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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


  • I

    Institute for the Future

    Simulation Skills: This is Your Brain on the Future

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Creative Thinking, Simulations, Creativity, Virtual Reality, Empathy, Self-Motivation, Strategic Planning, Personal Development, Scenario Testing, Innovation, Storytelling, Experience Design

    4.8 stars, 435 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • Y

    Yale University

    Introduction to Negotiation: A Strategic Playbook for Becoming a Principled and Persuasive Negotiator

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Case Studies, Conflict Management, Persuasive Communication, Influencing, Communication Strategies, Relationship Building, Game Theory, Collaboration, Strategic Decision-Making, Decision Making

    4.8 stars, 5.2K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (5.2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Trending right now
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    Preview
  • S

    Skillshare

    Affinity Photo: Beyond the Basics – Retouching Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Photo Editing, Photography, Image Quality, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Post-Production, Editing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Anthropometry, Biomechanics, and Motor Skills in User Design

    Skills you'll gain: Kinesiology, Human Factors, Exercise Science, Human Factors Engineering, Control Systems, Sports Medicine, Human Musculoskeletal System, Sensory Systems Analysis, Industrial Design, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Mechanics, Occupational Health, Human Centered Design, Product Design, Injury Prevention, Rehabilitation

    4.7 stars, 19 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (19) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Digital Brand Builders: From Strategy to Social Influence

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Brand Strategy, Brand Management, Brand Strategy, Branding, Brand Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Brand Loyalty, Social Media Marketing, Storytelling, Digital Marketing, digital literacy, Marketing Channel, Influencing, Personal Development, Community Development, Performance marketing, Employee Engagement, Corporate Strategy, Analytics

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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  • C

    Coursera

    Create and schedule content for social media with Later

    Skills you'll gain: Content Scheduling, Social Media Content, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Management, Content Creation, Digital Marketing

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    AI-Enhanced Communication Skills for Banking Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Client Services, Oral Expression, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Customer Relationship Building, Active Listening, Communication Strategies, Customer and Client Support, Consultative Approaches, Operational Risk, Risk Management Framework, Compliance Management, Business Communication, Constructive Feedback, Regulatory Compliance, Bank Regulations, Banking, Customer experience improvement, Banking Services

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
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  • Y

    Yunus Social Business Fund Bengaluru

    Strategy and Finance for the lifecycle of a Social Business

    Skills you'll gain: Cash Flows, Financial Market, Cash Flow Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Social Impact, Business Valuation, Risk Analysis, Decision Making, Return On Investment, Stakeholder Engagement, Finance, Risk Management Framework, Strategic Decision-Making, Sustainable Development, Cost Benefit Analysis, Financial Acumen, Capital Markets, Portfolio Risk, Economics

    4.7 stars, 38 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (38) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The Expert Academy

    Sales Skills: Coach Buyers Through Complex Decisions

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, B2B Sales, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Closing (Sales), Rapport Building, Collaboration, Sales, Stakeholder Communications, Empathy, Stakeholder Engagement, Communication Strategies, Sales Process, Stakeholder Management, Influencing, Mental Health, Employee Coaching, Coaching, Decision Making, Cultural Sensitivity

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Chris Croft Training

    Project Management: Soft Skills for Project Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Assertiveness, Negotiation, Conflict Management, Leadership and Management, Influencing, Client Services, Oral Expression, Customer Service, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Management Software, Sales Presentations, Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Management, Project Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Leadership, Project Management Office (PMO), Project Management Life Cycle, Business Leadership, Risk Management

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Skillshare

    Street Photography: Gear, Style & On-the-Street Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Photography, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Image Quality, Personal Development, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Resourcefulness, Resilience, Social Skills, Overcoming Obstacles, Decision Making, Storytelling, Composure, Adaptability, Interpersonal Communications, Aesthetics, Creativity

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Washington

    Lesson | Business English Skills: Introducing Yourself in Business Settings

    Skills you'll gain: Rapport Building, Non-Verbal Communication, Relationship Building, Professional Networking, Business Communication, Greeting Customers, Oral Expression, English Language, Interpersonal Communications, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies

    4.5 stars, 387 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (387) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Simulation Skills: This is Your Brain on the Future: Institute for the Future
  • Introduction to Negotiation: A Strategic Playbook for Becoming a Principled and Persuasive Negotiator: Yale University
  • Affinity Photo: Beyond the Basics – Retouching Skills: Skillshare
  • Anthropometry, Biomechanics, and Motor Skills in User Design: Arizona State University
  • Digital Brand Builders: From Strategy to Social Influence: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Create and schedule content for social media with Later: Coursera
  • AI-Enhanced Communication Skills for Banking Professionals: Coursera
  • Strategy and Finance for the lifecycle of a Social Business: Yunus Social Business Fund Bengaluru
  • Sales Skills: Coach Buyers Through Complex Decisions: The Expert Academy
  • Project Management: Soft Skills for Project Managers: Chris Croft Training

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