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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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      University of Washington

      Speaking to Inspire: Ceremonial and Motivational Speeches

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Storytelling, Public Speaking, Performing Arts, Writing, Motivational Skills, Writing and Editing, Communication Strategies, Empathy, Leadership

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      180 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Influence

      Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Influencing, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Organizational Leadership, Professional Networking, Organizational Effectiveness, Leadership, Organizational Structure, Relationship Building, Negotiation, Business Ethics, Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      339 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Communicating Business Analytics Results

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Analysis, Presentations, Analytical Skills, Communication, Quantitative Research

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      518 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Secure Software Design

      Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Software Design Patterns, Application Security, Software Design, Unit Testing, Vulnerability Assessments, Unified Modeling Language, Threat Modeling, Relational Databases, Vulnerability Management, Software Development Life Cycle, Databases, Systems Development Life Cycle, Technical Design, Software Architecture, Software Visualization, Software Testing, Design Software, Functional Design, Security Software

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      436 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of London

      Discover Acting

      Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, Storytelling, Self-Awareness, Verbal Communication Skills, Creativity, Analytical Skills, Communication, Adaptability

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      203 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Minnesota

      Nursing Informatics Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Professional Development, Leadership, Team Leadership, Clinical Leadership, Nursing Administration, Nursing Management, Train The Trainer, Nursing, Interpersonal Communications, Learning Strategies, Cultural Diversity, Mentorship, Health Informatics, Instructional Design, Education Software and Technology, Needs Assessment, Nursing Practices, Innovation, Health Care

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      327 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Microsoft

      Create Machine Learning Models in Microsoft Azure

      Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Unsupervised Learning, Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Data Science, Machine Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning Algorithms, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Supervised Learning, Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Regression Analysis, Keras (Neural Network Library), Image Analysis, Microsoft Azure

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      306 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad

      Strategy and Game Theory for Management

      Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Decision Making, Strategic Planning, Behavioral Economics, Market Dynamics, Competitive Intelligence, Digital Transformation, Negotiation, Risk Management, Economics, Problem Solving, Innovation, Critical Thinking

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      114 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of London

      Object Oriented Programming

      Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Pseudocode, Data Modeling, Integrated Development Environments, Data Management, Data Structures, Algorithms, Software Engineering, Programming Principles, Test Data, Data Validation, System Design and Implementation, Statistical Programming, Development Testing, Command-Line Interface, Computational Logic, Transaction Processing

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      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      229 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Explore Core Data Concepts in Microsoft Azure

      Skills you'll gain: Data Processing, Microsoft Azure, Data Storage, Cloud Services, Databases, NoSQL, Relational Databases, Cloud Computing, Data Management, Data Modeling, Query Languages, Data Storage Technologies, Data Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      464 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Django Application Development with SQL and Databases

      Skills you'll gain: Object-Relational Mapping, Django (Web Framework), SQL, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Full-Stack Web Development, Relational Databases, Back-End Web Development, Cloud Applications, Databases, Model View Controller, Application Deployment, IBM Cloud, Authentications, Data Modeling, Responsive Web Design, Application Development, Authorization (Computing), Content Management

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      331 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Goodwill Industries International

      Foundations of Career Navigating and Coaching

      Skills you'll gain: Ethical Standards And Conduct, Client Services, Diversity and Inclusion, Coaching, Conflict Management, Customer Relationship Management, Relationship Building, Communication, Workforce Development, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Active Listening, Human Development, Professional Development, Mentorship, Empathy, Goal Setting, Crisis Intervention

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      327 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Speaking to Inspire: Ceremonial and Motivational Speeches: University of Washington
    • Influence: University of Pennsylvania
    • Communicating Business Analytics Results: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Secure Software Design: University of Colorado System
    • Discover Acting: University of London
    • Nursing Informatics Leadership: University of Minnesota
    • Create Machine Learning Models in Microsoft Azure: Microsoft
    • Strategy and Game Theory for Management: IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad
    • Object Oriented Programming: University of London
    • Explore Core Data Concepts in Microsoft Azure: Microsoft

    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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