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      Interaction Architect: Dynamic Prototyping in Sketch

      Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, Prototyping, Cross Platform Development, User Interface (UI) Design, User Flows, Mockups, Interaction Design, User Experience Design

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera

      Portfolio Power: Compelling UX Case Studies in Sketch

      Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, User Experience, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Centered Design, UI/UX Research, Storytelling, Usability Testing, Technical Design, Prototyping, Mockups, Wireframing

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Creating Engaging Content for Instagram

      Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Storytelling, Content Creation, Social Media Content, Content Performance Analysis, Photography, Branding, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Strategy, Brand Awareness, Drive Engagement, Content Strategy, Target Audience

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

      Graduate Certificate in Strategic Leadership & Management

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Management Accounting, Fund Accounting, Operations Management, Mergers & Acquisitions, Financial Statement Analysis, Marketing, Risk Management, Machine Learning Algorithms, Business Strategy, Financial Auditing, Descriptive Statistics, Variance Analysis, Process Improvement, Marketing Analytics, Generative AI, Financial Market, Strategic Decision-Making, Corporate Tax, Global Marketing

      Credit offered

      Graduate Certificate · 6 - 12 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Master of Engineering in Engineering Management

      Skills you'll gain: User Story, Systems Engineering, Real-Time Operating Systems, New Product Development, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Failure Analysis, Delegation Skills, Object Oriented Design, Sampling (Statistics), Supplier Management, Sustainability Reporting, Accountability, Data Ethics, Data Mining, Statistical Modeling, Unsupervised Learning, Proposal Writing, Generative AI, Process Capability, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

      Earn a degree

      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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      University of London

      Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

      Skills you'll gain: Process Design, Global Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Statistical Analysis, Organizational Change, Integrated Marketing Communications, Advertising, Innovation, Mergers & Acquisitions, Supply Chain Management, Training and Development, Virtual Teams, Diversity and Inclusion, Databases, Cost Accounting, International Finance, Research, Branding, Economic Development, Cultural Diversity

      Earn a degree

      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      M.A. Public Policy

      Skills you'll gain: Econometrics, Surveys, Environmental Laws, Sampling (Statistics), Social Sciences, Public Policies, Political Sciences, Data Collection, Health Disparities, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Economic Development, Policy Analysis, Presentations, Diplomacy, International Relations, Economics, Complex Problem Solving, Research Methodologies, Socioeconomics, Governance

      Earn a degree

      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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      University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

      Graduate Certificate in Taxation

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Management Accounting, Fund Accounting, Operations Management, Mergers & Acquisitions, Financial Statement Analysis, Marketing, Risk Management, Machine Learning Algorithms, Business Strategy, Financial Auditing, Descriptive Statistics, Variance Analysis, Process Improvement, Marketing Analytics, Generative AI, Financial Market, Strategic Decision-Making, Corporate Tax, Global Marketing

      Credit offered

      Graduate Certificate · 6 - 12 Months

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      University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

      Value Chain Management Graduate Certificate

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Management Accounting, Fund Accounting, Operations Management, Mergers & Acquisitions, Financial Statement Analysis, Marketing, Risk Management, Machine Learning Algorithms, Business Strategy, Financial Auditing, Descriptive Statistics, Variance Analysis, Process Improvement, Marketing Analytics, Generative AI, Financial Market, Strategic Decision-Making, Corporate Tax, Global Marketing

      Credit offered

      Graduate Certificate · 6 - 12 Months

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      University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

      Financial Management Graduate Certificate

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Management Accounting, Fund Accounting, Operations Management, Mergers & Acquisitions, Financial Statement Analysis, Marketing, Risk Management, Machine Learning Algorithms, Business Strategy, Financial Auditing, Descriptive Statistics, Variance Analysis, Process Improvement, Marketing Analytics, Generative AI, Financial Market, Strategic Decision-Making, Corporate Tax, Global Marketing

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      Graduate Certificate · 6 - 12 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Data Science Graduate Certificate

      Skills you'll gain: Data Mining, Statistical Modeling, Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Deep Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Statistical Inference, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Service Level, Performance Testing, Probability, Dimensionality Reduction, Applied Machine Learning, Data Warehousing, Statistical Machine Learning, Data Pipelines, Data Processing, Probability & Statistics, Bash (Scripting Language), Data Science

      Credit offered

      Graduate Certificate · 6 - 12 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Master of Science in Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: User Story, Systems Engineering, Real-Time Operating Systems, New Product Development, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Failure Analysis, Delegation Skills, Object Oriented Design, Sampling (Statistics), Supplier Management, Sustainability Reporting, Accountability, Data Ethics, Data Mining, Statistical Modeling, Unsupervised Learning, Proposal Writing, Generative AI, Process Capability, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

      Earn a degree

      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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

    • Interaction Architect: Dynamic Prototyping in Sketch: Coursera
    • Portfolio Power: Compelling UX Case Studies in Sketch: Coursera
    • Creating Engaging Content for Instagram: Coursera
    • Graduate Certificate in Strategic Leadership & Management: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
    • Master of Engineering in Engineering Management: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Bachelor of Science in Business Administration: University of London
    • M.A. Public Policy: O.P. Jindal Global University
    • Graduate Certificate in Taxation: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
    • Value Chain Management Graduate Certificate: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
    • Financial Management Graduate Certificate: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

    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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