• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Coursera
  • Online Degrees
  • Careers
  • Log In
  • Join for Free
    Coursera
    • Browse
    • Initiative And Leadership
    Skip to search results

    Filter by

    Subject
    Required
     *

    Language
    Required
     *

    The language used throughout the course, in both instruction and assessments.

    Learning Product
    Required
     *

    Build job-relevant skills in under 2 hours with hands-on tutorials.
    Learn from top instructors with graded assignments, videos, and discussion forums.
    Learn a new tool or skill in an interactive, hands-on environment.
    Get in-depth knowledge of a subject by completing a series of courses and projects.
    Earn career credentials from industry leaders that demonstrate your expertise.
    Earn career credentials while taking courses that count towards your Master’s degree.
    Earn your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree online for a fraction of the cost of in-person learning.
    Complete graduate-level learning without committing to a full degree program.
    Earn a university-issued career credential in a flexible, interactive format.
    Graduate level learning within reach.

    Level
    Required
     *

    Duration
    Required
     *

    Skills
    Required
     *

    Subtitles
    Required
     *

    Educator
    Required
     *

    Results for "initiative and leadership"

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      Illinois Tech

      Strategy & Economic Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Market Dynamics, Supply And Demand, Game Theory, Product Lifecycle Management, Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Business Economics, Innovation, Economics, Market Trend, Strategic Decision-Making, Price Negotiation, Strategic Thinking, Global Marketing, Market Analysis, Value Propositions, Consumer Behaviour, Strategic Planning, Team Leadership, Adaptability

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      182 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      S

      Skillshare

      Leadership: Implementing DEI at Your Company

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Programs, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Performance Metric, Goal Setting

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      T

      The University of Notre Dame

      The Discipline of Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Leadership Development, Change Management, Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Business Ethics, Business Leadership, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Influencing, Self-Awareness, Communication Strategies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      40 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      K

      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 and Inclusion, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Visionary, Team Management, Team Building, Dealing With Ambiguity, Organizational Strategy, Coaching, Professional Development, Employee Performance Management

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      69 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      P

      Packt

      Agile Project Management: Leadership & Core Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Agile Project Management, Employee Coaching, Agile Methodology, Team Building, Conflict Management, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Kanban Principles, Decision Making, Active Listening

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      F

      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Innovation & Entrepreneurship Mindset

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Strategic Decision-Making, Competitive Analysis, Ideation, Entrepreneurship, Organizational Strategy, Business Strategy, Plan Execution, Strategic Thinking, Project Risk Management, Sustainable Business, Corporate Strategy, Risk Management, Value Propositions, New Product Development, Presentations, Business Management, Business Strategies, Entrepreneurial Finance, Business Risk Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      61 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Glasgow

      Shaping the Next Innovation Opportunity - SBL 2

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Market Research, Strategic Leadership, Business Transformation, Leadership Development, Business Development, Business Leadership, Competitive Analysis, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Business Modeling, Business Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Leadership and Management, Business Planning, Corporate Strategy, Digital Transformation, Growth Strategies, Business, Business Management

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      S

      SkillUp

      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
      ·
      20 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Preview
      Preview
      S

      Starweaver

      Influencing, Collaboration and Decision Making

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Influencing, Stakeholder Management, Analytical Skills, Leadership, Conflict Management, Collaboration, Team Leadership, Communication, Critical Thinking, Team Building, Persuasive Communication, Decision Making, Relationship Building, Problem Solving

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      46 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Preview
      Preview
      C

      Copenhagen Business School

      Leadership in 21st Century Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Culture Transformation, Talent Management, Crisis Management, Innovation, Business Leadership, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Team Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Business Transformation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Communication, Governance, Change Management, Decision Making, Collaboration

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      P

      Packt

      Generative AI for leaders

      Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Risk Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Virginia

      Ethical Leadership Through Giving Voice to Values

      Skills you'll gain: Leadership Development, Strategic Leadership, Professional Development, Business Ethics, Initiative and Leadership, Personal Integrity, Employee Coaching, Overcoming Objections, Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Empowerment, Self-Awareness, Conflict Management, Personal Development, Decision Making, Program Implementation, Action Oriented, Verbal Communication Skills, Plan Execution, Case Studies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      598 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    1234…834

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

    • Strategy & Economic Analysis: Illinois Tech
    • Leadership: Implementing DEI at Your Company: Skillshare
    • The Discipline of Leadership: The University of Notre Dame
    • Advanced Leadership Skills for the 21st Century: Kennesaw State University
    • Agile Project Management: Leadership & Core Skills: Packt
    • Innovation & Entrepreneurship Mindset: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Shaping the Next Innovation Opportunity - SBL 2: University of Glasgow
    • Leadership and Team Management: SkillUp
    • Influencing, Collaboration and Decision Making: Starweaver
    • Leadership in 21st Century Organizations: Copenhagen Business School

    Other topics to explore

    Arts and Humanities
    338 courses
    Business
    1095 courses
    Computer Science
    668 courses
    Data Science
    425 courses
    Information Technology
    145 courses
    Health
    471 courses
    Math and Logic
    70 courses
    Personal Development
    137 courses
    Physical Science and Engineering
    413 courses
    Social Sciences
    401 courses
    Language Learning
    150 courses

    Coursera Footer

    Skills

    • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
    • Cybersecurity
    • Data Analytics
    • Digital Marketing
    • English Speaking
    • Generative AI (GenAI)
    • Generative AI
    • Microsoft Excel
    • Microsoft Power BI
    • Project Management
    • Python

    Certificates & Programs

    • Google Cybersecurity Certificate
    • Google Data Analytics Certificate
    • Google IT Support Certificate
    • Google Project Management Certificate
    • Google UX Design Certificate
    • IBM Data Analyst Certificate
    • IBM Data Science Certificate
    • Machine Learning Certificate
    • Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Certificate
    • UI / UX Design Certificate

    Industries & Careers

    • Business
    • Computer Science
    • Data Science
    • Education & Teaching
    • Engineering
    • Finance
    • Healthcare
    • Human Resources (HR)
    • Information Technology (IT)
    • Marketing

    Career Resources

    • Career Aptitude Test
    • Examples of Strengths and Weaknesses for Job Interviews
    • High-Income Skills to Learn
    • How Does Cryptocurrency Work?
    • How to Highlight Duplicates in Google Sheets
    • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
    • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications
    • Preparing for the PMP Certification
    • Signs You Will Get the Job After an Interview
    • What Is Artificial Intelligence?

    Coursera

    • About
    • What We Offer
    • Leadership
    • Careers
    • Catalog
    • Coursera Plus
    • Professional Certificates
    • MasterTrack® Certificates
    • Degrees
    • For Enterprise
    • For Government
    • For Campus
    • Become a Partner
    • Social Impact
    • Free Courses
    • ECTS Credit Recommendations

    Community

    • Learners
    • Partners
    • Beta Testers
    • Blog
    • The Coursera Podcast
    • Tech Blog

    More

    • Press
    • Investors
    • Terms
    • Privacy
    • Help
    • Accessibility
    • Contact
    • Articles
    • Directory
    • Affiliates
    • Modern Slavery Statement
    • Manage Cookie Preferences
    Learn Anywhere
    Download on the App Store
    Get it on Google Play
    Logo of Certified B Corporation
    © 2025 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
    • Coursera Facebook
    • Coursera Linkedin
    • Coursera Twitter
    • Coursera YouTube
    • Coursera Instagram
    • Coursera TikTok