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    Soft skills courses can help you learn how to communicate effectively, collaborate with others, and navigate workplace dynamics with emotional intelligence and adaptability.

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    Find the Best Soft Skills Course for Your Goals

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Emory University

      Consulting Approach to Problem Solving

      Skills you'll gain: Data Cleansing, Six Sigma Methodology, Management Consulting, Analytical Skills, Data Quality, Complex Problem Solving, Business Consulting, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Consultative Approaches, Project Scoping, Client Services

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      371 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Alberta

      Science Literacy

      Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, General Science and Research, Research Methodologies, Research, Research Design, Peer Review, Experimentation, Statistical Methods, Media and Communications, Correlation Analysis, Probability & Statistics

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      264 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • E

      EDUCBA

      VFX with Adobe After Effects from Novice to Expert

      Skills you'll gain: Adobe After Effects, Motion Graphics, Animations, Post-Production, Computer Graphic Techniques, Video Editing, Timelines, 3D Modeling, Color Theory, Typography, Design Elements And Principles

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      144 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of California, Irvine

      Hiring Practices

      Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Recruitment, Recruitment Strategies, Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, Executive Recruitment, Employee Onboarding, Employee Retention, Diversity and Inclusion, Job Analysis, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Organizational Strategy

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      174 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      M

      Microsoft

      Microsoft Generative AI for Data Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Dashboard, Interactive Data Visualization, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Data Visualization, Infographics, Anomaly Detection, Excel Formulas, Predictive Modeling, Data Visualization Software, Microsoft Copilot, Business Reporting, Risk Analysis, Text Mining, Risk Management, Data Quality, Data Pipelines

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      68 reviews

      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Corporate Governance

      Skills you'll gain: Governance, Stakeholder Engagement, Compliance Management, Risk Management, Business Ethics, Stakeholder Management, Corporate Strategy, Corporate Communications, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Organizational Structure, Accountability, Financial Reporting

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      204 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      S

      Scrimba

      Become a Professional React Developer

      Skills you'll gain: React.js, Debugging, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, UI Components, Performance Tuning, Routing Protocols, JavaScript Frameworks, Front-End Web Development, Web Development Tools, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Event-Driven Programming, User Experience Design, User Interface (UI), TypeScript, Ajax, Software Design Patterns, Authentications, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Restful API, Application Performance Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      231 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Maryland, College Park

      Usable Security

      Skills you'll gain: Usability, Human Computer Interaction, Authentications, Security Engineering, Usability Testing, Human Factors, Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, User Interface (UI) Design, Multi-Factor Authentication, User Centered Design, Design

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      3.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of California San Diego

      Advanced Algorithms and Complexity

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Network Routing, Network Model, Graph Theory, Operations Research, Theoretical Computer Science, Network Analysis, Data Structures, Computational Thinking, Linear Algebra, Computer Science, Big Data, Probability & Statistics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      694 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      California Institute of the Arts

      Building Your Freelancing Career

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Business Planning, Competitive Analysis, Financial Data, Business Risk Management, Service Improvement, Tax Preparation, Business Process Automation, Budget Management, Business Strategy, Contract Management, Peer Review, Financial Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Small Business Accounting, Customer experience improvement, Sales Process, Client Services, Market Analysis, Team Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      418 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Michigan

      Understanding User Needs

      Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Usability Testing, User Centered Design, Research Methodologies, Needs Assessment, Interviewing Skills, Research, Data Collection

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      523 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      IBM

      Generative AI: Elevate your Software Development Career

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Software Development Tools, Software Testing, Test Automation, Software Development, DevSecOps, Application Security, CI/CD, Natural Language Processing, Code Review, Software Architecture

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      161 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Consulting Approach to Problem Solving: Emory University
    • Science Literacy : University of Alberta
    • VFX with Adobe After Effects from Novice to Expert: EDUCBA
    • Hiring Practices: University of California, Irvine
    • Microsoft Generative AI for Data Analysis: Microsoft
    • Corporate Governance: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Become a Professional React Developer: Scrimba
    • Usable Security: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Advanced Algorithms and Complexity: University of California San Diego
    • Building Your Freelancing Career: California Institute of the Arts

    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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