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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, Sustainable Design, Prototyping, Analysis

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Microsoft

      Team Building and Leadership in Project Management

      Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Virtual Teams, Team Management, Conflict Management, Teamwork, Leadership, Project Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Intercultural Competence, Communication Strategies, Stakeholder Management, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Goal Setting

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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
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      132 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, Consulting, Performance Measurement, Meeting Facilitation, Leadership and Management, Organizational Strategy, Report Writing, Organizational Effectiveness, Leadership, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Management Consulting, Discussion Facilitation, Organizational Change, Philanthropy, Case Studies, Change Management, Strategic Leadership, Leadership Development

      4.4
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      270 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Leading Teams Effectively: Skills for Impactful Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Team Leadership, Team Building, Team Motivation, Leadership Development, Team Management, Team Performance Management, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Professional Development, Teamwork, Personal Development, People Development, Business Leadership, Willingness To Learn, Self-Awareness, Empathy, Conflict Management, Communication

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Measure What Matters

      OKR Certification: Leadership and Goal Setting

      Skills you'll gain: Smart Goals, Goal Setting, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Leadership, Business Priorities, Organizational Strategy, Leadership and Management, Performance Management, Team Performance Management, Employee Performance Management, Prioritization, Recognizing Others, Performance Measurement, Planning, Business Strategy, Constructive Feedback, Communication

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      635 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      Google Project Management

      Skills you'll gain: Quality Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Requirements Analysis, Project Scoping, Project Closure, Project Management, Project Planning, Agile Project Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Project Controls, Backlogs, Milestones (Project Management), Project Risk Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Quality Assessment, Team Management, Agile Methodology, Change Management, Interviewing Skills, Professional Development

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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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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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Connected Leadership: Building Collaborative Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Team Leadership, Management Training And Development, Teamwork, Trustworthiness, People Management, Collaboration, Meeting Facilitation, Leadership, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Empathy, Conflict Management, Communication Strategies, Goal Setting, Communication, Adaptability

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Healthcare Leadership Principles

      Skills you'll gain: Executive Presence, Healthcare Ethics, Health Policy, Health Care Administration, Leadership, Team Leadership, Advocacy, Communication, Strategic Leadership, Change Management, Health Care, Professional Development, Organizational Leadership, Interpersonal Communications

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Starweaver

      Management Skills for New Managers

      Skills you'll gain: Team Motivation, Delegation Skills, Performance Management, Employee Performance Management, Management Training And Development, Emotional Intelligence, People Management, Team Building, Cultural Sensitivity, Leadership Development, Leadership, Communication Strategies, Collaboration, Cross-Functional Collaboration

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      93 reviews

      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, Organizational Leadership, Team Leadership, Coaching, Leadership Development, Organizational Change, Personal Development, Leadership, Resilience, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Positivity, Change Management, People Development, Growth Mindedness, Mindfulness, Relationship Building

      4.7
      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

    • Creative Thinking Tools for Success and Leadership: Imperial College London
    • Team Building and Leadership in Project Management: Microsoft
    • Cybersecurity Leadership and Management: Infosec
    • Improving Leadership & Governance in Nonprofit Organizations: University at Buffalo
    • Leading Teams Effectively: Skills for Impactful Leadership: Coursera Instructor Network
    • OKR Certification: Leadership and Goal Setting: Measure What Matters
    • Google Project Management: Google
    • Principles of Leadership: Leading Technical Organizations: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Connected Leadership: Building Collaborative Teams: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Healthcare Leadership Principles: University of Michigan

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