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Optimization Courses

Optimization courses can help you learn techniques for improving performance, resource allocation, and decision-making processes. You can build skills in linear programming, heuristic methods, and simulation modeling, that support analyzing complex systems. Many courses introduce tools like Excel Solver, MATLAB, and Python libraries such as SciPy, enabling you to apply optimization methods to real-world problems in logistics, finance, and operations management.


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Popular Optimization Courses and Certifications


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    Skillshare

    Shopify eCommerce Ads Masterclass: Campaign Management

    Skills you'll gain: Performance marketing, Marketing Analytics, Pay Per Click Advertising, Analysis, Google Analytics, Promotions and Campaigns, Process Optimization, Return On Investment

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Financial Reporting: Ledgers, Taxes, Auditing Best Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Ledgers (Accounting), Tax Planning, Tax Management, Auditing, Tax Compliance, Income Tax, Financial Reporting, General Ledger, Accounting Systems, Financial Regulation, Compliance Management, Accounting Records, Financial Controls

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Skillshare

    Start Your Freelance Video Editing Career

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Sales Presentation, Client Services, Data Storage, Video Editing, Social Media, Style Guides, Rapport Building, Active Listening, Social Media Marketing, File Management, Customer Relationship Building, Cloud Storage, Expectation Management, Data Management, Instagram, Relationship Management, Post-Production, Storyboarding, Self-Motivation

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Foundational Mathematics for AI

    Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Linear Algebra, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Probability, Regression Analysis, Calculus, Statistical Analysis, Advanced Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Probability Distribution, Mathematical Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Machine Learning Algorithms, Dimensionality Reduction

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    L&T EduTech

    Geospatial Technology for Construction

    Skills you'll gain: Construction Engineering, Geospatial Mapping, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geographic Information Systems, Spatial Data Analysis, Construction, Construction Management, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Civil and Architectural Engineering, Spatial Analysis, Global Positioning Systems, GIS Software, Survey Creation, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Building Information Modeling, 3D Modeling, Data Import/Export

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Data Science for Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Probability & Statistics, AI Personalization, Statistical Software, Statistical Methods, Regression Analysis, Model Evaluation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Ethics, Unsupervised Learning, Statistical Modeling, Data Visualization, Customer Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Anomaly Detection, Advanced Analytics, Bayesian Network, Machine Learning

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to Python for Scientific Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Visualization, NumPy, Data Visualization, Debugging, Matplotlib, Numerical Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Integrated Development Environments, Computational Thinking, Engineering Analysis, Programming Principles, Jupyter, Data Analysis, Computer Programming

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Detecting COVID-19 with Chest X-Ray using PyTorch

    Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Convolutional Neural Networks, Transfer Learning, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Model Evaluation, Medical Imaging, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Data Preprocessing

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    Board Infinity

    Generative AI: Prompt Engineering Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, LLM Application, Model Evaluation, Scripting, Debugging

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Starweaver

    AI-Powered Business Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Business Process Modeling, Data Storytelling, Responsible AI, AI Product Strategy, Business Process, Digital Transformation, Business Process Management, Process Design, Sales Presentation, Business Process Automation, Google Gemini, Sales Strategy, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Sustainable Development, Social Impact, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Innovation, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Product Knowledge

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    University of Glasgow

    Fundamental MATLAB Programming for AI

    Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Enablement, Applied Mathematics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Edureka

    Mastering Angular Development

    Skills you'll gain: Angular, Application Deployment, JavaScript Frameworks, Software Testing, Test Tools, Web Development Tools, Unit Testing, Application Performance Management, CI/CD, Continuous Integration, Web Applications, TypeScript, Ajax, Application Lifecycle Management, Secure Coding, Web Development, Code Coverage, Software Architecture, Command-Line Interface, Version Control

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular optimization courses

  • Shopify eCommerce Ads Masterclass: Campaign Management : Skillshare
  • Financial Reporting: Ledgers, Taxes, Auditing Best Practices: Coursera
  • Start Your Freelance Video Editing Career: Skillshare
  • Foundational Mathematics for AI: Johns Hopkins University
  • Geospatial Technology for Construction : L&T EduTech
  • Data Science for Marketing: University of Colorado System
  • Introduction to Python for Scientific Computing: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Detecting COVID-19 with Chest X-Ray using PyTorch: Coursera
  • Generative AI: Prompt Engineering Basics: Board Infinity
  • AI-Powered Business Operations: Starweaver

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