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Managing People Courses

Managing people courses can help you learn effective communication, conflict resolution, team dynamics, and performance management. You can build skills in providing constructive feedback, motivating team members, and fostering a positive workplace culture. Many courses introduce tools like performance appraisal systems, project management software, and collaboration platforms, which help you apply these skills in real-world situations and enhance team productivity.

Popular Managing People Courses and Certifications


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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Leading People and Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Talent Management, Goal Setting, Team Building, Teamwork, Team Management, Talent Pipelining, Influencing, Team Motivation, Visionary, Team Leadership, People Development, Performance Appraisal, Team Performance Management, Motivational Skills, Smart Goals, Employee Onboarding, Interviewing Skills, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Leadership Development

    4.8 stars, 12K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (12K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Trending right now
    Trending right now
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google

    Google People Management Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Management Training And Development, Team Leadership, Team Performance Management, Goal-Oriented, Employee Coaching, Performance Management, Constructive Feedback, People Development, Goal Setting, Performance Appraisal, Delegation Skills, Drive Engagement, Culture Transformation, Team Collaboration, Internal Communications, Relationship Management, Resource Management, Empowerment, Team Motivation, Communication

    4.8 stars, 523 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (523) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Bestseller
    Bestseller
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Madecraft

    Human Resources and People Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Human Resources, Recruitment, Recruitment Strategies, Talent Recruitment, Human Resources Management and Planning, Employee Relations, Human Resource Management, Compensation and Benefits, Compensation Analysis, Human Resource Strategy, Compensation Management, Full Cycle Recruitment, Human Resources Software, Training and Development, Employee Retention, Talent Acquisition, Organizational Development, Compliance Training, Performance Management, Workplace inclusivity

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of London

    The Manager's Toolkit: A Practical Guide to Managing People at Work

    Skills you'll gain: People Management, Conflict Management, Human Resources Management and Planning, Staff Management, Smart Goals, Employee Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Performance Management, People Development, Performance Appraisal, Performance Review, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Compensation Management, Recruitment, Compensation and Benefits, Talent Recruitment

    4.7 stars, 4.3K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (4.3K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • G

    Google

    Create a High-Performing Team

    Skills you'll gain: People Management, Team Leadership, Team Management, Management Training And Development, Team Performance Management, Team Building, Leadership and Management, Organizational Leadership, People Development, Professional Development, Relationship Management, Culture Transformation, Organizational Effectiveness, Team Collaboration, Relationship Building, Internal Communications, Communication Strategies, Lifelong Learning, AI Enablement

    4.8 stars, 290 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (290) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial

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  • A

    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Managing a Team

    Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Decision Making, Conflict Management, Empathy, Team Collaboration, De-escalation Techniques, Emotional Intelligence, Active Listening, Constructive Feedback, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Teamwork, Team Building, Compassion, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Ethics, Growth Mindedness, Team Management, Accountability Frameworks, Discussion Facilitation, Communication

    4.7 stars, 15 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (15) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Manager of Managers: Coaching and Mentoring People Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Coaching, Management Training And Development, Team Performance Management, Strategic Leadership, Succession Planning, Leadership Development, Mentorship, Strategic Thinking, People Development, Coaching, Professional Development, People Management, Accountability, Decision Making, Performance Improvement, Goal Setting

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Effective Leadership: Master Management Styles

    Skills you'll gain: Team Performance Management, Management Training And Development, Team Management, Leadership and Management, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Leadership Development, Adaptability, People Management, Professional Development, Employee Engagement, Self-Awareness

    4.8 stars, 144 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (144) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IESE Business School

    Organizational Behavior: How to Manage People

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Leadership, Leadership Development, Intercultural Competence, Conflict Management, Leadership, Organizational Development, Team Leadership, Management Training And Development, Cultural Sensitivity, Behavior Management, Diversity Awareness

    4.7 stars, 1.4K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (1.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Managing the Organization

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Organizational Leadership, Business Ethics, Change Management, Leadership and Management, Business Management, Business Leadership, Organizational Development, Decision Making, Strategic Leadership, People Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Leadership, Culture Transformation, Strategic Decision-Making, Influencing, Strategic Thinking, Culture, People Analytics

    4.8 stars, 1.6K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (1.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft Leadership Coaching and Mentoring using AI

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Coaching, Delegation Skills, Responsible AI, Culture Transformation, People Analytics, Employee Engagement, Training and Development, People Development, Dashboard, Employee Surveys, Data Storytelling, Dashboard Creation, Coaching, Power BI, Team Performance Management, Organizational Development, Prompt Engineering, Organizational Effectiveness, Workforce Development, Human Resources

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Sage Publications

    Managing People and Resources in Education

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Appraisal, Performance Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Staff Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Resource Allocation, Leadership Studies, Leadership Development, Resource Management, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Management Training And Development, Leadership and Management, Employee Performance Management, Workplace inclusivity, Professional Development, Educational Materials, Instructional Strategies, Business Ethics

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial

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

  • Leading People and Teams: University of Michigan
  • Google People Management Essentials: Google
  • Human Resources and People Operations: Madecraft
  • The Manager's Toolkit: A Practical Guide to Managing People at Work: University of London
  • Create a High-Performing Team: Google
  • Professional Skills: Managing a Team: Arizona State University
  • Manager of Managers: Coaching and Mentoring People Managers: Coursera
  • Effective Leadership: Master Management Styles: Coursera
  • Organizational Behavior: How to Manage People: IESE Business School
  • Managing the Organization: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Frequently Asked Questions about Managing People

"Learning how to manage people will prepare you for a position as a manager. Managers are needed in every industry, and people in these positions tend to fit into one of three categories.

Top-level management includes positions such as president, chief operating officer, chief executive officer, and board of directors. In one of these positions, you'll make decisions that affect the direction of the organization. For example, top-level managers establish long-term goals and objectives for the company.

Middle-level managers usually oversee operations of specific departments or regional facilities. For instance, a district manager of a grocery store chain is a mid-level manager. In this position, you'll take actions that help the organization meet the goals set by top-level leadership. You'll also report your department's successes and shortcomings with higher managers.

Lower-level management includes positions such as supervisor and shift manager. These are team leaders who offer daily guidance and assignments to workers. These managers also have a hand in the hiring process and address team conflicts and employee grievances."‎

Managing others requires traits such as confidence, empathy, patience, firmness, and decisiveness. A manager's mood will often set the tone for other workers, so you'll need an optimistic yet practical personality to maintain worker morale. An aptitude for organizing people and delegating tasks is essential.

When challenges arise, you'll need to be flexible and decisive enough to make adjustments and guide the team through new procedures. When projects fail, you'll need to be willing to take responsibility. Effective managers are also honest and inspiring and serve as role models.‎

Online courses in management will help you develop practical skills such as conducting interviews, addressing conflict, analyzing worker performance, and setting priorities. You'll also learn a variety of ways to motivate and influence others. Some courses will focus on remote work and the challenges that come with managing teams from a distance. Most of these lessons come in the form of online video lectures and reading assignments.‎

This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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