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Professional Skills Courses

Professional skills courses can help you learn effective communication, time management, negotiation techniques, and leadership strategies. You can build skills in conflict resolution, networking, and project management, which are crucial in various work environments. Many courses introduce tools like presentation software, project management platforms, and collaboration apps that enhance your ability to work efficiently and lead teams.

Popular Professional Skills Courses and Certifications


  • I

    IBM

    People and Soft Skills Assessment

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Communication, Persuasive Communication, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Teamwork, Team Oriented, Team Collaboration, Problem Solving, Public Speaking, Collaboration, Interpersonal Communications, Agile Product Development, Professional Development, Social Skills, Agile Project Management, Professionalism, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Complex Problem Solving, Solution Delivery

    ★ 4.7 (343) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Communication Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Communication, Communication Strategies, Influencing, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Persuasive Communication, Writing, Business Writing, Motivational Skills, Business Correspondence, Empowerment, Rapport Building, Decision Making, Collaboration, Learning Styles

    ★ 4.6 (154) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Navigating Bias

    Skills you'll gain: Accountability Frameworks, Discussion Facilitation, Decision Making, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Teamwork, Collaboration, Team Collaboration, Leadership, Conflict Management, Critical Thinking, Independent Thinking, Communication, Corporate Communications

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    IBM

    Collaborate Effectively for Professional Success

    Skills you'll gain: Collaboration, Team Collaboration, Virtual Teams, Teamwork, Team Building, Telecommuting, Professional Development, Meeting Facilitation, People Development, Communication Strategies, Communication, Critical Thinking

    ★ 4.6 (1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    PracticalGrowth

    Career Effectiveness: Balance, Networking & Collaboration

    Skills you'll gain: Team Collaboration, Sprint Retrospectives, Collaboration, Teamwork, Discussion Facilitation, Communication Strategies, Influencing, Team Building, Business Communication, Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Professional Networking, Productivity, Time Management, Content Strategy, Performance Metric, Data Storytelling, Negotiation, Value Propositions, Proposal Development

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Interview Skills & Communication Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Composure, Stress Management, Interviewing Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, Oral Expression, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication, Professionalism, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Business Communication, Business Research, Business Writing, Goal Setting, Self-Awareness

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Critical Thinking Skills for the Professional

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Problem Solving, Brainstorming, Critical Thinking, Independent Thinking, Constructive Feedback, Decision Making, Analysis, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Collaboration

    ★ 4.8 (1.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Musician’s Professional Toolbox: Your Portfolio Career

    Skills you'll gain: Productivity, Brand Strategy, Market Research, Professional Networking, Time Management, Branding, Target Audience, Business Modeling, Target Market, Social Media, Prioritization, Driving engagement, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Promotional Materials, Business Strategy, Marketing Materials, Business Planning, Drive Engagement, Video Production, Marketing

    ★ 4.9 (19) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • A

    Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    Essential Skills for Comp & Benefits Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Data Collection, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data Visualization Software, Project Management, Data Analysis, Compensation and Benefits, Business Analytics, Analytics, Google Sheets, Project Design, Timelines, Data Cleansing, Data Integrity, Data Preprocessing, Agile Methodology, Employee Surveys

    ★ 4.4 (20) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Personal Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Personal Development, Assertiveness, Smart Goals, Time Management, Productivity, Leadership, Leadership Development, Professional Development, Stress Management, Empowerment, Relationship Management, Self-Awareness, People Development, Relationship Building, Interpersonal Communications, Growth Mindedness, Communication Strategies

    ★ 4.5 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • B

    Berklee

    Building Your Career as a Professional Singer

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Musical Composition, Music Performance, Team Leadership, Performing Arts, Entrepreneurship, Event Management, Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Booking (Sales), Professional Development, Professionalism, Goal Setting, Injury Prevention

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

  • U

    Utrecht University

    Professionalism in an era of change

    Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Adult Education, Professionalism, Professional Development, Organizational Development, Social Sciences, Organizational Change, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Workforce Development, Organizational Structure, Sociology, Psychology, Leadership, Personal Development, Empowerment, Leadership Development

    ★ 4.6 (80) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • People and Soft Skills Assessment : IBM
  • Communication Skills: Packt
  • Professional Skills: Navigating Bias: Arizona State University
  • Collaborate Effectively for Professional Success: IBM
  • Career Effectiveness: Balance, Networking & Collaboration: PracticalGrowth
  • Interview Skills & Communication Mastery: EDUCBA
  • Critical Thinking Skills for the Professional: University of California, Davis
  • Musician’s Professional Toolbox: Your Portfolio Career: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Essential Skills for Comp & Benefits Professionals: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
  • Personal Skills: Packt

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