5 free online courses on soft skills for IT professionals

We are sharing a selection of courses on developing soft skills, which are essential for building networking and healthy relationships.

"Art of Soft Skills: Flexible Skills for Life and Study" by Stepik

A course on the art of applying flexible skills in any area of life, including educational activities.

The program consists of seven modules, including five subject-specific modules on topics such as emotional intelligence, teamwork, adaptability, conflict resolution, persuasion, and successful self-positioning.

Language of instruction: Russian

"Soft Skills School for Flexible and Soft" by Alfa Digital and "H"

You will have three lectures:

— Work-life balance

— "Proactivity"

— "Strategic Thinking".

At the end of the course, you need to take a test on the information you have studied.

Language of instruction: Russian

Learning How to Learn: Powerful mental tools to help you master tough subjects by Deep Teaching Solutions

The course will teach you learning methods used by experts in various fields. You will learn about information retention techniques, overcoming procrastination, and effective practices for mastering difficult subjects.

Language of instruction: English

Managing Emotions in Times of Uncertainty & Stress by Yale University

The course is suitable for managers who want to:

— train employees on the impact of stress

— provide employees with the opportunity to develop and apply social and emotional skills

— offer strategies that will help employees manage their emotions.

Language of instruction: English

"Time Management" by Key Solutions

With the help of the course, you will be able to analyze your relationship with time and study modern time management methods to achieve the desired results qualitatively and on time.

Language of instruction: Russian