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      The University of Notre Dame

      The Discipline of Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Change Management, Leadership, Leadership Development, Emotional Intelligence, Strategic Leadership, Business Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Negotiation, Professional Development, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Personal Development

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Business Leadership, Decision Making, Leadership and Management, Emotional Intelligence, Team Motivation, Organizational Leadership, Motivational Skills, Leadership, Trustworthiness, Leadership Development, Waterfall Methodology, Self-Motivation, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management, Self-Awareness

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Researcher Management and Leadership Training

      Skills you'll gain: Mentorship, Budget Management, Performance Management, Coaching, Leadership, Leadership and Management, Team Management, Human Resources Management and Planning, Resource Management, Scientific Methods, Administration, Research, Recruitment, Compliance Management, Goal Setting, Clinical Research

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      401 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Northwestern University

      Leadership Communication for Maximum Impact: Storytelling

      Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Storytelling, Strategic Communication, Leadership, Public Relations, Stakeholder Communications, Branding, Innovation, Presentations, Communication, Brand Management

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Queen Mary University of London

      Stepping Up: Preparing Yourself for Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Leadership Development, Leadership, Delegation Skills, Initiative and Leadership, Influencing, Leadership and Management, Empowerment, Conflict Management, Self-Awareness, Motivational Skills, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Time Management, Constructive Feedback, Drive Engagement, Communication, Self-Motivation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Leadership for the future

      Skills you'll gain: Business Transformation, Corporate Communications, Lifelong Learning, Stakeholder Engagement, Storytelling, Strategic Communication, Internal Communications, Influencing, Business Communication, Leadership, Stakeholder Communications, Talent Management, Strategic Leadership, Business Leadership, Public Relations, Professional Development, Mentorship, Organizational Change, Culture Transformation, Change Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      281 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University at Buffalo

      Improving Leadership & Governance in Nonprofit Organizations

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

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      265 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Leadership and Influence

      Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Negotiation, Leadership, Persuasive Communication, Business Leadership, Leadership Development, Communication, Professional Development, Conflict Management, Initiative and Leadership, Constructive Feedback, Lifelong Learning, Empowerment, Organizational Leadership, People Development, Willingness To Learn, Personal Integrity, Decision Making, Branding, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      71 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Case Western Reserve University

      Inspiring Leadership through Emotional Intelligence

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

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

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Principles of Leadership: Leading Technical Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Technical Management, Team Leadership, Stakeholder Management, Delegation Skills, Negotiation, Team Management, Organizational Leadership, Meeting Facilitation, Leadership, Recognizing Others, Leadership Development, Business Leadership, Leadership and Management, Team Motivation, Team Building, Courage, Mentorship, Decision Making, Collaboration, Communication

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Leadership and Disruption

      Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Business Leadership, Storytelling, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Change, Delegation Skills, Business Transformation, Leadership and Management, Virtual Teams, Team Leadership, Personal Development, Professional Development, Team Management, Digital Transformation, Adaptability, Innovation, Strategic Communication, Constructive Feedback

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      274 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      Foundations of Project Management

      Skills you'll gain: Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management, Organizational Change, Change Management, Project Scoping, Leadership and Management, Organizational Structure, Project Planning, Project Closure, Agile Methodology, Waterfall Methodology, Communication Planning, Strategic Thinking, Decision Making

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

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

    • The Discipline of Leadership: The University of Notre Dame
    • Leadership : University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Researcher Management and Leadership Training: University of Colorado System
    • Leadership Communication for Maximum Impact: Storytelling: Northwestern University
    • Stepping Up: Preparing Yourself for Leadership: Queen Mary University of London
    • Leadership for the future: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Improving Leadership & Governance in Nonprofit Organizations: University at Buffalo
    • Leadership and Influence: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Inspiring Leadership through Emotional Intelligence: Case Western Reserve University
    • Principles of Leadership: Leading Technical Teams: University of Colorado Boulder

    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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