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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, Security Strategy, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Leadership and Management, Leadership

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      132 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Managing Employee Performance

      Skills you'll gain: Performance Management, Performance Appraisal, Performance Review, Employee Performance Management, Constructive Feedback, People Management, Staff Management, Employee Engagement, Goal Setting, Culture

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      ​​Church Administration: Human Resources

      Skills you'll gain: Compensation Analysis, Meeting Facilitation, Performance Review, Staff Management, Safety Training, Strategic Leadership, Prioritization, Human Resources, Diversity and Inclusion, Performance Management, Human Resources Management and Planning, Recruitment, Time Management, Organizational Strategy, Human Resource Management, Organizational Skills, Strategic Planning, Business Metrics, Culture, Leadership

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de Palermo

      Liderando Equipos de Trabajo

      Skills you'll gain: Talent Management, Decision Making, Time Management, Productivity, Diversity Programs, Human Resource Strategy, Recruitment Strategies, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Leadership, Conflict Management, Team Motivation, Employee Retention, Human Resources, Cultural Diversity, Diversity and Inclusion, Team Building, Teamwork, Cultural Sensitivity, Recognizing Others, Professional Development

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      287 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Packt

      Change Management

      Skills you'll gain: Change Management, Organizational Change, Organizational Development, Leadership and Management, Business Transformation, Business Leadership, Leadership Development, Continuous Improvement Process, Team Performance Management, Emotional Intelligence, Overcoming Obstacles, Stakeholder Engagement, Employee Engagement

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Principles of Leadership: Leading Technical Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Accountability, Executive Presence, Decision Making, Conflict Management, Business Ethics, Succession Planning, Technical Management, Risk Management, Organizational Structure, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Delegation Skills, Professional Networking, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Strategic Leadership, Business Relationship Management, Relationship Building, Culture Transformation, Business Strategy, Leadership

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      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Gestión del talento humano

      Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, People Management, Leadership and Management, Behavior Management, Productivity, Organizational Effectiveness, Professional Development, Teamwork, Communication, Leadership, Human Resources

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.5K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      SkillUp

      Project Management Communication, Stakeholders & Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Resource Management, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Project Schedules, Resource Planning, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Stakeholder Communications, Negotiation, Project Management, Resource Allocation, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Scheduling, Project Coordination, Team Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Communication, Technical Communication, Decision Making

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      169 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Macquarie University

      Organisational behaviour: Know your people

      Skills you'll gain: People Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Team Building, Team Management, Team Leadership, Leadership, People Development, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Cultural Diversity, Innovation, Conflict Management, Employee Engagement, Decision Making, Communication

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

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Succession Planning

      Skills you'll gain: Succession Planning, People Development, Strategic Leadership, Workforce Planning, Talent Management, Business Planning, Leadership Development, Leadership, Organizational Change, Business Continuity, Training and Development, Change Management, Risk Analysis, Business Risk Management

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Human Resources Management Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Change Management, Performance Review, Human Resource Policies, Recruitment, Smart Goals, Employee Performance Management, Employee Engagement, Diversity and Inclusion, Interviewing Skills, Human Resources, Human Resource Management, Organizational Structure, Employee Onboarding, Health Care Administration, Internal Communications, Labor Law

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Minnesota

      Recruiting, Hiring, and Onboarding Employees

      Skills you'll gain: Workforce Planning, Employee Onboarding, Recruitment, Recruitment Strategies, Full Cycle Recruitment, Talent Acquisition, Job Analysis, Human Resources, Employee Engagement, Talent Sourcing, Interviewing Skills, Decision Making, Diversity and Inclusion

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      4.6K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular people management courses

    • Cybersecurity Leadership and Management: Infosec
    • Managing Employee Performance: University of Minnesota
    • ​​Church Administration: Human Resources: Duke University
    • Liderando Equipos de Trabajo: Universidad de Palermo
    • Change Management: Packt
    • Principles of Leadership: Leading Technical Organizations: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Gestión del talento humano: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Project Management Communication, Stakeholders & Leadership : SkillUp
    • Organisational behaviour: Know your people: Macquarie University
    • Succession Planning: Coursera Instructor Network

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