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    • Status: Free Trial
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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Leadership and Disruption

      Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Lifelong Learning, Leadership, Digital Transformation, Team Leadership, Team Management, Business Transformation, Leadership Development, Business Leadership, Telecommuting, Constructive Feedback, Organizational Leadership, Drive Engagement, Innovation, Professional Development, Strategic Leadership, Storytelling, Adaptability, Team Motivation, Strategic Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      266 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Virtualization, Docker, and Kubernetes for Data Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Site Reliability Engineering, Docker (Software), Containerization, Kubernetes, Virtualization, Devops Tools, Microservices, Development Environment, Software Development Tools, Application Deployment, Virtual Machines, Software Development, Cloud Development, Database Management, GitHub, Scalability

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      39 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Internet of Things: Setting Up Your DragonBoardâ„¢ Development Platform

      Skills you'll gain: Application Development, Android (Operating System), Android Studio, Mobile Development, Software Development Tools, Game Design, Development Environment, Internet Of Things, Embedded Software, Web Servers, Web Applications, USB, Peripheral Devices, Operating Systems, System Programming, Software Installation, Command-Line Interface, System Configuration, Hardware Troubleshooting

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      160 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      CompTIA Security+ Certification (SY0-701): The Total Course

      Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Incident Response, Network Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cybersecurity, Computer Security Incident Management, Application Security, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Information Systems Security, Identity and Access Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Strategy, Cryptography, Security Testing, Secure Coding, Encryption, Risk Management Framework, Command-Line Interface, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Threat Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      American Council on Exercise

      Intro to Personal Training: A Career Starter Course

      Skills you'll gain: Selling Techniques, Sales, Goal Setting, Customer Retention, Sales Prospecting, Nutrition and Diet, Consultative Selling, Customer Acquisition Management, Patient Education And Counseling, Motivational Interviewing, Kinesiology, Safety Assurance, Active Listening, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Coaching, Performance Measurement, Injury Prevention, Patient Evaluation, Anatomy, Health Assessment

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Ethics, Culture, and Global Perspectives

      Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Brand Management, Culture, Cultural Responsiveness, Global Marketing, Branding, Brand Strategy, Corporate Sustainability, Intercultural Competence, Decision Making, Stakeholder Management, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Consumer Behaviour

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      200 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      SkillUp EdTech

      Business Analysis: Project and Stakeholder Management

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Risk Analysis, Business Analysis, Project Management, Risk Management, Plan Execution, Project Planning, Project Coordination, Communication Strategies, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Specialized Models: Time Series and Survival Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Deep Learning, Statistical Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Methods, Forecasting, Jupyter, Data Cleansing, Applied Machine Learning, Data Transformation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Pandas (Python Package)

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      134 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      Packt

      Rust Programming Masterclass from Beginner to Expert

      Skills you'll gain: Rust (Programming Language), Data Structures, Development Environment, Performance Tuning, Package and Software Management, Blockchain, Web Servers, Web Development, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Performance Testing, Software Visualization, System Programming, Distributed Computing, Data Management, Computer Programming Tools, Web Scraping, Software Design, Software Testing, Capacity Management

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Illinois Tech

      Leadership & Organization Design

      Skills you'll gain: Leadership and Management, Team Leadership, Organizational Change, Decision Making, Cultural Diversity, Conflict Management, Business Leadership, Team Management, Leadership, Virtual Teams, Organizational Development, Cultural Sensitivity, Organizational Structure, Diversity and Inclusion, Influencing, Human Resource Strategy, Business Ethics, Team Motivation, Negotiation, Innovation

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      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Notion for Beginners: Create a Project Plan

      Skills you'll gain: Milestones (Project Management), Goal Setting, Timelines, Project Management Software, Delegation Skills, Project Planning, Project Coordination, Databases, Project Management, Coordinating, Collaborative Software, Team Building, Team Oriented, Prioritization, Content Management

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Free Trial
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      MathWorks

      Object Tracking and Motion Detection with Computer Vision

      Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Matlab, Motion Graphics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Visualization (Computer Graphics), Machine Learning Algorithms

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Leadership and Disruption: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Virtualization, Docker, and Kubernetes for Data Engineering: Duke University
    • Internet of Things: Setting Up Your DragonBoardâ„¢ Development Platform: University of California San Diego
    • CompTIA Security+ Certification (SY0-701): The Total Course: Packt
    • Intro to Personal Training: A Career Starter Course: American Council on Exercise
    • Ethics, Culture, and Global Perspectives: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Business Analysis: Project and Stakeholder Management: SkillUp EdTech
    • Specialized Models: Time Series and Survival Analysis: IBM
    • Rust Programming Masterclass from Beginner to Expert: Packt
    • Leadership & Organization Design: Illinois Tech

    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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