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    Find the Best Soft Skills Course for Your Goals

    • C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Psychological Safety

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Empathy, Courage, Empowerment, Resilience, Overcoming Obstacles, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Compassion, Teamwork, Innovation, Collaboration, Constructive Feedback, Relationship Building, Trustworthiness, Active Listening, Interpersonal Communications, Curiosity

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • T

      The University of Edinburgh

      Philosophy and the Sciences: Introduction to the Philosophy of Physical Sciences

      Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Physical Science, Research, General Science and Research, Physics, Research Methodologies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      948 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • E

      ESSEC Business School

      Les Fondamentaux de la Négociation

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Communication, Conflict Management, Relationship Building, Interpersonal Communications, Value Propositions, Overcoming Objections, Active Listening, Stakeholder Management, Behavioral Economics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      427 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      T

      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Software Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Software Design Patterns, Requirements Analysis, Software Architecture, Acceptance Testing, Software Development Methodologies, Unified Modeling Language, Software Development Life Cycle, Configuration Management, Software Quality Assurance, Debugging, Software Design, Process Driven Development, Software Engineering, Quality Assurance, Software Testing, Object Oriented Design, Functional Requirement, Systems Analysis, Data Modeling, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      509 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • W

      Workday

      Workday in Action Series

      Skills you'll gain: Workday (Software), Benefits Administration, Payroll Processing, Payroll, Accounts Payable and Receivable, Accounting Software, Compensation Management, Human Capital, Workforce Management, Human Resources Software, Recruitment, Business Process Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      87 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Data Analysis Using Python

      Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Data Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Data Cleansing, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Visualization Software, Data Manipulation, Scatter Plots, NumPy, Data Transformation, Jupyter, Data Validation, Data Import/Export, Histogram, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Scripting Languages

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      417 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      M

      Meta

      Django Web Framework

      Skills you'll gain: Django (Web Framework), Web Development, Web Servers, Web Applications, Data Modeling, Back-End Web Development, MySQL, Application Security, Database Development, Application Frameworks, Database Management, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      612 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      T

      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Leadership and Critical Thinking

      Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Organizational Leadership, Independent Thinking, Positivity, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Leadership, Resilience, Influencing, Motivational Skills, Decision Making, Personal Development, Leadership Development, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Strategic Thinking, Leadership and Management, Emotional Intelligence, Research, Complex Problem Solving, Initiative and Leadership

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      297 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      E

      EIT Digital

      Value Creation Through Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Closing (Sales), Business Modeling, Cold Calling, Design Thinking, Customer Analysis, Entrepreneurship, Technology Roadmaps, Innovation, Sales Process, Market Research, Technology Strategies, Market Analysis, Target Market, Marketing, Business Strategy, Forecasting, Marketing Strategies, Strategic Planning, Competitive Analysis, Business Strategies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      717 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      B

      Board Infinity

      Advanced SHRM Competencies and Knowledge

      Skills you'll gain: Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Recruitment Strategies, Human Resource Strategy, Leadership Development, HR Tech, Organizational Change, Communication, Strategic Leadership, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Organizational Effectiveness, Innovation, Team Building, Change Management, Employee Onboarding, Decision Making, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      15 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      B

      Berklee

      Jazz Improvisation

      Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Musical Composition, Music, Music Performance, Oral Expression, Creativity, Storytelling

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      787 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Introduction to Financial Analysis - The "Why?"

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Analysis, Finance, Accounting, Business Valuation, Financial Statements, Financial Management, Balance Sheet, Corporate Finance, Return On Investment, Income Statement, Entrepreneurial Finance, Risk Analysis, Cash Flows, Equities, Investment Management, Loans

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      289 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular soft skills courses

    • Psychological Safety: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Philosophy and the Sciences: Introduction to the Philosophy of Physical Sciences: The University of Edinburgh
    • Les Fondamentaux de la Négociation : ESSEC Business School
    • Software Engineering: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Workday in Action Series: Workday
    • Data Analysis Using Python: University of Pennsylvania
    • Django Web Framework : Meta
    • Leadership and Critical Thinking: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Value Creation Through Innovation: EIT Digital
    • Advanced SHRM Competencies and Knowledge: Board Infinity

    Why Learn Soft Skills?

    Soft skills—like communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and leadership—are essential for building strong professional relationships and achieving success across roles and industries. They complement technical knowledge and help you thrive in collaborative, fast-changing environments. Learning soft skills can improve how you connect, lead, and grow throughout your career.

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