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    • 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

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      85 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      How to Create an Instagram Business Account

      Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Facebook, Social Media Management, Social Media, Account Management, Social Media Marketing

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • F

      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Liderança e Sociedade

      Skills you'll gain: Leadership Development, Management Training And Development, Succession Planning, Leadership, Professional Development, Strategic Leadership, People Management, Resource Management, Business Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Executive Presence, Influencing, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Structure, Personal Development, Adaptability, Relationship Building, Diversity and Inclusion, Performance Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      91 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Storying the Self: Telling our Stories

      Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Storytelling, Empathy, Relationship Building, Oral Expression, Emotional Intelligence, Communication, Writing and Editing, Public Speaking, Content Creation, Creativity, Media Production

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • S

      Starweaver

      Tools and Techniques for Managing Stress

      Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Mindfulness, Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Time Management, Personal Development, Ability To Meet Deadlines, Organizational Skills, Productivity, Multitasking, Prioritization, Mental Health

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      33 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Colorado System

      Capstone: Creating A Sustainability Proposal

      Skills you'll gain: Proposal Development, Sales Presentation, Environmental Issue, Stakeholder Engagement, Corporate Sustainability, Proposal Writing, Budgeting, Program Implementation, Business Planning, Financial Analysis, Feasibility Studies, Operational Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • W

      West Virginia University

      Compensation, Expenses and Quotas

      Skills you'll gain: Expense Management, Sales Management, Operating Expense, Compensation Strategy, Travel Arrangements, Transportation Operations, Compensation Management, Sales Strategy, Sales, Cost Control, Performance Metric, Goal Setting

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • F

      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Gestão de Recursos Humanos

      Skills you'll gain: Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Human Capital, Team Performance Management, Team Management, Diversity Programs, Fundraising, Compensation and Benefits, Business Transformation, Compensation Management, Compensation Strategy, Management Training And Development, Employee Retention, Benefits Administration, Workforce Development, Talent Management, People Management, Business Leadership, Strategic Leadership

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      75 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      A

      Amazon Web Services

      Building a Generative AI-Ready Organization

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Strategic Decision-Making, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Business Transformation, Innovation, Business Strategy, Business Strategies, Operational Efficiency, Technology Strategies, Business Process Automation, Program Implementation, Project Implementation, Technology Solutions, Competitive Analysis

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      67 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • D

      Duke University

      Strategic Management for Churches

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Leadership and Management, Business Metrics, Culture, Organizational Leadership, Business Priorities, Leadership, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Performance Measurement, Goal Setting, Communication

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
      I

      Illinois Tech

      Industrial Psychology

      Skills you'll gain: Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Job Analysis, Talent Management, Leadership and Management, Team Leadership, Leadership, Performance Appraisal, Human Resources, Diversity and Inclusion, Occupational Safety And Health, Employee Performance Management, Organizational Development, Workforce Development, Employee Engagement, Research, Scientific Methods, Employee Training, Psychological Evaluations, Psychology, Cultural Diversity

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Getting Started with Technology Startups

      Skills you'll gain: Value Propositions, Design Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Ideation, New Product Development, Innovation, Strategic Thinking, Technology Strategies, Business Strategies, Business Modeling, Competitive Analysis, Market Analysis

      Build toward a degree

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
      ·
      18 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • إلهام الأفراد وتحفيزهم: University of Michigan
    • How to Create an Instagram Business Account: Coursera Project Network
    • Liderança e Sociedade: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Storying the Self: Telling our Stories: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Tools and Techniques for Managing Stress: Starweaver
    • Capstone: Creating A Sustainability Proposal: University of Colorado System
    • Compensation, Expenses and Quotas: West Virginia University
    • Gestão de Recursos Humanos: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Building a Generative AI-Ready Organization: Amazon Web Services
    • Strategic Management for Churches: 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)
    Project Management (30)
    Plan (25)
    Planning (24)
    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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