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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


  • U

    University of Michigan

    Leading People and Teams

    Beginner · Specialization

    Status: Trending right now
    Trending right now
  • U

    University of London

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

    Skills you'll gain: People Management, Conflict Management, Smart Goals, Employee Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Performance Management, People Development, Performance Appraisal, Leadership, Decision Making, Compensation Management, Interviewing Skills

    4.7 stars, 4.4K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (4.4K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google

    Google People Management Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Team Leadership, Employee Coaching, Performance Management, Constructive Feedback, People Development, Goal Setting, Delegation Skills, Relationship Management, Resource Management, AI Enablement, Communication

    4.8 stars, 554 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

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

    Status: Bestseller
    Bestseller
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  • C

    Coursera

    Effective Leadership: Master Management Styles

    Skills you'll gain: Team Management, Team Leadership, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Leadership Development, Adaptability, People Management, Self-Awareness

    4.8 stars, 148 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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    IESE Business School

    Organizational Behavior: How to Manage People

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Leadership, Leadership Development, Intercultural Competence, Conflict Management, Leadership

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

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

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  • G

    Google

    Create a High-Performing Team

    Skills you'll gain: People Management, Team Leadership, Team Management, Team Building, Leadership and Management, Relationship Management, Relationship Building, Communication Strategies, AI Enablement

    4.8 stars, 299 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • 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, Growth Mindedness, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Team Management, Accountability Frameworks, Discussion Facilitation, Communication

    4.5 stars, 22 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (22) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • 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, Decision Making, Strategic Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Leadership, 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

    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • C

    Chris Croft Training

    People Management: Leadership, Communication & Teamwork

    Skills you'll gain: Teamwork, Team Building, Team Management, Team Performance Management, Team Oriented, Team Collaboration, Relationship Building, Professional Networking, Collaboration, Business Communication, Communication, Communication Planning, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Corporate Communications, Communication Strategies, Persuasive Communication, Conflict Management, Interpersonal Communications, Relationship Management, Stakeholder Management

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • U

    University of California, Santa Barbara

    Managing Employee Compensation and Benefits

    Skills you'll gain: Compensation Strategy, Compensation Management, Compensation and Benefits, Benefits Administration, Compensation Analysis, Job Evaluation, Job Analysis, Human Resources, Human Resource Strategy, Employee Retention, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Governance, Performance Measurement, Communication Planning, Labor Law, Regulatory Requirements, Labor Compliance, Benchmarking, Business Ethics

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Human Resource Management: HR for People Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Management, Performance Appraisal, Talent Recruitment, Performance Review, Compensation Management, Compensation Strategy, Compensation and Benefits, Talent Acquisition, Full Cycle Recruitment, Workforce Planning, Constructive Feedback, Recruitment, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Recruitment Strategies, Employee Performance Management, Human Resources Management and Planning, Compensation Analysis, Job Analysis, People Management

    4.8 stars, 16K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (16K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Trending right now
    Trending right now
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Best Managing People courses from Google

Top-rated Managing People courses offered by Google on Coursera.

  1. 1
    Google People Management Essentials
    GoogleBeginner3 - 6 Months4.8(554)Google
  2. 2
    Create a High-Performing Team
    GoogleBeginner1 - 4 Weeks4.8(299)Google

Best Managing People certificate programs

Earn a certificate in Managing People from top universities and companies.

  1. 1
    Leading People and Teams
    University of MichiganBeginnerSpecialization
  2. 2
    Professional Skills: Managing a Team
    Arizona State UniversityBeginner3 - 6 Months4.5(22)Specialization
  3. 3
    People Management: Leadership, Communication & Teamwork
    Chris Croft TrainingBeginner3 - 6 Months5.0(1)Specialization

Best Managing People courses for beginners

Top-rated beginner-friendly Managing People courses with no prerequisites.

  1. 1
    Organizational Behavior: How to Manage People
    IESE Business SchoolBeginner1 - 4 Weeks4.7(1,430)No prerequisites
  2. 2
    Managing the Organization
    University of Illinois Urbana-ChampaignBeginner1 - 4 Weeks4.8(1,555)No prerequisites
  3. 3
    Managing Employee Compensation and Benefits
    University of California, Santa BarbaraBeginner1 - 3 MonthsNo prerequisites

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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