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    • P

      Peking University

      真格—北大在线创业课堂

      Skills you'll gain: Business Planning, Team Building, Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Entrepreneurial Finance, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Marketing Strategies, Business Writing, Business Development, Business Valuation, Proposal Development, Business Strategy, Commercial Laws, Innovation, Business Leadership

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      174 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      ESADE Business and Law School

      Empresa familiar: gestión, dirección y sucesión

      Skills you'll gain: Succession Planning, Business Modeling, Business Management, Organizational Structure, Governance, Business Risk Management, Systems Thinking, Family Therapy, Business Administration, Relationship Management, Business, Business Leadership, Business Strategy, Innovation, Business Economics, Emerging Technologies, Business Transformation, Human Resource Strategy, Timelines, Economics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      172 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Gestión del análisis de datos

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Data Management, Management Reporting, Analytical Skills, Statistical Inference, Team Management, Statistical Modeling, Data Presentation, Team Leadership, Statistical Methods, Communication

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      93 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of California, Irvine

      Aspectos fundamentales de la gerencia

      Skills you'll gain: Business Management, People Management, Leadership and Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, Leadership, Workforce Planning, Organizational Strategy, Decision Making, Goal Setting

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      729 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      L

      LearnKartS

      Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP®) Certification Course

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Project Risk Management, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Risk Mitigation, Contingency Planning, Continuous Monitoring, Conflict Management, Business Risk Management, Risk Control, Performance Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Agile Project Management, Decision Making, Project Management, Operational Risk, Agile Methodology, Risk Appetite, Operational Analysis, User Story

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      R

      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Advanced Global Procurement and Sourcing

      Skills you'll gain: Supplier Quality Management, Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Enterprise Resource Planning, Purchasing, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Strategic Partnership, Business Risk Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Supplier Relationship Management, Supply Chain, Risk Management, Derivatives, Organizational Structure, Consolidation, Target Audience, Talent Management, Robotic Process Automation, Supply Chain Management, Risk Mitigation

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      52 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • E

      EIT Digital

      Business Implications of AI: A Nano-course

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

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      991 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of North Texas

      Management Foundations in the Hospitality Industry

      Skills you'll gain: Hospitality Management, Hospitality, Employee Training, Human Resources Management and Planning, Performance Appraisal, Leadership and Management, Team Motivation, Training Programs, Human Resources, Customer experience improvement, Recruitment, Employee Performance Management, Human Resource Strategy, Legal Risk, Employee Onboarding, Talent Acquisition, Job Analysis, Interviewing Skills

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      77 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of New Mexico

      Administración Estratégica y Emprendedora

      Skills you'll gain: Business Strategies, Business Management, Business, Business Metrics, Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Organizational Strategy, Corporate Strategy, Performance Measurement, Resource Management, Strategic Leadership, Competitive Analysis, Performance Metric, Entrepreneurship, Market Opportunities, Market Dynamics, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Innovation, Market Trend

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Minnesota

      Skills for Nursing Informatics Leaders

      Skills you'll gain: Nursing Administration, Nursing Management, Leadership, Nursing, Health Informatics, Health Care, General Networking

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      199 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      SAP

      SAP Technology Consultant Hands-on Project

      Skills you'll gain: Solution Design, Project Management, Technology Solutions, Project Implementation, Project Closure, Stakeholder Management, Technical Consulting, Requirements Analysis, Customer Engagement, Test Planning, Benchmarking, Peer Review, SAP Applications, Project Documentation, Business Requirements

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      67 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      إدارة المواهب

      Skills you'll gain: Performance Appraisal, Talent Management, Recruitment Strategies, Workforce Development, Employee Training, Recruitment, Constructive Feedback, Succession Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Talent Pipelining, Employee Performance Management, Performance Management, Leadership Development, Talent Acquisition, Employee Engagement, Branding

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • 真格—北大在线创业课堂: Peking University
    • Empresa familiar: gestión, dirección y sucesión: ESADE Business and Law School
    • Gestión del análisis de datos: Johns Hopkins University
    • Aspectos fundamentales de la gerencia: University of California, Irvine
    • Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP®) Certification Course: LearnKartS
    • Advanced Global Procurement and Sourcing: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Business Implications of AI: A Nano-course: EIT Digital
    • Management Foundations in the Hospitality Industry: University of North Texas
    • Administración Estratégica y Emprendedora: University of New Mexico
    • Skills for Nursing Informatics Leaders: University of Minnesota

    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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