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    Explore mathematical optimization for decision-making. Learn about linear programming, nonlinear optimization, and algorithm development.

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      Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

      Introduction to Complexity Science

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Case Studies, Network Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Simulations, Social Sciences, Applied Mathematics, Policy Analysis, Agentic systems, Forecasting, Critical Thinking, Jupyter

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      École Polytechnique

      Initiation à la théorie des distributions

      Skills you'll gain: Differential Equations, Advanced Mathematics, Integral Calculus, Calculus, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Derivatives

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Funciones algebraicas y trascendentes

      Skills you'll gain: Algebra, Mathematical Software, Trigonometry, Mathematical Modeling, General Mathematics, Graphing, Geometry, Arithmetic, Advanced Mathematics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      132 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Python Programming Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Version Control, GitHub, Debugging, Git (Version Control System), Unit Testing, Data Structures, Python Programming, Software Testing, Programming Principles, Scripting, Computer Programming, Web Development, Algorithms, Program Development, Development Environment, Scripting Languages, Integrated Development Environments, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Jupyter

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      390 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EDUCBA

      Master Unity Game Physics: Apply, Simulate & Transform

      Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Torque (Physics), Game Design, Video Game Development, Mechanics, Animation and Game Design, Simulations, Mathematical Modeling, Physics, Scripting, C# (Programming Language), Linear Algebra, Applied Mathematics

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Data Modeling in Power BI

      Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Modeling, Star Schema, Power BI, Database Design, Data Analysis, Data Transformation, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Performance Tuning, Data Visualization

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      746 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Sydney

      Introduction to Linear Algebra

      Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Markov Model, Geometry, Arithmetic, Algebra, General Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Probability, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Statistical Methods, Engineering Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Howard University

      Linear Algebra for Data Science Using Python

      Skills you'll gain: Data Wrangling, Linear Algebra, Regression Analysis, Data Manipulation, NumPy, Predictive Modeling, Dimensionality Reduction, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, Statistical Modeling, Mathematical Software, Supervised Learning, Algebra, Data Visualization Software, Jupyter, Data Analysis, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning Methods, Numerical Analysis, Python Programming

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Unilever

      Unilever Digital Marketing Analyst

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Marketing Automation, Web Analytics, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Analytics, Customer Insights, Digital Marketing, Market Analysis, Google Analytics, Digital Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Customer Analysis, Search Engine Marketing, Advertising Campaigns, Marketing Strategies, Social Media Strategy, Customer experience strategy (CX), Marketing, Online Advertising, MarTech

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      291 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Optimizing Your Google Cloud Costs

      Skills you'll gain: Cost Control, Cloud Management, Google Cloud Platform, Cost Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Serverless Computing, Budget Management, Cost Reduction, System Monitoring, Virtual Machines, Query Languages, Performance Tuning, Financial Management, Resource Management

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of London

      Foundations of Data Science: K-Means Clustering in Python

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Matplotlib, Probability & Statistics, Data Science, Unsupervised Learning, Statistics, NumPy, Python Programming, Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Descriptive Statistics, Machine Learning, Data Manipulation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      730 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Deep Learning with PyTorch : Image Segmentation

      Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Computer Vision, Python Programming

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      218 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Introduction to Complexity Science: Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
    • Initiation à la théorie des distributions: École Polytechnique
    • Funciones algebraicas y trascendentes : Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Python Programming Fundamentals: Microsoft
    • Master Unity Game Physics: Apply, Simulate & Transform: EDUCBA
    • Data Modeling in Power BI: Microsoft
    • Introduction to Linear Algebra: The University of Sydney
    • Linear Algebra for Data Science Using Python: Howard University
    • Unilever Digital Marketing Analyst: Unilever
    • Optimizing Your Google Cloud Costs: Google Cloud

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