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      IBM

      IBM Data Analytics with Excel and R

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Dashboard, Extract, Transform, Load, Database Design, Shiny (R Package), Pivot Tables And Charts, SQL, Rmarkdown, Data Analysis, Ggplot2, Data Wrangling, Data Visualization Software, Relational Databases, Leaflet (Software), IBM Cognos Analytics, Data Cleansing, Excel Formulas, Web Scraping, Data Manipulation

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      4.7
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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      IBM Relational Database Administrator

      Skills you'll gain: Data Warehousing, SQL, Linux Commands, Database Administration, Web Scraping, IBM DB2, Bash (Scripting Language), Data Pipelines, Apache Airflow, Database Design, MySQL, Database Management, Database Architecture and Administration, Star Schema, Extract, Transform, Load, Relational Databases, Data Engineering, Generative AI, Jupyter, Data Security

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      59K reviews

      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google

      Technical Support Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Desktop Support, Technical Support, Computer Hardware, Software Installation, Help Desk Support, Technical Documentation, Hardware Troubleshooting, Customer Support, Computer Architecture, Computer Networking, Microsoft Windows, Technical Communication, Linux, Virtual Machines

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      161K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Business Analytics with Excel: Elementary to Advanced

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Data Presentation, Operations Research, Regression Analysis, Excel Formulas, Pivot Tables And Charts, Business Analytics, Business Analysis, Business Modeling, Mathematical Modeling, Resource Allocation, Spreadsheet Software, Statistical Methods, Financial Modeling, Productivity Software, Process Optimization, Complex Problem Solving, Transportation Operations

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.9K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Multiple educators

      Data Science Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Pseudocode, Data Literacy, Algorithms, Dashboard, Data Mining, Jupyter, Correlation Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Plot (Graphics), Web Scraping, Data Analysis Software, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Statistical Programming, Data Science, Data Collection, Machine Learning Algorithms, Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning, Project Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      114K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Rice University

      Communication Skills for Engineers

      Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Proposal Writing, Active Listening, Presentations, Crisis Management, Executive Presence, Interpersonal Communications, Strategic Communication, Business Writing, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Communication, Public Speaking, Technical Communication, Leadership, Storytelling, Technical Writing, Electronic Media, Writing, Report Writing, Communication Strategies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      872 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Applied Software Engineering Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Linux Commands, GitHub, Software Architecture, Flask (Web Framework), Bash (Scripting Language), Development Environment, Git (Version Control System), Version Control, Software Design, Software Engineering, Shell Script, Web Applications, Linux, Software Development Methodologies, Software Design Patterns, Web Development, Jupyter, Web Scraping, Python Programming

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      49K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Critical Thinking Skills for the Professional

      Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Brainstorming, Critical Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Complex Problem Solving, Constructive Feedback, Decision Making, Cognitive flexibility, Analysis, Collaboration, Self-Awareness

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Starweaver

      Management Skills for New Managers

      Skills you'll gain: Performance Management, Delegation Skills, Management Training And Development, Motivational Skills, Employee Performance Management, Cultural Responsiveness, Emotional Intelligence, People Management, Team Building, Collaboration, Leadership, Communication Strategies, Cross-Functional Collaboration

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      84 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      Google IT Automation with Python

      Skills you'll gain: GitHub, Version Control, Git (Version Control System), Puppet (Configuration Management Tool), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Services, Cloud Management, Bash (Scripting Language), Restful API, Incident Management, Code Review, Debugging, Unix Shell, Interviewing Skills, Web Services, Automation, Configuration Management, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Applicant Tracking Systems

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      50K reviews

      Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Data Engineering Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Web Scraping, Extract, Transform, Load, Database Design, MySQL, Relational Databases, Database Systems, Data Transformation, Big Data, IBM DB2, Stored Procedure, Databases, Data Architecture, Database Management, Data Pipelines, Data Storage Technologies, Jupyter, PostgreSQL, Data Governance, Python Programming

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      58K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Data Analysis and Visualization Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Dashboard, Extract, Transform, Load, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Analysis, IBM Cognos Analytics, Data Cleansing, Excel Formulas, Statistical Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Looker (Software), Data Quality, Business Analytics, Big Data, Microsoft Excel, Data Wrangling, Data Processing, Data Mining, Exploratory Data Analysis

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      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      28K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • IBM Data Analytics with Excel and R: IBM
    • IBM Relational Database Administrator: IBM
    • Technical Support Fundamentals: Google
    • Business Analytics with Excel: Elementary to Advanced: Johns Hopkins University
    • Data Science Foundations: University of London
    • Communication Skills for Engineers: Rice University
    • Applied Software Engineering Fundamentals: IBM
    • Critical Thinking Skills for the Professional: University of California, Davis
    • Management Skills for New Managers: Starweaver
    • Google IT Automation with Python: Google

    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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