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      Starweaver

      Complete Executive Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Business Writing, Concision, Non-Verbal Communication, Writing, Persuasive Communication, Empathy, Technical Writing, Business Communication, Rapport Building, Business Leadership, Organizational Change, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Business Transformation, Change Management, Communication, Strategic Communication, Marketing Communications, Strategic Marketing

      Intermediate · Specialization · 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

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Leadership and Critical Thinking

      Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Organizational Leadership, Independent Thinking, Positivity, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Leadership, Resilience, Influencing, Motivational Skills, Decision Making, Personal Development, Leadership Development, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Strategic Thinking, Leadership and Management, Emotional Intelligence, Optimism, Research, Complex Problem Solving

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      298 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Neuroscience of Leadership: Leading with Your Brain

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Leadership, Team Motivation, Diversity and Inclusion, Innovation, Team Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Business Transformation, Personal Development, Leadership, Resilience, Strategic Leadership, Team Management, Team Performance Management, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Coaching, Change Management, Psychology, Storytelling

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      122 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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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

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      University of Colorado System

      Researcher Management and Leadership Training

      Skills you'll gain: Performance Management, Mentorship, Budget Management, Team Management, Project Accounting, People Management, Leadership and Management, Recruitment, Leadership, Professional Development, Resource Management, Coaching, Compliance Management, Goal Setting, Clinical Research

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      399 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Kennesaw State University

      Advanced Leadership Skills for the 21st Century

      Skills you'll gain: Leadership Development, Crisis Management, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Change, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Team Leadership, Business Leadership, Change Management, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Visionary, Team Management, Team Building, Dealing With Ambiguity, Organizational Strategy, Coaching, Professional Development, Employee Performance Management, Mentorship

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      65 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      SkillUp EdTech

      Leadership and Team Management

      Skills you'll gain: Team Motivation, Team Leadership, Team Management, Benchmarking, Motivational Skills, Performance Measurement, Change Management, Organizational Change, Six Sigma Methodology, Team Building, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Teamwork, Leadership and Management, Lean Six Sigma, Process Improvement, Business Metrics, Collaboration, Project Management, Organizational Structure, Leadership

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Strategic Leadership: Visionary Skills for Success

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Leadership, Business Leadership, Change Management, Organizational Change, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Visionary, Decision Making, Communication, Culture Transformation, Organizational Strategy, Emotional Intelligence, Conflict Management, Negotiation, Empathy

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Change Leadership: Strategic Route Analysis with Miro

      Skills you'll gain: Change Management, Visionary, Organizational Change, Business Transformation, Strategic Leadership, Innovation, Process Analysis, Leadership and Management, Business Systems Analysis, Business Process Reengineering, Operational Analysis, Adaptability

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Alberta

      How to be a People Leader

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Diversity and Inclusion, Leadership and Management, People Management, Rapport Building, Leadership, Occupational Safety And Health, Leadership Development, Communication, Professionalism, Collaboration, Strategic Leadership, Safety Culture, Stress Management, Empathy, Employee Engagement, Mental Health, Compassion

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Complete Executive Leadership: Starweaver
    • Leadership: An Introduction: Johns Hopkins University
    • Leadership and Critical Thinking: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Neuroscience of Leadership: Leading with Your Brain: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Leading: Human Resource Management and Leadership: Macquarie University
    • Researcher Management and Leadership Training: University of Colorado System
    • Advanced Leadership Skills for the 21st Century: Kennesaw State University
    • Leadership and Team Management: SkillUp EdTech
    • Strategic Leadership: Visionary Skills for Success: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Change Leadership: Strategic Route Analysis with Miro: Coursera Project Network

    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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