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      Coursera Project Network

      Copywriting with ChatGPT: Crafting High-Quality Blog Content

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Blogs, Generative AI Agents, Content Creation, Copywriting, Writing and Editing, Customer Advocacy, Branding, Interviewing Skills

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Microsoft

      Advanced Data Analysis & Visualization with Copilot in Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables And Charts, Excel Formulas, Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization Software, Microsoft Copilot, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Data Integration, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Cleansing

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      MedCerts

      Medical Administrative Assistants and Office Procedures

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Medical Office Procedures, Medical Records, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Electronic Medical Record, Patient Registration, Medical History Documentation, Practice Management Software, Health Informatics, Record Keeping, Hospital Admissions, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Patient Preparation, Records Management, File Management, Information Privacy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      D

      DeepLearning.AI

      LangChain for LLM Application Development

      Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Generative AI Agents, Prompt Engineering, OpenAI, Generative AI, Application Development

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      143 reviews

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      L

      Liberty Mutual Insurance

      Professional Skills for Insurance Sales Success

      Skills you'll gain: Insurance Sales, Verbal Communication Skills, Storytelling, Sales Presentation, Communication, Goal Setting, Prioritization, Relationship Management, Non-Verbal Communication, Sales, Rapport Building, Insurance, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Professional Networking

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Forecasting Financial Statements & Valuation for Accountants

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Forecasting, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Accounting, Business Valuation, Financial Statements, Cash Flow Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Balance Sheet, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Trend Analysis

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Duke University

      Strategy and Innovation for Agile Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Agile Product Development, Market Trend, Business Transformation, Operational Efficiency, Strategic Thinking, Customer Insights, Customer experience strategy (CX), Innovation, Market Opportunities, Business Strategy, Customer Engagement, Technology Strategies, New Product Development, Business Modeling, Business Technologies, Organizational Change, Business Strategies, Competitive Analysis, Customer Analysis

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      G

      Google Cloud

      Google Workspace Administration 日本語版

      Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Data Loss Prevention, Single Sign-On (SSO), Google Workspace, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, User Provisioning, Security Management, Multi-Factor Authentication, Cloud Security, Security Controls, Application Security, User Accounts, Mobile Security, Malware Protection, Personally Identifiable Information, Cloud Services, Systems Administration, Document Management, Data Management, Cloud Storage

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Cómo inspirar y a motivar personas

      Skills you'll gain: Team Motivation, Visionary, Motivational Skills, Goal Setting, Constructive Feedback, Employee Performance Management, Organizational Leadership, Performance Review, Leadership, Team Management, Team Leadership, Team Building, Drive Engagement, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Employee Engagement, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      189 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      E

      EDUCBA

      Advanced C# Programming in .NET Core

      Skills you'll gain: C# (Programming Language), Software Architecture, .NET Framework, Object Oriented Design, Distributed Computing, Scalability, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design Patterns, Microservices, Debugging, MongoDB, Data Access, Model View Controller, Performance Tuning, Maintainability, NoSQL

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      59 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Minnesota

      Healthcare Marketplace Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Market Opportunities, Health Care, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Innovation, Business Modeling, Commercialization, Market Analysis, Revenue Forecasting, Technology Strategies, Business Valuation, Regulatory Affairs, Intellectual Property, Regulatory Requirements

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      65 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • T

      The University of Sydney

      Creative Thinking and Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creativity, Creative Problem-Solving, Innovation, Ideation, Brainstorming, Cognitive flexibility, Open Mindset, Curiosity

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      27 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Copywriting with ChatGPT: Crafting High-Quality Blog Content: Coursera Project Network
    • Advanced Data Analysis & Visualization with Copilot in Excel: Microsoft
    • Medical Administrative Assistants and Office Procedures: MedCerts
    • LangChain for LLM Application Development: DeepLearning.AI
    • Professional Skills for Insurance Sales Success: Liberty Mutual Insurance
    • Forecasting Financial Statements & Valuation for Accountants: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Strategy and Innovation for Agile Organizations: Duke University
    • Google Workspace Administration 日本語版: Google Cloud
    • Cómo inspirar y a motivar personas: University of Michigan
    • Advanced C# Programming in .NET Core: EDUCBA

    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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