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      MathWorks

      Automating Image Processing

      Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Matlab, Computer Vision, Automation, Anomaly Detection, Data Store

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Customer Insights: New Product Development Orientation

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Insights, Design Thinking, New Product Development, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer experience improvement, Product Development, Customer Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Business Research, User Research, Persona Development, Product Management, Process Mapping, Analysis, Needs Assessment

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      103 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Content Development and Management

      Skills you'll gain: Editing, Content Development and Management, Proofreading, Public Relations, Content Creation, Writing and Editing, Content Management, Web Content, Marketing and Public Relations, Content Management Systems, Press Releases, Content Strategy, Social Media Content, Promotions and Campaigns, Media and Communications, Generative AI Agents, Scheduling

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Marketing, Communication, and PR

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing and Public Relations, Integrated Marketing Communications, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Storytelling, Content Performance Analysis, Strategic Communication, Target Audience, Campaign Management, Content Creation, Digital Media Strategy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, AI Personalization

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Unsupervised Algorithms in Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Science, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Data Mining, Python Programming, Linear Algebra, Algorithms, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis

      Build toward a degree

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      Splunk Administration and Advanced Topics

      Skills you'll gain: Splunk, Data Modeling, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), System Monitoring, Incident Response, User Accounts, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Machine Learning, Event Monitoring, Performance Tuning, Data Visualization, Threat Detection, Identity and Access Management, Anomaly Detection, Correlation Analysis, Data Analysis, Authentications, Data Collection, Configuration Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      45 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Introduction to Javascript and Ajax: Building Web Apps

      Skills you'll gain: Javascript, Ajax, JSON, Web Applications, Web Development, Scripting, Event-Driven Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Web Services, Prototyping, Network Protocols

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnKartS

      Project Management and Risk Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Project Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Agile Project Management, Project Management, Agile Methodology, Risk Appetite, User Story, Sprint Retrospectives

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Amsterdam

      Teaching in University Science Laboratories (Developing Best Practice)

      Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Experience, User Feedback, Experimentation, Research, Scientific Methods, Safety Training

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      138 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Tsinghua University

      General Academic English

      Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, English Language, Economics, Psychology, Research, Business Management, Writing, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Vocabulary, Cultural Diversity, Environment

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      97 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Alteryx for Beginners

      Skills you'll gain: Alteryx, Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Data Transformation, Data Cleansing, Data Import/Export, Data Presentation, Data Manipulation, Geographic Information Systems, Data Wrangling, Data Visualization Software, Data Mapping, Data Analysis, Data Integration, Text Mining, File Management

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Free Trial
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      Codio

      Angular for Front End Engineers

      Skills you'll gain: Angular, Test Driven Development (TDD), Unit Testing, HTML and CSS, Web Development, Software Testing, Web Applications, Front-End Web Development, Integration Testing, Development Environment, UI Components, Javascript, Event-Driven Programming, Data Management, Command-Line Interface, Data Storage Technologies

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Automating Image Processing: MathWorks
    • Customer Insights: New Product Development Orientation: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Content Development and Management: Microsoft
    • Marketing, Communication, and PR: Microsoft
    • Unsupervised Algorithms in Machine Learning: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Splunk Administration and Advanced Topics: EDUCBA
    • Introduction to Javascript and Ajax: Building Web Apps: Johns Hopkins University
    • Project Management and Risk Fundamentals: LearnKartS
    • Teaching in University Science Laboratories (Developing Best Practice): University of Amsterdam
    • General Academic English: Tsinghua University

    Why Learn Soft Skills?

    Soft skills—like communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and leadership—are essential for building strong professional relationships and achieving success across roles and industries. They complement technical knowledge and help you thrive in collaborative, fast-changing environments. Learning soft skills can improve how you connect, lead, and grow throughout your career.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Soft Skills

    Top courses include Professional Skills for the Workplace from the University of California, Davis, People and Soft Skills for Professional and Personal Success from IBM, and Emotional Intelligence: Cultivating Immensely Human Interactions from the University of Michigan. These courses cover communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and leadership essentials.‎

    Yes. Many soft skills courses offer a free audit option, which allows learners to access video lessons and reading materials at no cost. To complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how to communicate clearly, work well with others, resolve conflicts, and build relationships. Courses often include practical techniques for presenting ideas, active listening, emotional intelligence, and working effectively in diverse teams.‎

    Not at all. Soft skills courses on Coursera are designed for everyone, whether you’re starting your career, moving into a leadership role, or seeking to build better connections in your current work or studies.‎

    Yes. Soft skills are essential for career growth and workplace success in every field. Coursera courses can help you develop these in-demand abilities, boost your confidence, and earn certificates that demonstrate your commitment to professional growth.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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