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    Find the Best Leadership Course for Your Goals

    • U

      University of Colorado System

      Inclusive Leadership: The Power of Workplace Diversity

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Self-Awareness, Empathy, Leadership, Interpersonal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Active Listening, Communication, Cultural Sensitivity, Constructive Feedback, Culture

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Leadership: An Introduction

      Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Business Ethics, Creativity, Creative Thinking, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Influencing, Innovation, Diversity and Inclusion, Team Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Business Leadership, Leadership Development, Leadership and Management, Communication, Artificial Intelligence, Decision Making, Cultural Diversity, Agile Project Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: New
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      C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Results-Driven Leadership for High-Performing Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Team Motivation, Accountability, Organizational Leadership, Drive Engagement, Team Leadership, Dealing With Ambiguity, Leadership, Leadership and Management, Team Performance Management, Leadership Development, Strategic Leadership, Team Management, Business Leadership, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Stress Management, Professional Development, Innovation, Self-Awareness

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      The University of Notre Dame

      The Discipline of Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Leadership Development, Change Management, Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Business Ethics, Business Leadership, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Influencing, Self-Awareness, Communication Strategies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      38 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      C

      Case Western Reserve University

      Women in Leadership: Inspiring Positive Change

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Leadership Development, Professional Development, Organizational Leadership, Communication, Leadership, Influencing, Personal Development, Empowerment, Business Leadership, Relationship Building, Self-Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Assertiveness

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      550 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Macquarie University

      Leading: Human Resource Management and Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: People Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Human Resource Strategy, Team Building, Organizational Strategy, Team Management, Leadership, Organizational Structure, Team Leadership, People Development, Business Leadership, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Organizational Effectiveness, Leadership Development, Brand Management, Branding, Employee Engagement, Strategic Thinking

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.9K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Infosec

      Cybersecurity Leadership and Management

      Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, Security Management, Incident Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, IT Management, Information Systems Security, Cybersecurity, Governance, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Security Controls, Asset Management, Security Requirements Analysis, Information Assurance, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Leadership and Management, Leadership, Technical Communication

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      129 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Q

      Queen Mary University of London

      Getting Started with Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Organizational Change, Time Management, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Organizational Structure, Business Leadership, Leadership, Executive Presence, Leadership Development, Influencing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      88 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Infosec

      Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, Security Management, Information Systems Security, Cybersecurity, Governance, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Risk, Information Assurance, Leadership, Change Management, Business Leadership

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      85 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Northwestern University

      Leadership Communication for Maximum Impact: Storytelling

      Skills you'll gain: Leadership, Corporate Communications, Strategic Communication, Storytelling, Business Leadership, Media Relations, Stakeholder Communications, Public Relations, Innovation, Crisis Management, Communication, Branding

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Rice University

      Leadership Development for Engineers

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Professional Networking, Team Motivation, Creative Problem-Solving, Team Management, Prioritization, Stress Management, Meeting Facilitation, Relationship Management, Goal Setting, Time Management, Relationship Building, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Self-Awareness, Communication, Professional Development, Mentorship, Active Listening, Leadership

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University at Buffalo

      Improving Leadership & Governance in Nonprofit Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Governance, Peer Review, Consulting, Non-Profit Accounting, Performance Measurement, Meeting Facilitation, Leadership and Management, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Leadership, Report Writing, Organizational Effectiveness, Leadership, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Organizational Change, Philanthropy, Change Management, Resource Management, Strategic Leadership, Leadership Development

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      263 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Inclusive Leadership: The Power of Workplace Diversity: University of Colorado System
    • Leadership: An Introduction: Johns Hopkins University
    • Results-Driven Leadership for High-Performing Teams: Coursera Instructor Network
    • The Discipline of Leadership: The University of Notre Dame
    • Women in Leadership: Inspiring Positive Change: Case Western Reserve University
    • Leading: Human Resource Management and Leadership: Macquarie University
    • Cybersecurity Leadership and Management: Infosec
    • Getting Started with Leadership: Queen Mary University of London
    • Leadership: Infosec
    • Leadership Communication for Maximum Impact: Storytelling: Northwestern 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.

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