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    • P

      Packt

      Guide to Project Management and PMI-PMP Certification Exam

      Skills you'll gain: Cost Management, Project Schedules, Scope Management, Stakeholder Management, Agile Methodology, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Stakeholder Engagement, Work Breakdown Structure, Microsoft Project, Agile Project Management, Project Coordination, Project Risk Management, Project Management, Requirements Management, Lean Methodologies, Project Planning, Project Documentation, Change Control

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of California, Irvine

      Управление рисками проекта и изменениями

      Skills you'll gain: Project Risk Management, Scope Management, Project Management, Strategic Communication, Stakeholder Management, Change Management, Stakeholder Communications, Risk Analysis, Cost Management, Communication, Management Reporting

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      82 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
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      SkillUp EdTech

      Generative AI: A Game Changer for Program Managers

      Skills you'll gain: Program Management, Generative AI Agents, Risk Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Risk Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Stakeholder Management, Project Management, Organizational Strategy, Business Ethics, Stakeholder Communications, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Requirements Analysis, Governance, Benefits Administration

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of London

      Explore Management Concepts through Metaphor and Music

      Skills you'll gain: Leadership and Management, Organizational Structure, Organizational Leadership, Music, Drive Engagement, Human Relations Movement, Business Management, Storytelling, Leadership, Organizational Effectiveness, Productivity, Innovation, Writing and Editing, Employee Engagement, Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      N

      Northwestern University

      Power Onboarding

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Employee Onboarding, Professional Networking, Organizational Effectiveness, Quick Learning, Organizational Development, Professional Development, Relationship Building, Organizational Change, Organizational Skills, Planning, Adaptability, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Self-Awareness

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      NGO Startup Analysis with Nonprofit Business Model Canvas

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Grant Writing, Resource Allocation, Strategic Decision-Making, Proposal Development, Resource Management, Business Strategy, Business Modeling, Value Propositions, Social Work

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      19 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Advancing Health Equity: A Guide to Reducing Bias in Healthcare

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Health Equity, Health Disparities, Accountability, Cultural Diversity, Healthcare Ethics, Cultural Responsiveness, Community Health

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
      U

      University of Michigan

      GIS: Geographic Information Systems for Sustainability

      Skills you'll gain: Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Mapping, Spatial Data Analysis, Datamaps, Spatial Analysis, Data Storytelling, Environmental Monitoring, Heat Maps, Forecasting, Trend Analysis

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      RStudio for Six Sigma - Basic Descriptive Statistics

      Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Methods, Descriptive Statistics, Data Visualization, Data Import/Export, Pareto Chart, Histogram, Statistical Analysis, Six Sigma Methodology, Box Plots, R Programming, Probability Distribution, Data Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      64 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Neuroscience of Leading Transformational Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Innovation, Business Transformation, Organizational Leadership, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Business Leadership, Organizational Development, Cultural Diversity, Human Capital, Leadership, Team Performance Management, Change Management, Team Leadership, Business Strategy, Decision Making, Neurology

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for PR Specialists

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Public Relations, Content Creation, Marketing and Public Relations, Corporate Communications, Media Relations, Productivity Software, Crisis Management, Team Leadership, Data Ethics, Promotions and Campaigns, Social Media Campaigns

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Q

      Queen Mary University of London

      Influencing the Organisation

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Change Management, Professional Networking, Matrix Management, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Organizational Structure, Business Leadership, Influencing, Professional Development, Organizational Strategy, Personal Development, Storytelling

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      23 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Guide to Project Management and PMI-PMP Certification Exam: Packt
    • Управление рисками проекта и изменениями: University of California, Irvine
    • Generative AI: A Game Changer for Program Managers: SkillUp EdTech
    • Explore Management Concepts through Metaphor and Music: University of London
    • Power Onboarding: Northwestern University
    • NGO Startup Analysis with Nonprofit Business Model Canvas: Coursera Project Network
    • Advancing Health Equity: A Guide to Reducing Bias in Healthcare: University of Michigan
    • GIS: Geographic Information Systems for Sustainability: University of Michigan
    • RStudio for Six Sigma - Basic Descriptive Statistics: Coursera Project Network
    • The Neuroscience of Leading Transformational Organizations: University of Colorado Boulder

    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)
    Project Management (30)
    Plan (25)
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    Modeling (17)
    Analytics (16)
    Human Resources (16)
    Decision-making (15)
    Change Management (14)
    Innovation (14)
    Negotiation (14)
    Human Resource Management (13)

    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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