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Mathematical Optimization Courses

Mathematical optimization courses can help you learn linear programming, integer programming, and nonlinear optimization techniques. You can build skills in formulating optimization problems, analyzing constraints, and applying algorithms to find optimal solutions. Many courses introduce tools like Python, R, and MATLAB, which are used to implement optimization models and analyze data effectively.


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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Foundations of Digital Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Pay Per Click Advertising, Marketing Analytics, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics, Web Analytics and SEO, Online Advertising, Model Evaluation, Digital Marketing, Apache Hadoop, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Digital Advertising, Return On Investment, A/B Testing, Machine Learning Methods, Advertising, Analytics, Social Media Strategy, Marketing Automation, Predictive Modeling

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Física: Dimensión y Movimiento

    Skills you'll gain: Graphing, Systems Of Measurement, Physics, Integral Calculus, Calculus, Mechanics, Arithmetic, Scientific Methods, Applied Mathematics, Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Derivatives

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Building GenAI Applications and Agents

    Skills you'll gain: LangChain, Hugging Face, Prompt Engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Model Evaluation, Large Language Modeling, CrewAI, OpenAI API, Generative AI Agents, LLM Application, Vector Databases, Tool Calling, ChatGPT, Responsible AI, Embeddings, AI Enablement, AI Workflows, OpenAI, Generative AI, Python Programming

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Algorithmic Thinking (Part 2)

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Data Structures, Big Data, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Unsupervised Learning, Analysis

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Modeling and Control of Power Electronics

    Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, Electronic Systems, Control Systems, Electrical Engineering, electromagnetics, Electronics Engineering, Electric Power Systems, Electronics, Engineering Analysis, Simulations, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling, Systems Analysis, Electrical Systems, Computer-Aided Design, Matlab, Technical Design, Systems Design, Verification And Validation, Design Specifications

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Technical University of Munich (TUM)

    Digitalisation in Aeronautics and Space

    Skills you'll gain: Global Positioning Systems, Human Factors, Manufacturing and Production, Digital Transformation, Environmental Monitoring, Control Systems, Structural Engineering, Aerospace Basic Quality System Standards, Manufacturing Processes, Production Process, Automation, Engineering Analysis, Leadership, Image Analysis, Communication Systems, Industrial Engineering, Human Machine Interfaces, Robotics, Cybersecurity, Mathematical Modeling

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    The University of Sydney

    Introduction to Advanced Calculus

    Skills you'll gain: Advanced Mathematics, Integral Calculus, Calculus, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Linear Algebra, Physics, Derivatives

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    École Polytechnique

    Aléatoire : une introduction aux probabilités - Partie 2

    Skills you'll gain: Probability, Probability Distribution, Statistics, Statistical Inference, Simulations, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Calculus

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Transmission electron microscopy for materials science

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Analytical Testing, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, electromagnetics, Scientific Visualization, Laboratory Equipment, Electronics, Physics, Image Analysis, Mathematical Modeling

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Advanced Linear Models for Data Science 2: Statistical Linear Models

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Linear Algebra, R Programming, Data Science, Probability Distribution, Statistical Modeling, Mathematical Modeling, Probability & Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Inference

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Optimizing Your Website's Keywords & Pages using Ubersuggest

    Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Web Analytics, Content Performance Analysis, Web Content

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Kinematics: Describing the Motions of Spacecraft

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Linear Algebra, Numerical Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Verification And Validation, Advanced Mathematics, Systems Of Measurement

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Foundations of Digital Marketing: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Física: Dimensión y Movimiento: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Building GenAI Applications and Agents: Coursera
  • Algorithmic Thinking (Part 2): Rice University
  • Modeling and Control of Power Electronics: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Digitalisation in Aeronautics and Space: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
  • Introduction to Advanced Calculus: The University of Sydney
  • Aléatoire : une introduction aux probabilités - Partie 2: École Polytechnique
  • Transmission electron microscopy for materials science: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Advanced Linear Models for Data Science 2: Statistical Linear Models: Johns Hopkins University

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