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    Find the Best Soft Skills Course for Your Goals

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      Board Infinity

      Frontend Development using Angular

      Skills you'll gain: Angular, HTML and CSS, Application Frameworks, Javascript, Maintainability, Front-End Web Development, Web Development, Programming Principles, Responsive Web Design, UI Components

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      University of Michigan

      Understanding Data: Navigating Statistics, Science, and AI

      Skills you'll gain: Histogram, Generative AI, Data Literacy, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Collection, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Scientific Methods, Descriptive Statistics, Statistics, Data Analysis, Data Ethics, Experimentation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Research Design, Statistical Visualization, Research, Artificial Intelligence, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Reporting

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • A

      Amazon Web Services

      Capstone: Following the AWS Well Architected Framework

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Security, Operational Excellence, Solution Architecture, Cloud-Native Computing, Corporate Sustainability, Performance Tuning, Operational Efficiency, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Cost Reduction, System Requirements, Cost Management, Disaster Recovery, Interviewing Skills

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      42 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Leeds

      Exploratory Data Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Statistical Modeling, Statistics, Data Analysis, Statistical Inference, R Programming, Descriptive Statistics, Box Plots, Data Visualization Software, Histogram, Probability, Simulations

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      Epic Games

      User Interface in Game Design

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, User Interface (UI) Design, UI Components, Game Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Programming Principles, Prototyping, Motion Graphics

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • N

      National Taiwan University

      實驗經濟學 (Experimental Economics: Behavioral Game Theory)

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Thinking, Game Theory, Experimentation, Behavioral Economics, Research Design, Strategic Decision-Making, Economics, Socioeconomics, Peer Review, Negotiation, Decision Making, Market Dynamics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      81 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Indian School of Business

      Basic Financial Literacy

      Skills you'll gain: Loans, Financial Planning, Finance, Wealth Management, Financial Management, Budgeting, Tax Planning, Investments, Income Tax, Risk Management, Goal Setting

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      NASM Personal Fitness Trainer Exam Preparation

      Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Kinesiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Automated External Defibrillator, Rehabilitation, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Physical Therapy, Orthopedics, Self-Motivation, Injury Prevention, Motivational Skills, Anatomy, Goal Setting, Respiration, Stress Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • S

      Starweaver

      Effective Corporate Communication: Principles & Evolution

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Communications, Internal Communications, Strategic Communication, Media Relations, Business Communication, Stakeholder Engagement, Intercultural Competence, Public Relations, Corporate Strategy, Cultural Diversity, Communication Strategies, Business Ethics, Crisis Management, Digital Communications, Drive Engagement, Employee Engagement, Branding

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      Università di Napoli Federico II

      English for Business B1

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Business Communication, Business Correspondence, Verbal Communication Skills, Negotiation, Business Writing, English Language, Interviewing Skills, Data Visualization, Communication, Report Writing, Data Storytelling, Taking Meeting Minutes, Recruitment, Business Reporting

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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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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      New
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      Free Trial
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      Microsoft

      Web Development with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Web Development, Flask (Web Framework), Restful API, Selenium (Software), Front-End Web Development, Web Applications, Full-Stack Web Development, Secure Coding, Object-Relational Mapping, JavaScript Frameworks, Application Security, Application Deployment, Cloud Applications, HTML and CSS, Back-End Web Development, Databases, Application Programming Interface (API), Microsoft Azure, Vue.JS, Relational Databases

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Frontend Development using Angular: Board Infinity
    • Understanding Data: Navigating Statistics, Science, and AI: University of Michigan
    • Capstone: Following the AWS Well Architected Framework: Amazon Web Services
    • Exploratory Data Analysis: University of Leeds
    • User Interface in Game Design: Epic Games
    • 實驗經濟學 (Experimental Economics: Behavioral Game Theory): National Taiwan University
    • Basic Financial Literacy: Indian School of Business
    • NASM Personal Fitness Trainer Exam Preparation: National Academy of Sports Medicine
    • Effective Corporate Communication: Principles & Evolution: Starweaver
    • English for Business B1: Università di Napoli Federico II

    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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