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    • University of Colorado Boulder

      Business Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Conflict Management, Constructive Feedback, Teamwork, Business Correspondence, Decision Making, Cooperation, Business Communication, Collaboration, Diversity Awareness, Recognizing Others, Mediation, Writing, Organizational Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Concision, Team Motivation, Tactfulness, Performance Review, Employee Performance Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      10K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Business Value and Project Management

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Revenue Recognition, Organizational Structure, Governance, Financial Statements, Agile Methodology, Organizational Strategy, Waterfall Methodology, Organizational Leadership, Accrual Accounting, Project Closure, Business Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Business Ethics, Cash Flows, Change Management, Financial Accounting, Project Implementation, Project Planning, Bookkeeping

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      7.5K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free

      Yale University

      Introduction to Negotiation: A Strategic Playbook for Becoming a Principled and Persuasive Negotiator

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Conflict Management, Mediation, Leadership, Communication, Persuasive Communication, Influencing, Relationship Building, Game Theory, Strategic Decision-Making

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      5.1K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Advancing Women in Tech

      Leadership Principles for Software Engineers

      Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Engineering Management, Recruitment, Management Training And Development, Employee Retention, Talent Management, Leadership and Management, Talent Acquisition, People Management, Team Management, Team Leadership, Leadership, Interviewing Skills

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      59 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • University of Maryland, College Park

      Modern Product Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Team Motivation, Negotiation, Team Leadership, Product Roadmaps, Team Building, Organizational Leadership, Conflict Management, Leadership, Scaled Agile Framework, Strategic Leadership, Agile Methodology, Leadership and Management, Product Management, Business Leadership, Team Management, People Development, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Product Development, Product Strategy, Decision Making

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Johns Hopkins University

      Executive Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Data Quality, Exploratory Data Analysis, Employee Onboarding, Data Management, Team Motivation, Technical Communication, Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Project Management, Interviewing Skills, Data Science, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Management Training And Development, Organizational Leadership, Data Strategy, Team Management, Analytical Skills, Project Implementation, Team Building, Project Design

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      11K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • University of Pennsylvania

      AI For Business

      Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Generative AI, Data Ethics, HR Tech, Data Governance, Big Data, Machine Learning, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Security, Governance, Business Strategy, Human Resources, Organizational Strategy, Customer Data Management, Credit Risk, Risk Management, Tensorflow, Personalized Service, Data-Driven Decision-Making, People Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: New
      New

      Duke University

      Healthcare Leadership for Climate Change

      Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Design Thinking, Environmental Issue, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Initiative and Leadership, Advocacy, Community Organizing, Leadership, Personal Development, Environmental Science, Environment and Resource Management, Community Health, Visionary, Health Care, Innovation, Environment, Physical Science, Energy and Utilities, International Relations

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • HRCI

      HRCI Human Resource Associate

      Skills you'll gain: Talent Acquisition, Training and Development, Compensation and Benefits, Training Programs, Recruitment, Employee Training, Full Cycle Recruitment, Job Analysis, Employee Performance Management, Compensation Management, Performance Appraisal, Job Evaluation, Developing Training Materials, Compensation Strategy, Human Resource Policies, Organizational Structure, Occupational Safety And Health, Business Continuity Planning, Risk Management, Business Risk Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.4K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • University of Pennsylvania

      Achieving Personal and Professional Success

      Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Active Listening, Negotiation, Communication, Communication Strategies, Persuasive Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Contract Negotiation, Trustworthiness, Interpersonal Communications, Business Communication, Relationship Building, Professional Networking, Conflict Management, Leadership, Growth Mindedness, Personal Development, Optimism, Self-Awareness, Self-Motivation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      3.1K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Macquarie University

      Influencing: Storytelling, Change Management and Governance

      Skills you'll gain: Overcoming Objections, Influencing, Risk Management Framework, Persuasive Communication, Governance, Storytelling, Risk Management, Change Management, Organizational Change, Rapport Building, Meeting Facilitation, Conflict Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Business Transformation, Risk Analysis, Negotiation, Intercultural Competence, Stakeholder Management, Leadership, Process Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      4.3K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • University of California, Irvine

      Initiating and Planning Projects

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Conflict Management, Project Management, Project Planning, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Documentation, Project Scoping, Project Coordination, Organizational Structure, Influencing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      23K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Business Communication: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Business Value and Project Management: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Introduction to Negotiation: A Strategic Playbook for Becoming a Principled and Persuasive Negotiator: Yale University
    • Leadership Principles for Software Engineers: Advancing Women in Tech
    • Modern Product Leadership: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Executive Data Science: Johns Hopkins University
    • AI For Business: University of Pennsylvania
    • Healthcare Leadership for Climate Change: Duke University
    • HRCI Human Resource Associate: HRCI
    • Achieving Personal and Professional Success: University of Pennsylvania

    Skills you can learn in Leadership And Management

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Leadership

    Leadership courses on Coursera offer a broad array of essential skills including:

    • Core leadership principles and styles
    • Emotional intelligence for effective leadership
    • Conflict resolution and negotiation
    • Team motivation and management
    • Organizational culture and change management
    • Decision-making strategies and problem-solving techniques
    • Communication skills for leaders including public speaking and presentation
    • Strategic planning and innovation‎

    No prior management experience is necessary to begin with beginner leadership courses. The curriculum is designed to accommodate learners at various levels:

    • Beginners can start with foundational leadership theories and practices.
    • Intermediate learners can develop their skills in team dynamics and leadership challenges.
    • Advanced professionals can enhance their strategic leadership abilities and organizational impact.‎

    Leadership courses on Coursera offer a range of credentialing options:

    • Certificates that validate leadership and management skills
    • Professional certificates from top universities and industry leaders
    • Specialized course certificates in areas such as transformational leadership or sustainable leadership practices
    • These credentials can help demonstrate leadership capabilities on your resume or for sharing with potential employers or on professional networks.‎

    Skills acquired from leadership courses can enhance career opportunities across all organizational levels and sectors including:

    • Team Leader
    • Operations Manager
    • Executive Director
    • Human Resources Manager
    • Project Manager
    • Professionals in these roles use leadership skills to guide teams, manage projects, and drive organizational success. ‎

    Yes, Coursera offers a variety of free courses across many topics, including leadership. While you can access most course materials for free by auditing the courses, this does not include graded assignments or a completion certificate. For those looking to obtain a certificate to showcase their learning or enhance their professional profile, Coursera provides the option to purchase the course. Additionally, Coursera offers free trials or financial aid to learners who qualify, making certifications more accessible to everyone.‎

    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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