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      IBM

      IBM IT Scrum Master

      Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Agile Software Development, User Story, Sprint Retrospectives, Software Architecture, Development Environment, Agile Methodology, DevOps, Kanban Principles, Engineering Software, Information Technology, Software Design, Software Development Tools, Computer Hardware, Software Engineering, Agile Project Management, Program Development, Systems Development, Software Documentation, Sprint Planning

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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

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Leadership and Society

      Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Mediation, Leadership Studies, Negotiation, Conflict Management, Diplomacy, Leadership, Policy Analysis, Leadership Development, Social Justice, Organizational Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Leadership and Management, Emergency Response, Strategic Leadership, Business Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Public Policies, Policy Development, Political Sciences

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Imperial College London

      Creative Thinking Tools for Success and Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Design Thinking, Ideation, Creativity, Creative Problem-Solving, Problem Solving, Cognitive flexibility, Innovation, Critical Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Systems Thinking, Analysis

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      IBM IT Project Manager

      Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Stakeholder Engagement, Agile Software Development, Project Management Life Cycle, Resource Management, Risk Management, Peer Review, Earned Value Management, Software Architecture, Development Environment, Stakeholder Management, Agile Methodology, Project Risk Management, Team Motivation, Kanban Principles, Project Schedules, Information Technology, Sprint Retrospectives, Interviewing Skills, Project Management

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Microsoft

      Team Building and Leadership in Program Management

      Skills you'll gain: Team Leadership, Virtual Teams, Team Building, Conflict Management, Teamwork, Leadership and Management, Intercultural Competence, Program Management, Project Management, Leadership, Communication Strategies, Simulation and Simulation Software, Emotional Intelligence

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      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Case Western Reserve University

      Inspiring Leadership through Emotional Intelligence

      Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Compassion, Coaching, Organizational Change, Personal Development, Leadership, Resilience, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Positivity, Change Management, Mindfulness, Relationship Building

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      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

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Dartmouth College

      Lessons on Wisdom: Personal Leadership for Your Life

      Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Communication, Innovation, Personal Development, Curiosity, Productivity, Time Management, Self-Awareness, Leadership, Growth Mindedness, Resilience, Adaptability, Stress Management

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      109 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Leadership and Influence

      Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Negotiation, Leadership, Conflict Management, Persuasive Communication, Leadership Development, Professional Development, Business Leadership, Communication, Initiative and Leadership, Empowerment, Personal Development, Drive Engagement, Communication Strategies, Team Building, Constructive Feedback, Decision Making, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      68 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Environmental Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Initiative and Leadership, Community Organizing, Leadership, Environmental Issue, Personal Development, Environment and Resource Management, Visionary, Innovation, Decision Making, Social Justice, Creative Problem-Solving, Empowerment, Collaboration, Goal Setting, Diversity Awareness

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rice University

      Personal Leadership Development Planning and Leading High Performing Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Team Motivation, Team Management, Goal Setting, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Professional Development, Teamwork, Leadership, Personal Development, Team Building, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Prioritization

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • IBM IT Scrum Master: IBM
    • Leadership Communication for Maximum Impact: Storytelling: Northwestern University
    • Leadership and Society: O.P. Jindal Global University
    • Creative Thinking Tools for Success and Leadership: Imperial College London
    • IBM IT Project Manager: IBM
    • Team Building and Leadership in Program Management: Microsoft
    • Inspiring Leadership through Emotional Intelligence: Case Western Reserve University
    • Women in Leadership: Inspiring Positive Change: Case Western Reserve University
    • Lessons on Wisdom: Personal Leadership for Your Life: Dartmouth College
    • Leadership and Influence: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    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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