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    Find the Best Leadership Course for Your Goals

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      SkillUp EdTech

      Working as a Scrum Master

      Skills you'll gain: Sprint Retrospectives, Sprint Planning, Agile Project Management, Team Building, Agile Methodology, Team Management, Meeting Facilitation, Organizational Change, Team Leadership, User Story, Employee Coaching, Stakeholder Management, Change Management, Conflict Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      74 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      ESSEC Business School

      Companies and climate change

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Environmental Management Systems, Business Transformation, Business Risk Management, Cost Reduction, Business Strategy, Environmental Policy, Stakeholder Engagement, Finance

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      118 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Introduction to Program Management

      Skills you'll gain: Program Management, Project Management Office (PMO), Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management, Stakeholder Management, Organizational Strategy, Team Management, Resource Management, Benefits Administration, Change Management, Governance, Communication

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      71 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create Informative Presentations with Google Slides

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Google Sheets, Google Workspace, Productivity Software, Data Visualization

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      613 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      IBM

      Product Management: Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Usability Testing, Product Lifecycle Management, Product Management, Product Testing, Product Roadmaps, Product Development, New Product Development, Portfolio Management, Market Analysis, Product Requirements, Business Strategy, Demand Generation, Market Intelligence, Marketing Planning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      64 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Introduction to Project Management with ClickUp

      Skills you'll gain: Productivity Software, Collaborative Software, Calendar Management, Organizational Skills, Project Management Software, Scheduling, Prioritization, Document Management, Workflow Management, Goal Setting, User Accounts

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      666 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Free Trial
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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Global Marketing: Building Iconic Brands

      Skills you'll gain: Global Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Planning, Strategic Marketing, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Promotional Strategies, Brand Awareness, Market Analysis, Brand Management, Cultural Diversity, Product Marketing

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      114 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      القيادة المتناقضة كأسلوب تفكير

      Skills you'll gain: Creative Problem-Solving, Cognitive flexibility, Innovation, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Leadership, Leadership Development, Business Leadership, Adaptability, Dealing With Ambiguity, Decision Making

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      القيادة

      Skills you'll gain: Team Motivation, Business Ethics, Emotional Intelligence, Leadership and Management, Business Leadership, Decision Making, Waterfall Methodology, Leadership, Self-Motivation, Organizational Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Communication, Management Training And Development, Project Design, Strategic Decision-Making, Project Management

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Vanderbilt University

      Leading Innovation in Arts and Culture

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Leadership, Organizational Structure, Organizational Strategy, Culture Transformation, Creative Thinking, Organizational Change, Risk Management, Business Strategies, Complex Problem Solving, Technology Solutions, Market Dynamics

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      68 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rice University

      Writing Skills for Engineering Leaders

      Skills you'll gain: Proposal Writing, Business Writing, Concision, Technical Writing, Electronic Media, Report Writing, Business Correspondence, Writing, Editing, Collaboration, Grammar, Professionalism, Planning, Communication Strategies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      483 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      Microsoft

      Program Management Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Program Management, Return On Investment, Project Portfolio Management, Organizational Strategy, Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Leadership and Management, Benefits Administration, Project Closure, Strategic Decision-Making, Governance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      55 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Working as a Scrum Master: SkillUp EdTech
    • Companies and climate change: ESSEC Business School
    • Introduction to Program Management: IBM
    • Create Informative Presentations with Google Slides: Coursera Project Network
    • Product Management: Capstone Project: IBM
    • Introduction to Project Management with ClickUp: Coursera Project Network
    • Global Marketing: Building Iconic Brands: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • القيادة المتناقضة كأسلوب تفكير: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • القيادة : University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Leading Innovation in Arts and Culture: Vanderbilt 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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