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      Wesleyan University

      Introduction to Abnormal Psychology

      Skills you'll gain: Psychological Evaluations, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Clinical Psychology, Psychosocial Assessments, Mental and Behavioral Health, Cultural Diversity, Psychotherapy, Mental Health, Psychology, Interpersonal Communications, Stress Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      443 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Washington

      Data Science at Scale

      Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Unsupervised Learning, Data Ethics, Statistical Visualization, Data Storytelling, Big Data, Relational Databases, Supervised Learning, Database Systems, Dataflow, Data Visualization Software, Data Science, Statistical Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Advanced Analytics, Data Governance, Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Data Processing, Data Wrangling

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      915 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Corporate Finance Institute

      BI Essentials for Finance Analysts (Power BI Edition)

      Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Power BI, Snowflake Schema, Data Modeling, SQL, Business Intelligence, Dashboard, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Import/Export, Business Reporting, Databases, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Financial Statements, Data Analysis Software, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Relational Databases

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      185 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universidad de Palermo

      Habilidades de Gestión del Talento

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Game Theory, Social Skills, Decision Making, Conflict Management, Relationship Building, Strategic Decision-Making, Interpersonal Communications, Verbal Communication Skills, Leadership, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Team Leadership, Team Management, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Development, Leadership and Management, Business Leadership, Persuasive Communication, Behavioral Economics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      685 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Washington

      Machine Learning: Clustering & Retrieval

      Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Bayesian Statistics, Applied Machine Learning, Data Mining, Statistical Machine Learning, Big Data, Statistical Inference, Text Mining, Statistical Modeling, Machine Learning Algorithms, Unstructured Data, Machine Learning, Sampling (Statistics), Scalability, Probability Distribution, Algorithms

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.4K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Business Analytics Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Analytics, Business Intelligence, Analytics, Peer Review, Business Analysis, Performance Measurement, Marketing Analytics, Business Solutions, Business Planning, Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Planning, Business Strategies, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Digital Advertising, Advertising

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      767 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Accounting Data Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Jupyter, Tableau Software, Matplotlib, Data Visualization Software, Unsupervised Learning, Pandas (Python Package), Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Manipulation, Machine Learning, Excel Macros, Text Mining, Applied Machine Learning, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Processing, Analytics, SQL, Supervised Learning, Analytical Skills, Pivot Tables And Charts

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      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      564 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Emory University

      Understanding Violence

      Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Conflict Management, Public Safety and National Security, International Relations, Social Justice, Mental Health, Sociology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Media and Communications, Trauma Care, Biology

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      278 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      IA generativa en el aula

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, AI Personalization, Education Software and Technology, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Creativity, Data Ethics, Computer Vision, Information Privacy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Intellectual Property

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      592 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      ESSEC Business School

      Foundations of strategic business analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Forecasting, Data Presentation, Predictive Analytics, R Programming, Information Technology, Statistical Analysis, Communication, Business Strategy, Business, Statistics, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Regression Analysis

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      655 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Fractal Analytics

      GenAI for Everyone

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, ChatGPT, Artificial Intelligence, Prompt Engineering, Operational Efficiency, Human Centered Design, Personalized Service, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Natural Language Processing

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      406 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Supervised Machine Learning: Classification

      Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Processing, Data Cleansing, Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Data Manipulation, Business Analytics, Feature Engineering, Random Forest Algorithm, Statistical Modeling, Sampling (Statistics), Performance Metric

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      411 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular emotional intelligence courses

    • Introduction to Abnormal Psychology: Wesleyan University
    • Data Science at Scale: University of Washington
    • BI Essentials for Finance Analysts (Power BI Edition): Corporate Finance Institute
    • Habilidades de Gestión del Talento: Universidad de Palermo
    • Machine Learning: Clustering & Retrieval: University of Washington
    • Business Analytics Capstone: University of Pennsylvania
    • Accounting Data Analytics: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Understanding Violence: Emory University
    • IA generativa en el aula: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Foundations of strategic business analytics: ESSEC Business School

    Frequently Asked Questions about Emotional Intelligence

    Coursera’s Emotional Intelligence courses offer learners the opportunity to develop skills that enhance personal and professional relationships:

    • Understanding the fundamentals of emotional intelligence, including self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills.
    • Techniques for improving emotional awareness and self-control.
    • Strategies for communicating effectively and managing interpersonal conflicts.
    • Skills for leading with empathy and building resilient teams.
    • Best practices for applying emotional intelligence in leadership and customer relations.
    • Insights into cultural intelligence and how to adapt emotional skills across diverse contexts.‎

    Understanding why you want to improve your emotional intelligence, whether for personal growth, effective leadership, or better relationships, will guide your learning. Regular practice in self-awareness, empathy, and emotional regulation is essential. Join relevant communities like emotional intelligence forums or workshops for shared learning. Work on real projects like journaling or role-playing exercises. ‎

    Emotional Intelligence courses on Coursera are accessible to learners from all backgrounds:

    • Beginners can start with introductory courses that explain the basics of emotional intelligence and its importance in personal and professional settings.
    • Those with some experience in management or human resources can enhance their skills in applying emotional intelligence in leadership and team dynamics.
    • Advanced learners can focus on specialized applications of emotional intelligence in various professional fields such as education, healthcare, or customer service.‎

    Upon completing Emotional Intelligence courses, learners can obtain credentials that may support their professional development:

    • Professional certificates that may indicate foundational understanding and practical skills in emotional intelligence.
    • Specializations that focus on emotional intelligence, potentially enhancing personal growth and professional capabilities.
    • Certificates that can be presented to employers as evidence of a learner’s commitment to developing skills in managing self and interpersonal relationships effectively.‎

    Skills in emotional intelligence are valuable across a wide range of roles:

    • Human Resources Manager, utilizing emotional intelligence to enhance employee relations and organizational culture.
    • Team Leader, applying emotional intelligence to foster team collaboration and increase productivity.
    • Customer Service Representative, leveraging emotional intelligence to improve client satisfaction and conflict resolution.
    • Salesperson, using emotional intelligence to understand and respond to customer needs effectively.
    • Educator, incorporating emotional intelligence into teaching methods to support student development.‎

    Yes, Coursera offers a variety of free courses across many topics, including emotional intelligence. While you can access most course materials for free by auditing the courses, this does not include graded assignments or a completion certificate. For those looking to obtain a certificate to showcase their learning or enhance their professional profile, Coursera provides the option to purchase the course. Additionally, Coursera offers free trials or financial aid to learners who qualify, making certifications more accessible to everyone.‎

    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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