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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.


Popular Optimization Courses and Certifications


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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Search Engines for Web and Enterprise Data

    Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics, Semantic Web, Performance Metric, Digital Marketing, Algorithms, Personalized Service, Text Mining, User Feedback, Natural Language Processing, User Research, Data Structures

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    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Whizlabs

    Power Automate: Building and Managing Automated Workflows

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Microsoft Power Platform, Workflow Management, Process Analysis, Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Azure, Process Mapping, AI Workflows, Business Process Automation, Process Optimization, Automation, Application Lifecycle Management, Document Management, Event-Driven Programming

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    10 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Analizar e incrementar - Parte 1

    Skills you'll gain: Process Analysis, Six Sigma Methodology, Process Improvement, Lean Methodologies, Process Optimization, Operational Analysis, Business Process, Lean Manufacturing, Statistical Analysis, Analysis, Regression Analysis, Continuous Improvement Process, Statistical Methods, Statistical Inference

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    Packt

    Building a Strong Business Foundation

    Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Value Propositions, Business Planning, Customer Analysis, User Research, Target Audience, Business Marketing, Financial Management, Marketing Strategies, Entrepreneurship, Customer Acquisition Management, Market Opportunities, Email Marketing, Business Development, Social Media Marketing, Interviewing Skills, Product Development, Search Engine Optimization

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    L&T EduTech

    Highway Geometry and Pavement Design

    Skills you'll gain: Civil Engineering, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Traffic Flow Optimization, Construction, Public Works, Engineering Software, Engineering Design Process, Structural Analysis, Materials science

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Edureka

    Mastering AI: Neural Nets, Vision System, Speech Recognition

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Computer Vision, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Machine Learning Methods, Convolutional Neural Networks, Matplotlib, Data Visualization, Probability & Statistics, Deep Learning, Classification Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Plotly, Statistical Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Machine Learning, Seaborn, Applied Machine Learning, Digital Signal Processing, Statistical Inference

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    의사 결정을 위한 비즈니스 분석

    Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Risk Analysis, Data Analysis, Decision Making, Business Modeling, Trend Analysis, Process Optimization, Simulation and Simulation Software, Market Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Unsupervised Learning

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Aptly

    Search Advertising with Google

    Skills you'll gain: Google Ads, Advertising Campaigns, Pay Per Click Advertising, Search Engine Marketing, Campaign Management, Performance Analysis, Performance marketing, Keyword Research, Performance Measurement, Bidding, Online Advertising, Digital Advertising, Web Analytics, Registration, Advertising, Marketing, Performance Metric, Digital Marketing, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Test Planning

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Smarter Content Creation with Microsoft Copilot

    Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Microsoft Copilot, Content Marketing, Content Creation, Generative AI Agents, Marketing Materials, Ideation, Social Media Content, Content Strategy, Personalized Service, Brainstorming, Search Engine Optimization

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Marketing Strategy for Engineers and Technologists

    Skills you'll gain: Value Propositions, Social Media Marketing, Market Research, Social Media Strategy, Strategic Planning, Search Engine Optimization, Marketing Operations, Competitive Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Consumer Behaviour, Business Modeling, Customer Analysis, Web Analytics and SEO, Operations Management, Technical Management, Marketing Management, Digital Marketing, Branding, Google Ads, Forecasting

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

    AI for Player Performance and Training

    Skills you'll gain: Injury Prevention, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Sports Medicine, Athletic Training, AI Personalization, Artificial Intelligence, Health Technology, Coaching, Rehabilitation, Real Time Data, Predictive Analytics, Advanced Analytics, Data Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Process Optimization, Technology Solutions, Goal Setting, Talent Recruitment, Physical Science

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Virginia Darden School Foundation

    Sustainable Supply Chains

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainability Standards, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Planning, Corporate Sustainability, Procurement, Sustainable Development, Supplier Management, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Environmental Regulations, Logistics, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Risk Management Framework, Public Policies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Search Engines for Web and Enterprise Data: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Power Automate: Building and Managing Automated Workflows: Whizlabs
  • Analizar e incrementar - Parte 1: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Building a Strong Business Foundation: Packt
  • Highway Geometry and Pavement Design: L&T EduTech
  • Mastering AI: Neural Nets, Vision System, Speech Recognition: Edureka
  • 의사 결정을 위한 비즈니스 분석: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Search Advertising with Google: Aptly
  • Smarter Content Creation with Microsoft Copilot: Microsoft
  • Marketing Strategy for Engineers and Technologists: University of Colorado Boulder

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