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Soft Skills Courses

Soft skills courses can help you learn effective communication, teamwork, emotional intelligence, and conflict resolution. You can build skills in active listening, adaptability, and problem-solving through practical exercises and role-playing scenarios. Many courses introduce tools like feedback frameworks, collaboration software, and time management techniques that enhance interpersonal interactions and productivity in various environments.

Popular Soft Skills Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Information Technology Entrepreneurship & Startup

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Acquisition Management, Target Market, Market Opportunities, Competitive Analysis, Go To Market Strategy, Market Analysis, Persona Development, Ideation, Value Propositions, Business Modeling, New Product Development, Entrepreneurship, Solution Design, Strategic Partnership, Process Mapping, Brainstorming, Growth Strategies, Entrepreneurial Finance, Product Development, Problem Solving

    ★ 4.5 (7) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Leeds

    Introduction to Technology-Assisted Decision-Making

    Skills you'll gain: Resource Allocation, Production Planning, Graph Theory, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Production Schedule, Decision Making, Mathematical Modeling, Network Planning And Design, Mathematical Software, Model Optimization, Computational Logic, Algorithms, Cryptography

    ★ 4.8 (15) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    LearnKartS

    Kafka Architecture and Internals

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Kafka, Data Pipelines, Distributed Computing, Live Streaming, Network Monitoring

    ★ 4.2 (9) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Microsoft

    Develop an ASP.NET Core web app that consumes an API

    Skills you'll gain: ASP.NET, .NET Framework, C# (Programming Language), Microsoft Visual Studio, Application Programming Interface (API), Web Development Tools, Restful API, Microsoft Azure, Web Applications, Application Frameworks, Application Development, Development Environment, Event-Driven Programming, Middleware, Software Installation

    ★ 2.6 (12) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Speaking to a Technical Group

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Oral Expression, Presentations, Non-Verbal Communication, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Contingency Planning, Persuasive Communication, Technical Management, Communication, Target Audience, Professionalism, Adaptability

    ★ 4.3 (11) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Samsung

    Samsung Mobile Repair Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Hardware Troubleshooting, Electrical Safety, Technical Support, Test Equipment, Safety and Security

    ★ 4.3 (10) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • N

    Northeastern University

    Mastering Negotiation Skills & Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Communication Strategies, Behavioral Economics, Decision Making, Relationship Building, Communication, Business Administration, Mitigation

    ★ 4.8 (13) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Managing Diversity in a Multicultural Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Training, Diversity and Inclusion, Intercultural Competence, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cultural Diversity, People Management, Employee Engagement, Empowerment, Team Collaboration, Cross-Functional Collaboration

    ★ 5 (8) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Foundations of IT Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Information Technology, Operating Systems, Web Applications, Collaborative Software, Computer Literacy, Computing Platforms, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Application Development, System Software, Linux, Application Design, Microsoft Windows, Mac OS, Package and Software Management, Open Source Technology, Software Development

    ★ 4.4 (8) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • N

    Nikolai Schuler

    Snowflake - Intermediate Course

    Skills you'll gain: Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Data Access, Identity and Access Management, Data Pipelines, User Accounts, Real Time Data, Data Management, Data Loss Prevention, Data Warehousing, Disaster Recovery, Microsoft Azure, Data Storage, Database Management, Cloud Storage, Cloud Computing, Data Analysis

    ★ 4.3 (10) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Identifying the Right Role for Yourself

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, Data Analysis, Data Literacy, Data Architecture, AI literacy, Analytical Skills, Business Analysis, Cloud Engineering

    ★ 4.3 (9) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    SkillUp

    The DMAIC Framework: Analyze, Improve, and Control Phase

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Process Controls, Six Sigma Methodology, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Lean Six Sigma, Statistical Analysis, Continuous Improvement Process, Data Analysis, Analysis, Process Analysis, Process Improvement, Quality Improvement, Statistical Methods, Quality Monitoring, Quality Control, Process Improvement and Optimization, Root Cause Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistics, Statistical Inference

    ★ 4.6 (18) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Information Technology Entrepreneurship & Startup: University of Minnesota
  • Introduction to Technology-Assisted Decision-Making: University of Leeds
  • Kafka Architecture and Internals: LearnKartS
  • Develop an ASP.NET Core web app that consumes an API: Microsoft
  • Speaking to a Technical Group: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Samsung Mobile Repair Essentials: Samsung
  • Mastering Negotiation Skills & Strategies: Northeastern University
  • Managing Diversity in a Multicultural Workplace: Coursera
  • Foundations of IT Fundamentals: Packt
  • Snowflake - Intermediate Course: Nikolai Schuler

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