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      Packt

      AI Strategy for Business Leaders with ChatGPT, ML & DL

      Skills you'll gain: Business Leadership, Artificial Intelligence, Business Strategy, Risk Management, AI Personalization, Strategic Thinking, Business Transformation, Technology Strategies, Generative AI, Digital Transformation, Project Management Software, Organizational Leadership, ChatGPT, Machine Learning, Data Ethics, Innovation, Emerging Technologies, Automation, Trend Analysis, Return On Investment

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Design de projetos de governo digital

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Master Compliance with MS 365 Copilot: EU Law

      Skills you'll gain: Compliance Management, Microsoft Copilot, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Legal Risk, Compliance Reporting, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Microsoft 365, Audit Working Papers, Process Design, Workflow Management, Business Workflow Analysis, Automation, Prompt Engineering

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Operations Management in Healthcare- Streamlining Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Resource Utilization, Lean Methodologies, Operational Efficiency, Health Care Administration, Operations Management, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Process Improvement, Systems Thinking, Health Technology, Workflow Management, Resource Allocation, Regulatory Requirements, Health Systems, Continuous Improvement Process, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Communication Strategies, Data-Driven Decision-Making

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Simplilearn

      Generative AI Course for Marketing, Sales, and Campaigns

      Skills you'll gain: Lead Generation, Upselling, Business Ethics, AI Personalization, Generative AI, Sales Strategy, Marketing Automation, Cross Selling, Marketing Strategies, Sales Prospecting, Sales, Email Marketing, Blogs, Customer Insights, Content Creation, Customer Engagement, Social Media Marketing, Customer Retention, Customer Relationship Management, Customer experience improvement

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Climate and Health for Healthcare Professions

      Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Environmental Issue, Advocacy, Environmental Science, Community Health, Health Care, Public Health, Patient Education And Counseling, Health Systems, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Systems Thinking, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Policy, Emergency Response

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Simplilearn

      CBAP Certification Business Analysis Training

      Skills you'll gain: Requirements Management, Project Management, Risk Management, Statistical Analysis, Project Planning, Agile Project Management, Microsoft Excel, Solution Design, Cost Management, Project Management Office (PMO), Business Analysis, Excel Formulas, Requirements Elicitation, Stakeholder Management, Scope Management, Pivot Tables And Charts, Team Leadership, Dashboard, Excel Macros, Requirements Analysis

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Security Architecture & Operations

      Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Management, Identity and Access Management, IT Security Architecture, Incident Response, Security Controls, Endpoint Security, Cloud Security, Network Security, Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity, Network Architecture, Data Security, Infrastructure Security, Mobile Security, Threat Detection, Firewall, Encryption, Virtual Private Networks (VPN)

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnKartS

      Email Etiquette

      Skills you'll gain: Business Correspondence, Business Writing, Grammar, Professionalism, Writing, Proofreading, ChatGPT, Business Communication, Cultural Sensitivity, Time Management, Communication, Scheduling

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Georgetown University

      Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies

      Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Assessments, Operations Management, Data Storytelling, Business Strategy, Design Thinking, Competitive Intelligence, Survey Creation, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Social Justice, Descriptive Statistics, Environment, Business Ethics, Capital Budgeting, Market Opportunities, Storytelling, Marketing Planning, International Relations, Artificial Intelligence, Policy Development, Political Sciences

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      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Public Health Principles: Systems and Strategies

      Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Systems Thinking, Program Evaluation, Health Systems, Health Care Administration, Health Equity, Epidemiology, Policy Analysis, Community Health, Media and Communications, Emergency Response

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Virginia

      Coding with AI for MBAs

      Skills you'll gain: Model View Controller, Debugging, JSON, Version Control, Responsive Web Design, Data Modeling, User Interface (UI), HTML and CSS, OpenAI, NoSQL, User Story, Test Case, ChatGPT, Application Deployment, Software Development Tools, Algorithms, Generative AI, Web Design and Development, Google Cloud Platform, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • AI Strategy for Business Leaders with ChatGPT, ML & DL: Packt
    • Design de projetos de governo digital: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • Master Compliance with MS 365 Copilot: EU Law: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Operations Management in Healthcare- Streamlining Systems : Coursera Instructor Network
    • Generative AI Course for Marketing, Sales, and Campaigns: Simplilearn
    • Climate and Health for Healthcare Professions: Duke University
    • CBAP Certification Business Analysis Training: Simplilearn
    • Security Architecture & Operations: Packt
    • Email Etiquette: LearnKartS
    • Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies: Georgetown 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

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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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