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Leadership Development Courses

Leadership development courses can help you learn effective communication, team dynamics, conflict resolution, and strategic thinking. You can build skills in decision-making, emotional intelligence, and performance management. Many courses introduce tools like 360-degree feedback systems, leadership assessments, and project management software, which support the application of these skills in real-world settings.

Popular Leadership Development Courses and Certifications


  • M

    Minnesota State University, Mankato

    Leading People and Performance

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Active Listening, Professionalism, Leadership, Trustworthiness, Communication, Performance Management, Conflict Management, Team Leadership, Team Performance Management, Leadership Development, Business Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Business Communication, Strategic Leadership, Influencing, Strategic Communication, Executive Presence, Empowerment, Culture Transformation

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
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  • R

    Rice University

    Leadership Development for Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Professional Networking, Smart Goals, Team Motivation, Creative Problem-Solving, Motivational Skills, Team Management, Prioritization, Stress Management, Meeting Facilitation, Relationship Management, Goal Setting, Time Management, Relationship Building, Communication Strategies, Leadership Development, Creativity, Engineering Management, Team Leadership, Communication

    4.7 stars, 1.2K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1.2K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Sage Publications

    Leadership Development, Emotions, and Social Contexts

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership Studies, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Development, Leadership, Empathy, Compassion, Social Skills, Diversity and Inclusion, Coaching, Cultural Responsiveness, Aesthetics, Driving engagement

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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

    Creo Incubator

    Leadership Foundations for New Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Trustworthiness, Composure, Active Listening, Prioritization, Dealing With Ambiguity, Leadership, Supervision, Time Management, Decision Making, Leadership and Management, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Employee Performance Management, Performance Management, Business Leadership, Stress Management, Resilience, Strategic Prioritization

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Leadership Development for Emerging Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity and Inclusion, Leadership Development, Dealing With Ambiguity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Courage, Leadership Studies, Adaptability, Crisis Management, Leadership, Personal Integrity, Compassion, Team Leadership, Business Leadership, Leadership and Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Mindfulness, Decision Making

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • R

    Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

    Leadership and Talent Development in Football

    Skills you'll gain: Succession Planning, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Conflict Management, Active Listening, Smart Goals, Team Performance Management, Organizational Change, Negotiation, Goal Setting, Team Collaboration, Leadership Development, Self-Awareness, Talent Management, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Development, Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Team Motivation, Employee Coaching

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnKartS

    Leadership Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Delegation Skills, Accountability, Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Leadership Development, Constructive Feedback, Emotional Intelligence, Performance Management, Leadership, Mentorship, Employee Engagement, Communication, Conflict Management, Team Leadership, People Management, Leadership and Management, Coaching, Professional Development, Active Listening

    4.6 stars, 69 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (69) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Agile Healthy and Attractive Leader Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Creo Incubator

    Micro-Decisions that Build Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Trustworthiness, Leadership, Team Leadership, Leadership Development, Strategic Decision-Making, Decision Making, Leadership and Management, Personal Integrity, Recognizing Others, Adaptability, Accountability, Performance Measurement, Analysis, Plan Execution, Habit Formation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Packt

    Empathetic Leadership Development Program

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Virtual Teams, Empathy, Interpersonal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Diversity and Inclusion, Recognizing Others, Workplace inclusivity, Constructive Feedback, Compassion, Employee Coaching, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Development, Relationship Management, Professionalism, Leadership, Conflict Management, Crisis Management, Mentorship

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • U

    University of Glasgow

    Data-Driven Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Case Studies, Strategic Decision-Making, Leadership Studies, Strategic Leadership, Decision Making, Data Quality, Business Leadership, Leadership, Organizational Effectiveness, Leadership Development, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Digital Transformation, Organizational Structure, Data Validation, Team Collaboration, Professional Development, Critical Thinking

    4.7 stars, 163 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (163) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Sage Publications

    The SAGE Handbook of Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership Studies, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Development, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Leadership, Leadership and Management, Social Justice, Empathy, Diversity and Inclusion, Compassion, Diversity Awareness, Social Skills, Cultural Responsiveness, Culture, Coaching, Relationship Management, Aesthetics, Analysis, Research

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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