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    Find the Best Leadership Course for Your Goals

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      LearnKartS

      Program Management Professional PMI-PgMP® Certification Prep

      Skills you'll gain: Program Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Closure, Stakeholder Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Scheduling, Project Schedules, Project Management Office (PMO), Project Controls, Stakeholder Communications, Risk Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Governance, Risk Management, Benefits Administration, Project Management, Organizational Strategy, Program Evaluation, Strategic Communication, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      ESSEC Business School

      Animer une séance collaborative

      Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Collaboration, Organizational Skills, Drive Engagement, Teamwork, Innovation, Conflict Management, Decision Making

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      558 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Estrategias y estilos de negociación      

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Business Leadership, Communication Strategies, Strategic Planning, Relationship Building, Decision Making, Intercultural Competence

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      118 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Improve Efficiency in Asana for Project Managers

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Skills, Prioritization, Project Management Software, Workflow Management, Productivity Software

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      107 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      New Technologies for Business Leaders

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Customer Engagement, Business Technologies, Customer experience improvement, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Business Transformation, Business Marketing, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Internet Of Things, Emerging Technologies, Business Ethics, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Business Leadership, Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      439 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Gestión del alcance: el qué de la triple restricción

      Skills you'll gain: Project Scoping, Scope Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Requirements Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management, Milestones (Project Management), Project Planning, Project Estimation, Project Coordination, Project Documentation, Stakeholder Engagement

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      122 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free
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      Vanderbilt University

      Generative AI for University Leaders

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Operational Efficiency, Innovation, Technology Roadmaps, OpenAI, Business Transformation, Data Ethics, ChatGPT, Prompt Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Strategic Leadership, Automation, Workforce Development, Strategic Decision-Making

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      878 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      How to Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

      Skills you'll gain: Standard Operating Procedure, Operational Efficiency, Lean Methodologies, Quality Assurance, Procedure Development, Operational Excellence, Business Process, Occupational Safety And Health, Process Management, Safety Assurance, Workflow Management, Process Improvement and Optimization, Workforce Management, Continuous Improvement Process

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Case Western Reserve University

      Take the Lead on Healthcare Quality Improvement

      Skills you'll gain: Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Patient Safety, Care Management, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Team Management, Systems Thinking, Leadership, Run Chart, Data-Driven Decision-Making

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      ​​Church Administration: Human Resources

      Skills you'll gain: Compensation Analysis, Meeting Facilitation, Performance Appraisal, Staff Management, Safety Training, Strategic Leadership, Prioritization, Human Resources, Performance Management, Human Resources Management and Planning, Recruitment, Time Management, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Skills, Leadership and Management, Business Metrics, Culture, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Leading with Impact: Team Dynamics, Strategy and Ethics

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Thinking, Teamwork, Team Building, Business Leadership, Team Management, Business Ethics, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Leadership and Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Leadership Development, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad de Palermo

      Administración de las Tecnologías de la Información

      Skills you'll gain: Business Process Management, IT Management, Business Process Improvement, Operations Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Information Technology, Information Systems, Business Operations, Enterprise Resource Planning, Quality Management, Customer Relationship Management, IT Infrastructure, Business Technologies, Leadership and Management, Technical Services, Business Intelligence, Business Strategy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      376 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Program Management Professional PMI-PgMP® Certification Prep: LearnKartS
    • Animer une séance collaborative: ESSEC Business School
    • Estrategias y estilos de negociación      : Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Improve Efficiency in Asana for Project Managers: Coursera Project Network
    • New Technologies for Business Leaders: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Gestión del alcance: el qué de la triple restricción: Universidad de los Andes
    • Generative AI for University Leaders : Vanderbilt University
    • How to Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): Coursera Instructor Network
    • Take the Lead on Healthcare Quality Improvement: Case Western Reserve University
    • ​​Church Administration: Human Resources: Duke University

    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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