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      IBM

      Generative AI: Empowering Modern Education

      Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Generative AI, Education Software and Technology, ChatGPT, Data Ethics, Prompt Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Information Privacy, Diversity Awareness, Data Security

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      CCNA v1.1 (200-301) Video Training Series

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), TCP/IP, Routing Protocols, Network Security, Wireless Networks, Network Switches, Network Architecture, Network Administration, Ansible, Network Routing, Networking Hardware, Network Routers, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), OSI Models, Local Area Networks, General Networking, Network Infrastructure, Computer Networking, Event Monitoring, Network Troubleshooting

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Adobe Indesign for Beginners: Workshop Flyer Design

      Skills you'll gain: Adobe InDesign, Color Theory, Typography, Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Cloud, Design, Graphic and Visual Design

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      LearnKartS

      Introduction to AWS

      Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Public Cloud, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Security, Network Architecture, Virtual Machines, Scalability

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)

      Skills you'll gain: Agile Project Management, Sprint Retrospectives, Scaled Agile Framework, Agile Methodology, Team Management, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Team Performance Management, Team Leadership, User Story, Initiative and Leadership, Employee Coaching, Team Building, Leadership, Kanban Principles, Conflict Management, Earned Value Management, Sprint Planning, Continuous Improvement Process, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Amazon Web Services

      Cloud Support Essentials: A Technical Approach

      Skills you'll gain: Command-Line Interface, Network Troubleshooting, Linux Commands, Linux, Linux Administration, Technical Support, Network Infrastructure, Amazon Web Services, File Management, Network Security, System Configuration, Software Installation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      SkillUp EdTech

      The Business Intelligence (BI) Analyst Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Business Intelligence, Dashboard, Tableau Software, IBM Cognos Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Looker (Software), Regression Analysis, PostgreSQL, Microsoft PowerPoint, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Visualization Software, Data Cleansing, Microsoft Excel, SQL, Data Manipulation, LinkedIn, Data Quality

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Akamai Technologies, Inc.

      Introduction to IT Security

      Skills you'll gain: Endpoint Security, Incident Response, Network Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Security Management, Penetration Testing, Cybersecurity, Authentications, Vulnerability Assessments, Encryption, Firewall, Identity and Access Management, Hardening, Threat Detection, Disaster Recovery, Public Key Infrastructure, Mobile Security, Risk Management Framework, Wireless Networks

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Developing with GitHub Copilot and VS Code

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Integrated Development Environments, Microsoft Visual Studio, Software Development Tools, Application Development, Artificial Intelligence, Web Development Tools, GitHub, Debugging, HTML and CSS

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      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      Web Application Development with ASP.NET Core

      Skills you'll gain: ASP.NET, Restful API, Object-Relational Mapping, Web Applications, User Accounts, Data Integrity, Single Sign-On (SSO), Application Programming Interface (API), Authentications, Back-End Web Development, Performance Tuning, Authorization (Computing), Relational Databases, Identity and Access Management, Data Validation, Model View Controller, Multi-Factor Authentication, Data Security, Middleware

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      33 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of London

      Responsive Website Development and Design Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Wireframing, Persona (User Experience), Ideation, Technical Communication, Prototyping, Web Development, User Research, Software Development Life Cycle, Usability Testing, Web Design, Application Development, Responsive Web Design, Version Control, Brainstorming, Application Programming Interface (API)

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      65 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Algorithmic Solutions: Design, Problem Solving, Reporting

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Technical Communication, Pseudocode, Computational Thinking, Solution Design, Programming Principles, Software Design, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Structures, Problem Management, Computer Science

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Generative AI: Empowering Modern Education: IBM
    • CCNA v1.1 (200-301) Video Training Series: Packt
    • Adobe Indesign for Beginners: Workshop Flyer Design: Coursera Project Network
    • Introduction to AWS: LearnKartS
    • PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP): Packt
    • Cloud Support Essentials: A Technical Approach: Amazon Web Services
    • The Business Intelligence (BI) Analyst Capstone Project: SkillUp EdTech
    • Introduction to IT Security: Akamai Technologies, Inc.
    • Developing with GitHub Copilot and VS Code: Microsoft
    • Web Application Development with ASP.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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