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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving, Part 3 (Projects)

      Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Microsoft Excel, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Simulations, User Interface (UI), Automation, Debugging, Data Management

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      460 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Introduction to Integrative Therapies and Healing Practices

      Skills you'll gain: Treatment Planning, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Patient Safety, Pain Management, Health Care, Clinical Practices, Health Promotion, Health And Wellness Coaching, Patient Education And Counseling, Mental and Behavioral Health, Science and Research, Patient-centered Care, Clinical Research, Regulatory Compliance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      460 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      CVS Health

      Introduction to Customer Service

      Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, De-escalation Techniques, Customer Service, Empathy, Transaction Processing, Cash Register Operation, Customer Complaint Resolution, Retail Store Operations, Problem Solving, Time Management, Conflict Management, Root Cause Analysis, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      278 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Peking University

      中级商务汉语——商务活动篇

      Skills you'll gain: Telephone Skills, Business Communication, Market Research, Business Correspondence, Travel Arrangements, Events and Conferences, Cultural Sensitivity, Negotiation, Language Competency, Customer Relationship Building, Presentations, Vocabulary

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      61 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Introduction to Events Management

      Skills you'll gain: Event Management, Event Marketing, Event Planning, Logistics Management, Hospitality, Logistics, Planning, Operations Management, Budgeting, Promotional Strategies, Vendor Management, Marketing Design, Coordination, Customer experience strategy (CX)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      242 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Emory University

      Consulting Tools and Tips

      Skills you'll gain: Consulting, Management Consulting, Business Consulting, Benchmarking, Microsoft Excel, Business Research, Analysis, Market Research, Competitive Analysis, Market Analysis, Data Modeling, Supply Chain, Interviewing Skills, Trend Analysis, Business Strategy

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      351 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      SkillUp

      Project Lifecycle, Information Sharing, and Risk Management

      Skills you'll gain: Project Management Life Cycle, Risk Management, Project Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Project Management, Risk Mitigation, Active Listening, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Systems Development Life Cycle, Risk Analysis, Communication, Project Management Software, Stakeholder Communications, Agile Methodology, Conflict Management, Project Documentation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      216 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Macquarie University

      Career planning: Your career, your life

      Skills you'll gain: Adaptability, Business Writing, Professional Development, Communication, Proactivity, Smart Goals, Personal Development, LinkedIn, Professional Networking, Digital Advertising, Planning, Lifelong Learning, Self-Awareness, Design Thinking, Interviewing Skills, Emotional Intelligence

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      255 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Meta

      Data Analysis with Spreadsheets and SQL

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Spreadsheet Software, Correlation Analysis, Google Sheets, Pivot Tables And Charts, Dashboard, Data Analysis, Data Storytelling, Tableau Software, Descriptive Statistics, Data Cleansing, Marketing Analytics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Statistical Analysis, SQL

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      258 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Chip based VLSI design for Industrial Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Electronics, Hardware Design, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Electronics Engineering, Serial Peripheral Interface, Computational Logic, Electrical Engineering, Computer Architecture, Schematic Diagrams, Semiconductors, Electronic Hardware, Electronic Components, Internet Of Things, Embedded Systems, Programmable Logic Controllers, Low Voltage, Electronic Systems, Control Systems, Computer Engineering

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      134 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Rice University

      Python Data Representations

      Skills you'll gain: Development Environment, Data Structures, File Management, Data Storage, Scripting, Python Programming, Program Development, Scripting Languages, Debugging

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Emory University

      Consulting Approach to Problem Solving

      Skills you'll gain: Data Cleansing, Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma Methodology, Consulting, Problem Solving, Management Consulting, Data Quality, Analytical Skills, Complex Problem Solving, Business Consulting, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Consultative Approaches, Project Scoping, Client Services

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      396 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving, Part 3 (Projects): University of Colorado Boulder
    • Introduction to Integrative Therapies and Healing Practices: University of Minnesota
    • Introduction to Customer Service: CVS Health
    • 中级商务汉语——商务活动篇: Peking University
    • Introduction to Events Management : Coursera Instructor Network
    • Consulting Tools and Tips: Emory University
    • Project Lifecycle, Information Sharing, and Risk Management: SkillUp
    • Career planning: Your career, your life: Macquarie University
    • Data Analysis with Spreadsheets and SQL: Meta
    • Chip based VLSI design for Industrial Applications: L&T EduTech

    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.

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