gain: Teamwork, Conflict Management, Innovation, Negotiation, Team Building, Collaboration, Creativity, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Virtual Teams, Media and Communications, Cultural Diversity, Diversity and Inclusion, Decision Making, Digital Communications

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      345 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Supplier Management

      Skills you'll gain: Supplier Management, Procurement, Supplier Relationship Management, Supplier Performance Management, Vendor Management, Strategic Sourcing, Contract Management, Risk Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Ethics, Quality Assessment

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      239 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      I

      ISC2

      Access Control Concepts

      Skills you'll gain: Security Controls, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Authorization (Computing), Cyber Security Policies, Identity and Access Management, Data Access, Security Awareness, Authentications

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      142 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Advancing Women in Tech

      Real-World Engineering Management

      Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Engineering Management, Goal Setting, Systems Architecture, Technical Management, API Design, System Design and Implementation, Technical Product Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Recruitment, Program Management, Team Performance Management, Technical Communication, Management Training And Development, Microservices, Employee Retention, Employee Coaching, Talent Management, Leadership and Management, Talent Acquisition

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      80 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      I

      Illinois Tech

      Marketing Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Global Marketing, Brand Management, Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Branding, Customer Relationship Management, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Digital Marketing, Marketing Communications, Marketing Channel, Business Ethics, Market Research, Value Propositions, Consumer Behaviour, Corporate Sustainability, Innovation

      Build toward a degree

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      78 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • B

      BCG

      Transformación digital

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Business Transformation, Product Lifecycle Management, Technology Strategies, Design Thinking, Competitive Analysis, Corporate Strategy, Business Strategy, Business Technologies, Business Economics, Process Design, Technology Roadmaps, Emerging Technologies, Market Dynamics, Business Modeling, Innovation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      267 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of California, Irvine

      Hiring Practices

      Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Recruitment, Recruitment Strategies, Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, Executive Recruitment, Employee Onboarding, Employee Retention, Diversity and Inclusion, Job Analysis, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Organizational Strategy

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      173 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • S

      Sciences Po

      Entreprendre dans les Industries Culturelles à l'ère du numérique

      Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Promotional Strategies, Business Modeling, Business Leadership, Content Creation, Innovation, Business Strategy, Digital Transformation, Marketing Budgets, Entrepreneurial Finance, Intellectual Property, Digital Media Strategy, Consumer Behaviour

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      158 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      SkillUp EdTech

      Practice Exam for CAPM Certification

      Skills you'll gain: Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Cost Management, Project Planning, Risk Management, Stakeholder Engagement

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      113 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Developing an Agile Team

      Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Team Building, Team Management, Sprint Retrospectives, Innovation, Sprint Planning, Agile Methodology, Virtual Teams, Agile Project Management, Team Leadership, Social Sciences, Organizational Leadership, Change Management, Psychology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      512 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Arizona State University

      商务英语课程:管理与领导力英语 Management & Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Business Writing, Active Listening, Business Correspondence, Employee Coaching, Business Communication, Constructive Feedback, Telephone Skills, Leadership, Leadership and Management, Recruitment, Verbal Communication Skills, English Language, Team Building, Communication, Communication Strategies, Grammar, Vocabulary

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • V

      Vanderbilt University

      Change Management for Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Change Management, Organizational Change, Business Transformation, Generative AI, Scalability, Innovation, Stakeholder Management, Workforce Management, Employee Training, Leadership, Strategic Decision-Making

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      104 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    • مهارات العمل الجماعي: التواصل الفعّال في مجموعات: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Supplier Management: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Access Control Concepts: ISC2
    • Real-World Engineering Management: Advancing Women in Tech
    • Marketing Strategy: Illinois Tech
    • Transformación digital: BCG
    • Hiring Practices: University of California, Irvine
    • Entreprendre dans les Industries Culturelles à l'ère du numérique: Sciences Po
    • Practice Exam for CAPM Certification: SkillUp EdTech
    • Developing an Agile Team: University of Colorado System

    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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