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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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    • Status: Free Trial
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      Cisco Learning and Certifications

      Endpoints and Systems

      Skills you'll gain: File Systems, Endpoint Security, Linux, Microsoft Windows, Windows PowerShell, Linux Administration, Windows Servers, Operating Systems, Linux Commands, Network Administration, Active Directory, System Monitoring, System Configuration, Security Controls, Command-Line Interface, Service Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      62 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Increase Reading Comprehension with Actively Learn

      Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Student Support and Services, Data Collection, Instructional Strategies, Education Software and Technology, Student Engagement, Classroom Management, Interactive Learning, Curriculum Planning, Social Studies

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      138 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Compose and Program Music in Python using Earsketch

      Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music, Computer Programming, Program Development, Programming Principles, Python Programming

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      457 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Understanding & Preventing Workplace Sexual Harassment

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Empathy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Security Awareness, Advocacy, Labor Law, Conflict Management, Empowerment

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      50 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Statistical Analysis Fundamentals using Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Descriptive Statistics, Regression Analysis, Forecasting, Probability Distribution, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Microsoft Excel, Statistics, Spreadsheet Software, Predictive Analytics, Probability

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      93 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Arizona State University

      Human Factors & Usability Engineering: Designing for Humans

      Skills you'll gain: Usability, Usability Testing, Problem Solving, Human Factors, User Experience Design, Human Centered Design, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Creativity, Kinesiology, User Research, Decision Making, Human Computer Interaction, Human Learning, User Interface (UI), Data Collection, Human Factors Engineering, Human Machine Interfaces, Research Design, Accident Prevention, Mitigation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Free Trial
      Status: AI skills
      AI skills
      U

      University of Pennsylvania

      AI and Machine Learning Essentials with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Machine Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Probability, Probability & Statistics, Sampling (Statistics), Deep Learning, Probability Distribution, Python Programming, Supervised Learning, Statistics, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Data Processing, Agentic systems, Data Science, Statistical Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Neural Networks, Algorithms

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Coursera Instructor Network

      How to Build an Executive Presence

      Skills you'll gain: Executive Presence, Relationship Management, Collaboration, Trustworthiness, Professional Development, Brand Awareness, Return On Investment, Leadership, Professionalism, Emotional Intelligence, Influencing, Assertiveness, Communication, Adaptability

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of California, Davis

      GIS Applications Across Industries

      Skills you'll gain: ArcGIS, Geographic Information Systems, Public Health, Land Management, Geospatial Mapping, Spatial Analysis, Community Health, Emergency Response, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Business Development, Market Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Supply Chain

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      80 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Taxation of Business Entities II: Pass-Through Entities

      Skills you'll gain: Partnership Accounting, Tax Compliance, Tax Returns, Income Tax, Corporate Tax, Tax Laws, Tax Planning, Strategic Decision-Making, Organizational Structure, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Business Analysis

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      89 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Foundations of Purchasing: Principles and Practices

      Skills you'll gain: Purchasing, Supplier Relationship Management, Contract Management, Procurement, Vendor Management, Strategic Sourcing, Negotiation, Business Ethics, Compliance Management, Supply Chain Management, Cost Reduction, Relationship Building, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      39 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Johns Hopkins University

      Precalculus: Periodic Functions

      Skills you'll gain: Trigonometry, Systems Of Measurement, Geometry, Mathematical Modeling, Graphing, Algebra, Applied Mathematics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      108 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Endpoints and Systems: Cisco Learning and Certifications
    • Increase Reading Comprehension with Actively Learn: Coursera Project Network
    • Compose and Program Music in Python using Earsketch: Coursera Project Network
    • Understanding & Preventing Workplace Sexual Harassment: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Statistical Analysis Fundamentals using Excel: IBM
    • Human Factors & Usability Engineering: Designing for Humans: Arizona State University
    • AI and Machine Learning Essentials with Python: University of Pennsylvania
    • How to Build an Executive Presence: Coursera Instructor Network
    • GIS Applications Across Industries: University of California, Davis
    • Taxation of Business Entities II: Pass-Through Entities: University of Illinois 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.

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