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Social Skills Courses

Social skills courses can help you learn effective communication, active listening, conflict resolution, and emotional intelligence. You can build skills in networking, teamwork, and persuasive speaking, which are vital in both personal and professional settings. Many courses introduce tools like role-playing exercises and feedback mechanisms that enhance interpersonal interactions and help you practice these skills in real-time scenarios.


Popular Social Skills Courses and Certifications


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    Council on Foreign Relations

    Global Affairs Explained: Twenty-First Century Challenges

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Development, International Relations, Policy Analysis, Public Health, Economic Development, Immigration Law, Sustainable Development, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Policy, Social Sciences, Climate Change Mitigation, Emerging Technologies, Technology Strategies, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Stanford University

    Game Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Mathematical Modeling, Graph Theory, Bayesian Statistics, Behavioral Economics, Probability, Economics, Problem Solving, Algorithms, Probability Distribution

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Model Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Systems Thinking, Strategic Decision-Making, Innovation, Social Sciences, Strategic Thinking, Decision Making, Complex Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Network Analysis, Economics, Probability, Market Dynamics

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    Yale University

    Managing Emotions in Times of Uncertainty & Stress

    Skills you'll gain: Student Support and Services, Personal Development, Stress Management, Classroom Management, Cultural Responsiveness, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Relationship Building

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Amsterdam

    Classical Sociological Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Social Studies, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Culture, Political Sciences, Economics, Qualitative Research, Research Methodologies, Science and Research

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    3K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    An Introduction to American Law

    Skills you'll gain: Civil Procedures, Civil Law, Commercial Laws, Lawsuits, Court Systems, Legal Proceedings, Political Sciences, Litigation and Civil Justice, Legal Research, Case Law, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Case Studies, Governance

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universiteit Leiden

    Terrorism and Counterterrorism: Comparing Theory and Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Public Safety and National Security, International Relations, Research, Research Methodologies, Policy Analysis, Social Impact, Cultural Diversity, Political Sciences, Trend Analysis, Media and Communications, Psychology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Teach English Now! Lesson Design and Assessment

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Design Elements And Principles, Design Strategies, English Language, Language Learning

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    5K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    What future for education?

    Skills you'll gain: Learning Theory, Teaching, Human Learning, Pedagogy, Education and Training, Higher Education, Social Sciences, Policy Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    892 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Fundamentos de la escritura

    Skills you'll gain: Grammar, Proofreading, Writing, Literacy, Editing, Language Competency

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Microeconomics: The Power of Markets

    Skills you'll gain: Supply And Demand, Economics, Market Dynamics, Market Analysis, Resource Allocation, Policy Analysis, Tax, Consumer Behaviour, Cost Benefit Analysis, Decision Making

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Western Australia

    Gender Equality

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Social Justice, Disabilities, Sociology, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Advocacy, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Public Policies, Research

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Global Affairs Explained: Twenty-First Century Challenges: Council on Foreign Relations
  • Game Theory: Stanford University
  • Model Thinking: University of Michigan
  • Managing Emotions in Times of Uncertainty & Stress: Yale University
  • Classical Sociological Theory : University of Amsterdam
  • An Introduction to American Law: University of Pennsylvania
  • Terrorism and Counterterrorism: Comparing Theory and Practice: Universiteit Leiden
  • Teach English Now! Lesson Design and Assessment: Arizona State University
  • What future for education?: University of London
  • Fundamentos de la escritura: Tecnológico de Monterrey

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