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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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      Google

      Foundations of Project Management

      Skills you'll gain: Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management, Organizational Change, Change Management, Project Scoping, Leadership and Management, Organizational Structure, Project Planning, Project Closure, Agile Methodology, Waterfall Methodology, Communication Planning, Strategic Thinking, Decision Making

      4.9
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Virginia Darden School Foundation

      Human Excellence in the AI Age, Part 1: A Soft Skills Course

      Skills you'll gain: Adaptability, Team Oriented, Personal Development, Mindfulness, Emotional Intelligence, Collaboration, Self-Awareness, Cognitive flexibility, Lifelong Learning, Resilience, Safety Culture, Stress Management, Relationship Building, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Successful Presentation

      Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Courage, Communication, Storytelling, Enthusiasm, Creativity, Composure, Stress Management, Business Writing, Adaptability

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Introduction to Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Data Literacy, Relational Databases, Data Mining, Jupyter, Query Languages, Data Analysis Software, Data Science, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Statistical Programming, Databases, Data Modeling, Database Management, R Programming, Data Cleansing, Computer Programming Tools, Stakeholder Engagement, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Python Programming

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      4.6
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Macquarie University

      Excel Skills for Business: Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data Visualization, Excel Formulas, Data Management, Data Entry, Productivity Software, File Management, Editing

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      50K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Stanford University

      Writing in the Sciences

      Skills you'll gain: Concision, Writing, Peer Review, Technical Communication, Grammar, Technical Writing, Editing, Scientific Methods, Journals, Research, Communication Strategies, General Science and Research, Healthcare Ethics, Constructive Feedback

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      IBM Back-End Development

      Skills you'll gain: Serverless Computing, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Software Development Life Cycle, OpenShift, Kubernetes, Linux Commands, Software Architecture, GitHub, MongoDB, Istio, Bash (Scripting Language), NoSQL, Docker (Software), Git (Version Control System), Object-Relational Mapping, Flask (Web Framework), System Monitoring, Microservices, Jupyter, Python Programming

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      50K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Career Readiness & Leadership Skills in the Modern Workplace

      Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Executive Presence, Interviewing Skills, Business Ethics, Emotional Intelligence, Interpersonal Communications, Business Leadership, Collaboration, Empathy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Leadership Development, Relationship Management, Leadership, Adaptability, Verbal Communication Skills, Leadership and Management, Professional Networking, Professional Development, Self-Awareness, Communication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      908 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnKartS

      Mastering Self Management Skills for Career Growth

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Active Listening, Time Management, Emotional Intelligence, Trustworthiness, Problem Solving, Productivity, Negotiation, Courage, Contract Negotiation, Strong Work Ethic, Stress Management, Mediation, Verbal Communication Skills, Critical Thinking, Prioritization, Communication, Business Ethics, Self-Awareness, Goal Setting

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Status: AI skills
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      IBM

      IBM AI Product Manager

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Product Management, New Product Development, Product Strategy, Financial Analysis, Product Roadmaps, Product Development, Product Planning, Generative AI Agents, Project Management Life Cycle, Innovation, Commercialization, Artificial Intelligence, Market Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Business Planning, Product Lifecycle Management, Product Improvement, Stakeholder Engagement

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      29K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Business Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Operational Efficiency, Process Management, Capacity Planning, Process Analysis, Finance, Process Improvement, Capital Budgeting, Return On Investment, Go To Market Strategy, Accrual Accounting, Financial Reporting, Product Development, Financial Accounting, Marketing Strategies, Branding, Marketing, Human Capital, Decision Making, Corporate Finance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      26K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Meta

      Meta Full-Stack Developer

      Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Version Control, Unix Commands, Restful API, HTML and CSS, Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Django (Web Framework), Relational Databases, Git (Version Control System), React.js, SQL, API Design, GitHub, Responsive Web Design, Database Management, Application Programming Interface (API), MySQL, Database Systems, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Python Programming

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      24K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Foundations of Project Management: Google
    • Human Excellence in the AI Age, Part 1: A Soft Skills Course: University of Virginia Darden School Foundation
    • Successful Presentation: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Introduction to Data Science: IBM
    • Excel Skills for Business: Essentials: Macquarie University
    • Writing in the Sciences: Stanford University
    • IBM Back-End Development: IBM
    • Career Readiness & Leadership Skills in the Modern Workplace: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Mastering Self Management Skills for Career Growth: LearnKartS
    • IBM AI Product Manager: IBM

    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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