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    Find the Best Leadership Course for Your Goals

    • I

      Indian School of Business

      Certificate in Strategic Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Crisis Management, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Leadership, Professional Development, Business Leadership, Growth Strategies, Business Modeling, Leadership Development, Leadership, Leadership and Management, Competitive Analysis, Stakeholder Communications, Executive Presence, Competitive Intelligence, Team Leadership, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Development, Value Propositions, Market Analysis

      University Certificate · 6 - 12 Months

    • A

      Alfaisal University | KLD

      أساسيات الإدارة الرشيقة | Lean Management Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Lean Methodologies, Waste Minimization, Kaizen Methodology, Workflow Management, Process Improvement, Operational Efficiency, Process Analysis, Change Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Employee Training, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Root Cause Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      85 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      G

      Goldman Sachs

      Fundamentos del Liderazgo con Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women

      Skills you'll gain: Leadership Development, Growth Strategies, Business Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Business Strategies, Visionary, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Business Planning, Culture Transformation, Leadership and Management, Business Development, Business, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Goal Setting

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      105 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      Q

      Queen Mary University of London

      Stepping Up: Leading Others

      Skills you'll gain: Team Leadership, Delegation Skills, Team Performance Management, Leadership, People Management, Team Building, Virtual Teams, Mentorship, Conflict Management, Coaching, Constructive Feedback, Goal Setting, Communication Strategies, Cultural Diversity, Diversity and Inclusion

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
      ·
      42 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Transforming Communities

      Skills you'll gain: Needs Assessment, Systems Thinking, Community Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Organizational Change, Resilience, Change Management, Asset Management, Stakeholder Communications, Corporate Sustainability, Collaboration

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      54 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      G

      Goldman Sachs

      Fundamentos de Liderança com o 10,000 Women da Goldman Sachs

      Skills you'll gain: Business Leadership, Leadership Development, Strategic Leadership, Culture Transformation, Business Development, Leadership, Visionary, Business, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Development, Leadership and Management, Self-Awareness

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      109 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Michigan

      إلهام الأفراد وتحفيزهم

      Skills you'll gain: Team Motivation, Visionary, Constructive Feedback, Team Building, Goal Setting, Leadership, Intercultural Competence, Employee Engagement, Performance Management, Expectation Management, Productivity, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      86 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      T

      The University of Notre Dame

      Ethics of Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Conflict Management, Communication Strategies, Business Communication, Business Ethics, Interpersonal Communications, Crisis Management, Strategic Communication, Communication, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      57 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of California, Irvine

      Iniciando e planejando projetos

      Skills you'll gain: Project Planning, Stakeholder Management, Conflict Management, Project Management, Project Scoping, Project Documentation, Influencing, Organizational Structure

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      75 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      How to Create a Good Business

      Skills you'll gain: Management Training And Development, Employee Engagement, Workforce Management, Occupational Safety And Health, Research, Organizational Effectiveness, Workforce Development, Employee Training, Business Research, Communication, Program Evaluation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of California, Davis

      Designing and Implementing Your Coaching Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Employee Coaching, Coaching, Organizational Change, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Management Training And Development, Team Performance Management, Employee Performance Management, Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Performance Measurement, Change Management, Organizational Strategy, Constructive Feedback, Professional Development, Personal Development, Goal Setting, Active Listening, Communication Strategies, Self-Awareness

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      32 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      D

      Duke University

      Digital Transformation for Agile Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Business Transformation, Operational Efficiency, Technology Strategies, Business Modeling, Business Technologies, Organizational Change, Innovation, Agile Methodology, Leadership, Business Strategies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Certificate in Strategic Leadership: Indian School of Business
    • أساسيات الإدارة الرشيقة | Lean Management Fundamentals: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Fundamentos del Liderazgo con Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women: Goldman Sachs
    • Stepping Up: Leading Others: Queen Mary University of London
    • Transforming Communities: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Fundamentos de Liderança com o 10,000 Women da Goldman Sachs: Goldman Sachs
    • إلهام الأفراد وتحفيزهم: University of Michigan
    • Ethics of Communication: The University of Notre Dame
    • Iniciando e planejando projetos: University of California, Irvine
    • How to Create a Good Business: University of Michigan

    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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