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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Understanding Food Regulations & Food Labeling

      Skills you'll gain: Good Manufacturing Practices, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Food Safety and Sanitation, Nutrition and Diet, Packaging and Labeling, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Affairs, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Whizlabs

      Exam Prep (SAP-C02): AWS Solutions Architect - Professional

      Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Amazon CloudWatch, AWS SageMaker, Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon Redshift, Serverless Computing, Identity and Access Management, Amazon S3, AWS CloudFormation, Cloud Management, AWS Kinesis, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Amazon Web Services, Cloud Security, Network Security, Threat Detection, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Network Architecture, Infrastructure Security, Kubernetes

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Simplilearn

      Excel Data Analysis and DAX Essentials Course

      Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Processing, Data Presentation, Data Transformation, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Barcoding, Microsoft PowerPoint, Productivity Software, Data Import/Export

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Whizlabs

      AWS: Compute, Storage and Containers

      Skills you'll gain: Serverless Computing, Amazon S3, Amazon Web Services, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Kubernetes, Containerization, Cloud Storage, Disaster Recovery, Application Deployment, Cloud Computing Architecture, Data Storage Technologies, Continuous Deployment, Scalability

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Execution and Evaluation

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Strategy, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Digital Media Strategy, Media Strategy, Marketing Planning, Customer Insights, Content Performance Analysis, Plan Execution, Earned Media, Target Audience, Content Strategy, Owned Media, Paid media, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Goal Setting

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      IP Addressing, Routing, and Network Management

      Skills you'll gain: Network Monitoring, Routing Protocols, Network Switches, TCP/IP, Disaster Recovery, Network Routing, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), System Monitoring, Network Planning And Design, Network Troubleshooting, Network Infrastructure, Network Administration, Network Architecture, Network Protocols, Border Gateway Protocol, Local Area Networks, Document Management, Software-Defined Networking

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Salesforce CLM & CPQ: Streamlining Contract Operations

      Skills you'll gain: Salesforce, Contract Management, Business Reporting, Systems Integration, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Sales Management, Workflow Management, Process Optimization, Business Process Automation, Configuration Management, Automation, Compliance Management, Scalability

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Whizlabs

      Design and Implement Processes and Communications

      Skills you'll gain: Azure DevOps, DevOps, Agile Methodology, Continuous Delivery, Collaborative Software, Process Driven Development, Microsoft Azure, Continuous Integration, Application Performance Management, Version Control

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      SkillUp EdTech

      Generative AI: A Game Changer for Program Managers

      Skills you'll gain: Program Management, Generative AI Agents, Risk Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Risk Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Stakeholder Management, Project Management, Organizational Strategy, Business Ethics, Stakeholder Communications, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Requirements Analysis, Governance, Benefits Administration

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Simplilearn

      Business Analysis Excel Tools and CCBA Training

      Skills you'll gain: Business Analysis, Project Management, Risk Management, Statistical Analysis, Project Planning, Agile Project Management, Microsoft Excel, Cost Management, Project Management Office (PMO), Stakeholder Engagement, Excel Formulas, Scope Management, Pivot Tables And Charts, Team Leadership, Dashboard, Excel Macros, Stakeholder Management, Business Requirements, Requirements Management, Business Process

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Advanced Data Management in Azure Databricks

      Skills you'll gain: Databricks, Real Time Data, Data Governance, Data Lakes, Microsoft Azure, Data Architecture, Data Management, Data Pipelines, Apache Spark, Data Quality, Data Integrity

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Kubernetes Masterclass for Application Developers

      Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Containerization, Docker (Software), Cloud-Native Computing, Application Deployment, Cloud Applications, YAML, Amazon Web Services, Load Balancing, Data Storage, Cloud Computing Architecture, General Networking, Application Lifecycle Management

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Understanding Food Regulations & Food Labeling: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Exam Prep (SAP-C02): AWS Solutions Architect - Professional: Whizlabs
    • Excel Data Analysis and DAX Essentials Course: Simplilearn
    • AWS: Compute, Storage and Containers: Whizlabs
    • Execution and Evaluation: University of Colorado Boulder
    • IP Addressing, Routing, and Network Management: Packt
    • Salesforce CLM & CPQ: Streamlining Contract Operations: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Design and Implement Processes and Communications: Whizlabs
    • Generative AI: A Game Changer for Program Managers: SkillUp EdTech
    • Business Analysis Excel Tools and CCBA Training: Simplilearn

    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.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Soft Skills

    Top courses include Professional Skills for the Workplace from the University of California, Davis, People and Soft Skills for Professional and Personal Success from IBM, and Emotional Intelligence: Cultivating Immensely Human Interactions from the University of Michigan. These courses cover communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and leadership essentials.‎

    Yes. Many soft skills courses offer a free audit option, which allows learners to access video lessons and reading materials at no cost. To complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how to communicate clearly, work well with others, resolve conflicts, and build relationships. Courses often include practical techniques for presenting ideas, active listening, emotional intelligence, and working effectively in diverse teams.‎

    Not at all. Soft skills courses on Coursera are designed for everyone, whether you’re starting your career, moving into a leadership role, or seeking to build better connections in your current work or studies.‎

    Yes. Soft skills are essential for career growth and workplace success in every field. Coursera courses can help you develop these in-demand abilities, boost your confidence, and earn certificates that demonstrate your commitment to professional growth.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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