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    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Data Cleaning in Excel: Techniques to Clean Messy Data

      Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Microsoft Excel, Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Data Quality, Excel Formulas, Real Time Data

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      38 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Rastreo de los contactos de la COVID-19

      Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Care, Medical Privacy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Rapport Building, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Interpersonal Communications, Case Management, Investigation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      S

      Starweaver

      Grow with AI: Your AI-driven Growth Marketing strategy

      Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Marketing Strategies, Email Marketing, Growth Strategies, Marketing Automation, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Analytics, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Engagement, Lead Generation, Artificial Intelligence, Customer Insights, Customer Retention, Business Ethics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      57 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of California, Davis

      Annual Campaigns: Building a Case for Support

      Skills you'll gain: Fundraising, Campaign Management, Direct Marketing, Target Audience, Email Marketing, Telemarketing, Lead Generation, Event Management, Relationship Building, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Cross-Channel Marketing, Communication Strategies

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      51 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • P

      Packt

      AutoCAD 2023 Masterclass - Produce Amazing Site Plans

      Skills you'll gain: AutoCAD, Architectural Drawing, Technical Drawing, Computer-Aided Design, Drafting and Engineering Design, Engineering Drawings, Architectural Design, Data Import/Export

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      C

      Codio

      Advanced Django: Building a Blog

      Skills you'll gain: Performance Tuning, Django (Web Framework), Authentications, PostgreSQL, Object-Relational Mapping, Model View Controller, Cloud Hosting, User Accounts, Application Security, Configuration Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      112 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      S

      Starweaver

      Business Analysis Mastery: Planning, Skills, and Perspective

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Business Analysis, Business Intelligence, Business Process, Business Planning, Business Process Management, Stakeholder Communications, Enterprise Architecture, Business Consulting, Requirements Analysis, Information Technology, Agile Methodology, Governance, Information Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      57 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      A

      Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

      Total Rewards & the Role of Compensation & Benefits

      Skills you'll gain: Compensation and Benefits, Compensation Management, Compensation Strategy, Benefits Administration, Human Resources, Human Resource Strategy, Employee Retention, Organizational Strategy, Performance Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      41 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      IBM

      IBM RAG and Agentic AI

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Generative AI Agents, Agentic systems, Large Language Modeling, Database Management, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Databases, OpenAI, Database Architecture and Administration, Tensorflow, Artificial Intelligence, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Image Analysis, Natural Language Processing, Application Development, Data Management, Full-Stack Web Development, Flask (Web Framework), AI Personalization

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      G

      Goldman Sachs

      Fundamentals of Negotiation, with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Active Listening, Rapport Building, Business Communication, Conflict Management, Relationship Building, Interpersonal Communications, Goal Setting, Communication, Cognitive flexibility, Influencing, Emotional Intelligence

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      449 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • T

      Tally Education and Distribution Services Private Limited

      Financial Business Accounting and MIS Reports

      Skills you'll gain: Accounts Payable and Receivable, Accounting Software, Ledgers (Accounting), Accounting, Financial Accounting, Sales Tax, Financial Statements, International Finance, Invoicing, Inventory Management System, Cash Handling, Tax Compliance, Reconciliation, Payment Systems, Banking

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      42 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Introduction to Merchandising

      Skills you'll gain: Merchandising, Merchandise Displays, Inventory Management, Visual Merchandising, Consumer Behaviour, Inventory Management System, Planogram, Retail Management, Retail Sales, Retail Store Operations, Marketing Psychology, Customer Insights, Business Development, Sales Strategy, Market Dynamics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      46 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Data Cleaning in Excel: Techniques to Clean Messy Data: Coursera Project Network
    • Rastreo de los contactos de la COVID-19: Johns Hopkins University
    • Grow with AI: Your AI-driven Growth Marketing strategy : Starweaver
    • Annual Campaigns: Building a Case for Support: University of California, Davis
    • AutoCAD 2023 Masterclass - Produce Amazing Site Plans: Packt
    • Advanced Django: Building a Blog: Codio
    • Business Analysis Mastery: Planning, Skills, and Perspective: Starweaver
    • Total Rewards & the Role of Compensation & Benefits: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
    • IBM RAG and Agentic AI: IBM
    • Fundamentals of Negotiation, with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women: Goldman Sachs

    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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