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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

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Advanced Agile for Product Managers: Scaling Agile Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Scaled Agile Framework, Agile Product Development, Agile Project Management, Sprint Planning, Agile Methodology, Collaborative Software, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Dependency Analysis, Strategic Leadership, Product Management, Product Roadmaps, Scalability, Leadership, Performance Measurement, Team Performance Management, Release Management, Prioritization, Capacity Management, Estimation

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Macquarie University

      AI for Cyber Security

      Skills you'll gain: Anomaly Detection, Cyber Threat Hunting, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Cybersecurity, Network Security, Threat Detection, Applied Machine Learning, Malware Protection, Network Analysis, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Supervised Learning

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Starweaver

      Revolutionizing Finance: Mastering Blockchain Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Ledgers (Accounting), FinTech, Payment Systems, Digital Assets, Financial Trading, Financial Market, Financial Services, Financial Systems, Transaction Processing, Emerging Technologies, Cryptography, Application Development, Computer Programming Tools

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      Effective Code Review Practices

      Skills you'll gain: Test Automation, Test Tools, Code Review, Software Testing, Scripting, CI/CD, Software Technical Review, Test Planning, Maintainability, Test Case, Automation, Scalability

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Washington

      Business English: Networking

      Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Professional Networking, English Language, Writing, Oral Expression, Business Communication, Rapport Building, Telephone Skills, Language Competency, Relationship Building, Verbal Communication Skills, Grammar, Vocabulary, Scheduling

      4.7
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      AI Agents in Java with Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Java, Agentic systems, Software Design, Artificial Intelligence, Software Architecture, OpenAI, ChatGPT, Software Development Tools, Application Development, Prompt Engineering, Systems Integration, Large Language Modeling

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Exploit Development, Malware, & Defensive Strategies

      Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Malware Protection, Network Monitoring, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Cybersecurity, Network Security, Network Protocols, Network Analysis, Vulnerability Assessments, Scripting, Remote Access Systems, Python Programming, Command-Line Interface

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Advanced ASP.NET Core MVC, Deployment & User Management

      Skills you'll gain: Application Deployment, ASP.NET, Authorization (Computing), User Accounts, Authentications, Microsoft Azure, Model View Controller, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Microsoft Visual Studio, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Database Management, Session Initiation Protocols

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Legal Risk Mitigation: Proactive Case Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Risk Management Framework, Legal Risk, Risk Control, Risk Mitigation, Generative AI, Compliance Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Legal Strategy, Data Ethics, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Analysis

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Natural Language Processing - Probability Models in Python

      Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Text Mining, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Dimensionality Reduction, Statistical Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Python Programming, Bayesian Statistics, NumPy, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Master AWS DynamoDB

      Skills you'll gain: Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon Web Services, NoSQL, Database Management, Database Design, Development Environment, Command-Line Interface, Application Programming Interface (API), Software Development Tools, Performance Tuning, Data Structures, Scalability

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      NumPy, Matplotlib & Pandas – Data Science Prerequisites

      Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Data Visualization Software, Scatter Plots, Data Manipulation, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Science, Statistical Methods, Data Analysis Software, Python Programming, Machine Learning, Probability Distribution, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Linear Algebra

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Advanced Agile for Product Managers: Scaling Agile Teams: Coursera Instructor Network
    • AI for Cyber Security: Macquarie University
    • Revolutionizing Finance: Mastering Blockchain Foundations: Starweaver
    • Effective Code Review Practices: Board Infinity
    • Business English: Networking: University of Washington
    • AI Agents in Java with Generative AI: Vanderbilt University
    • Exploit Development, Malware, & Defensive Strategies: Packt
    • Advanced ASP.NET Core MVC, Deployment & User Management: Packt
    • GenAI for Legal Risk Mitigation: Proactive Case Analysis: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Natural Language Processing - Probability Models in Python: Packt

    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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