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Soft skills courses can help you learn how to communicate effectively, collaborate with others, and navigate workplace dynamics with emotional intelligence and adaptability.


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    University of Toronto

    The Arts and Science of Relationships: Understanding Human Needs

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

    4.5
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Macquarie University

    Adapting: Career Development

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Resilience, Personal Development, Time Management, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Productivity, Cultural Sensitivity, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Business Ethics, Business Communication, Leadership Development, Cognitive flexibility, Diversity Awareness, Professional Development, Writing, Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Lifelong Learning

    4.8
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    MathWorks

    MATLAB Skills for the AI Era

    Skills you'll gain: Scripting, Matlab, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization Software, Generative AI, Interactive Data Visualization, UI Components, Mathematical Modeling, Data Visualization, Interactive Design, LLM Application, Data Sharing, Scientific Visualization, Data Storytelling, Data Analysis, Data Processing, User Interface (UI) Design, Engineering Calculations, Programming Principles

    4.8
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    6 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Scrum Alliance

    Agile Coaching Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Discussion Facilitation, Employee Coaching, Coaching, Agile Product Development, Agile Project Management, Agile Software Development, Mentorship, Team Leadership, Agile Methodology, Team Performance Management, Team Management, Team Motivation, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Change, Business Communication, Business, Business Management, Organizational Strategy, Business Strategies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Uncover Your Transferable Skills with AI

    Skills you'll gain: Communication, Professional Development, Google Gemini, LinkedIn, Value Propositions, Interviewing Skills, Adaptability, Professional Networking, AI Personalization, Resourcefulness

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Starweaver

    Customer Service Essentials: 20 Skills for Happy Clients

    Skills you'll gain: Service Recovery, De-escalation Techniques, Greeting Customers, Customer Complaint Resolution, Customer Service, Conflict Management, Client Services, Hospitality, Friendliness, Professionalism, Teamwork, Composure, Coordination, Customer experience improvement, Collaboration, Personalized Service, Customer Relationship Building, Communication, Empathy, Active Listening

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Macquarie University

    Excel Skills for Business

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Dashboard, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Data Visualization, Excel Macros, Data Validation, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Modeling, Financial Forecasting, Data Management, Business Intelligence Software, Consolidation, Data Integrity, Data Entry, Business Reporting, Productivity Software, Financial Modeling, Loans

    4.9
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    63K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Coaching Skills for Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Employee Coaching, Coaching, Gap Analysis, Management Training And Development, Organizational Change, Performance Management, Performance Analysis, Expectation Management, Employee Performance Management, Team Performance Management, Leadership and Management, People Management, Performance Improvement, Accountability, Empowerment, Personal Development, Performance Measurement, Leadership, Communication

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    California Institute of the Arts

    Acting Skills for Business Communication and Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Empathy, Assertiveness, Communication, Business Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Planning, Goal Setting, Mindfulness, Public Speaking, Influencing, Leadership, Business Leadership, Presentations, Team Building, Empowerment, Executive Presence, Non-Verbal Communication, Teamwork, Initiative and Leadership

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Sydney

    Academic Skills for University Success

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Problem Solving, Editing, Research, Creative Thinking, Public Speaking, Proofreading, Deductive Reasoning, Brainstorming, Communication, Information Management, Analytical Skills, Ethical Standards And Conduct, English Language, Research Methodologies, Writing, Verbal Communication Skills, Digital Communications, Complex Problem Solving

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Deep Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Neural Networks, Tensorflow, Generative AI, Supervised Learning, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Debugging, Performance Tuning, Python Programming, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Machine Learning Algorithms

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    Work Smarter with Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Data Visualization, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Office, Microsoft 365, Productivity Software, Data Import/Export, Data Management

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

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

  • The Arts and Science of Relationships: Understanding Human Needs: University of Toronto
  • Adapting: Career Development: Macquarie University
  • MATLAB Skills for the AI Era: MathWorks
  • Agile Coaching Skills: Scrum Alliance
  • Uncover Your Transferable Skills with AI: Google
  • Customer Service Essentials: 20 Skills for Happy Clients: Starweaver
  • Excel Skills for Business: Macquarie University
  • Coaching Skills for Managers: University of California, Davis
  • Acting Skills for Business Communication and Leadership: California Institute of the Arts
  • Academic Skills for University Success: The University of Sydney

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