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      MedCerts

      Professionalism in Allied Health

      Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Conflict Management, Cultural Responsiveness, Patient Education And Counseling, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Professionalism, Professional Development, Time Management, Emotional Intelligence, Teamwork, Interpersonal Communications, Conscientiousness, Communication, Trustworthiness, Compassion, Empathy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Medical Privacy, Medical Office Procedures

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      748 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EDHEC Business School

      Investment Management with Python and Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Investment Management, Portfolio Management, Text Mining, Asset Management, Network Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Machine Learning Methods, Financial Data, Unstructured Data, Predictive Modeling, Web Scraping, Machine Learning, Advanced Analytics, Financial Statements, Applied Machine Learning, Financial Market, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Return On Investment, Risk Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Macquarie University

      Cultural intelligence: Become a global citizen

      Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Business Ethics, Cognitive flexibility, Diversity Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Global Marketing, Business Leadership, Collaboration, Culture, International Relations, Systems Thinking, Economics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      211 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Liderazgo efectivo para el siglo XXI

      Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Resilience, Personal Development, Teamwork, Storytelling, Experimentation, Team Management, Community Development, Social Skills, Leadership, Persistence, Mindfulness, Initiative and Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Strategic Leadership, Professional Development, Complex Problem Solving, Empathy, Adaptability

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      3.6K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      New
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      Google

      Google Prompting Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Prompt Engineering, Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Sampling (Statistics), Presentations, Graphing, Generative AI Agents, ChatGPT, Data Ethics, AI Personalization, Generative AI, Brainstorming, Timelines, Excel Formulas, Data Analysis, Taking Meeting Minutes, Concision, Oral Expression, Artificial Intelligence

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      197 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Dartmouth College

      Decision-Making: Blending Art & Science

      Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Behavioral Economics, Problem Solving, Analysis, Goal Setting, Risk Analysis, Cognitive flexibility

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      180 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals AI-900 Exam Prep

      Skills you'll gain: Anomaly Detection, Image Analysis, Text Mining, Unsupervised Learning, Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence, Natural Language Processing, Microsoft Azure, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Applied Machine Learning, Data Ethics, Machine Learning, Large Language Modeling, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning Methods, Statistical Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Automation

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Northwestern University

      High Performance Collaboration: Leadership, Teamwork, and Negotiation

      Skills you'll gain: Leadership, Negotiation, Organizational Leadership, Teamwork, Leadership Development, Leadership and Management, Team Management, Team Building, Collaboration, Professional Development, Employee Coaching, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Decision Making, Goal Setting

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rice University

      Mindfulness and Well-being

      Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Stress Management, Resilience, Mindfulness, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Compassion, Positivity, Empathy, Mental Health, Mental Concentration, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Relationship Building, Behavioral Health, Cognitive flexibility, Social Justice, Persistence, Overcoming Obstacles

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Wesleyan University

      Schizophrenia

      Skills you'll gain: Psychiatry, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Pharmacology, Psychotherapy, Psychology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Patient Evaluation, Neurology, Scientific Methods, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Research Methodologies, Medical Imaging

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.4K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free
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      Microsoft

      Build a computer vision app with Azure Cognitive Services

      Skills you'll gain: Application Programming Interface (API), Microsoft Azure, Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), User Accounts, Image Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Solutions

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      296 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      SAS

      Getting Started with SAS Programming

      Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Data Import/Export, Data Validation, Data Access, Data Manipulation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Analysis, SQL, Data Presentation, Microsoft Excel, Descriptive Statistics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular emotional intelligence courses

    • Professionalism in Allied Health: MedCerts
    • Investment Management with Python and Machine Learning: EDHEC Business School
    • Cultural intelligence: Become a global citizen: Macquarie University
    • Liderazgo efectivo para el siglo XXI: Universidad de los Andes
    • Google Prompting Essentials: Google
    • Decision-Making: Blending Art & Science: Dartmouth College
    • Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals AI-900 Exam Prep: Microsoft
    • High Performance Collaboration: Leadership, Teamwork, and Negotiation: Northwestern University
    • Mindfulness and Well-being: Rice University
    • Schizophrenia: Wesleyan University

    Frequently Asked Questions about Emotional Intelligence

    Coursera’s Emotional Intelligence courses offer learners the opportunity to develop skills that enhance personal and professional relationships:

    • Understanding the fundamentals of emotional intelligence, including self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills.
    • Techniques for improving emotional awareness and self-control.
    • Strategies for communicating effectively and managing interpersonal conflicts.
    • Skills for leading with empathy and building resilient teams.
    • Best practices for applying emotional intelligence in leadership and customer relations.
    • Insights into cultural intelligence and how to adapt emotional skills across diverse contexts.‎

    Understanding why you want to improve your emotional intelligence, whether for personal growth, effective leadership, or better relationships, will guide your learning. Regular practice in self-awareness, empathy, and emotional regulation is essential. Join relevant communities like emotional intelligence forums or workshops for shared learning. Work on real projects like journaling or role-playing exercises. ‎

    Emotional Intelligence courses on Coursera are accessible to learners from all backgrounds:

    • Beginners can start with introductory courses that explain the basics of emotional intelligence and its importance in personal and professional settings.
    • Those with some experience in management or human resources can enhance their skills in applying emotional intelligence in leadership and team dynamics.
    • Advanced learners can focus on specialized applications of emotional intelligence in various professional fields such as education, healthcare, or customer service.‎

    Upon completing Emotional Intelligence courses, learners can obtain credentials that may support their professional development:

    • Professional certificates that may indicate foundational understanding and practical skills in emotional intelligence.
    • Specializations that focus on emotional intelligence, potentially enhancing personal growth and professional capabilities.
    • Certificates that can be presented to employers as evidence of a learner’s commitment to developing skills in managing self and interpersonal relationships effectively.‎

    Skills in emotional intelligence are valuable across a wide range of roles:

    • Human Resources Manager, utilizing emotional intelligence to enhance employee relations and organizational culture.
    • Team Leader, applying emotional intelligence to foster team collaboration and increase productivity.
    • Customer Service Representative, leveraging emotional intelligence to improve client satisfaction and conflict resolution.
    • Salesperson, using emotional intelligence to understand and respond to customer needs effectively.
    • Educator, incorporating emotional intelligence into teaching methods to support student development.‎

    Yes, Coursera offers a variety of free courses across many topics, including emotional intelligence. While you can access most course materials for free by auditing the courses, this does not include graded assignments or a completion certificate. For those looking to obtain a certificate to showcase their learning or enhance their professional profile, Coursera provides the option to purchase the course. Additionally, Coursera offers free trials or financial aid to learners who qualify, making certifications more accessible to everyone.‎

    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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