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      IBM

      Cloud Application Development Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Node.JS, Cloud-Native Computing, React Redux, Agile Methodology, React.js, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Applications, Server Side, Cloud Computing, Cloud Security, Scrum (Software Development), Cloud Services, Cloud Infrastructure, JavaScript Frameworks, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), NoSQL, Web Design and Development, HTML and CSS, DevOps, Python Programming

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google

      Google Data Analytics Capstone: Complete a Case Study

      Skills you'll gain: Analytical Skills, Data Analysis, Spreadsheet Software, Data Storytelling, Interviewing Skills, Data Presentation, Google Sheets, Business Analysis, Presentations, Portfolio Management, Data Visualization, Data Cleansing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      19K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of London

      The Manager's Toolkit: A Practical Guide to Managing People at Work

      Skills you'll gain: People Management, Conflict Management, Employee Performance Management, Performance Management, Decision Making, People Development, Leadership, Interviewing Skills, Compensation Management, Recruitment, Team Motivation, Goal Setting

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      4.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Meta

      Meta Back-End Developer

      Skills you'll gain: Full-Stack Web Development, Database Design, Version Control, Unix Commands, Restful API, Django (Web Framework), Relational Databases, Git (Version Control System), SQL, HTML and CSS, API Design, GitHub, Database Management, Application Programming Interface (API), MySQL, Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Python Programming, Cloud Hosting

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      4.6
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      9.4K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Intuit

      Intuit Academy Bookkeeping

      Skills you'll gain: Bookkeeping, Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Inventory Accounting, Reconciliation, Sales Tax, Income Statement, General Ledger, Payroll Tax, Financial Analysis, Fixed Asset, General Accounting, Balance Sheet, Accounts Receivable, Accounting, Accounting Software, Financial Accounting, Accounting Records, Property Accounting, Payroll

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      7.6K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Project Management Principles and Practices

      Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Project Risk Management, Cost Estimation, Risk Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Peer Review, Project Estimation, Cost Management, Stakeholder Management, Milestones (Project Management), Scope Management, Estimation, Budgeting, Project Controls, Project Scoping, Project Planning, Scheduling, Project Management, Change Control, Risk Analysis

      4.7
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      30K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Duke University

      Java Programming and Software Engineering Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: HTML and CSS, Software Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Java, Web Design, Java Programming, Debugging, Programming Principles, Event-Driven Programming, Software Development Tools, Web Development, Algorithms, Program Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Web Applications, Computer Programming, Software Engineering, Javascript, Data Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      22K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google

      IT Security: Defense against the digital dark arts

      Skills you'll gain: Information Systems Security, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Cyber Attacks, Security Awareness, Encryption, Information Technology, Cryptography, Identity and Access Management, Security Management, Network Administration, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Threat Detection, Hardening, Malware Protection, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Wireless Networks, Artificial Intelligence

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      25K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      IBM Product Owner

      Skills you'll gain: Agile Software Development, Agile Methodology, Sprint Retrospectives, Agile Project Management, Scrum (Software Development), Communication Planning, Virtual Teams, Generative AI, Product Management, Sprint Planning, Agile Product Development, Computer Systems, Lean Methodologies, Product Roadmaps, Cloud Computing, Product Development, Stakeholder Management, User Story, Data Ethics, ChatGPT

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      5.9K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Microsoft

      Master Microsoft Office 365 and Power Platform

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Power BI, Microsoft 365, Spreadsheet Software, Collaborative Software, Excel Formulas, Data Visualization, Presentations, Data Integration, Dashboard, Business Intelligence, Microsoft Azure, Business Process Automation, Data Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6.2K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Toronto

      The Arts and Science of Relationships: Understanding Human Needs

      Skills you'll gain: Social Skills, Relationship Building, Active Listening, Emotional Intelligence, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Empathy, Social Work, Needs Assessment, Sociology, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Psychology, Assertiveness

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Write Professional Emails in English

      Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Writing, Grammar, English Language, Concision, Cultural Sensitivity, Editing, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      17K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Cloud Application Development Foundations: IBM
    • Google Data Analytics Capstone: Complete a Case Study: Google
    • The Manager's Toolkit: A Practical Guide to Managing People at Work: University of London
    • Meta Back-End Developer: Meta
    • Intuit Academy Bookkeeping: Intuit
    • Project Management Principles and Practices: University of California, Irvine
    • Java Programming and Software Engineering Fundamentals: Duke University
    • IT Security: Defense against the digital dark arts : Google
    • IBM Product Owner: IBM
    • Master Microsoft Office 365 and Power Platform: Microsoft

    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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