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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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    Coursera

    GenAI for Program Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Software Development, Project Management Software, Program Management, Responsible AI, Planning, Engineering Management, Generative AI, Timelines, Engineering Software, Risk Analysis, Resource Management, Prompt Engineering, Analytics, Stakeholder Communications, Machine Learning

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Intermediate · 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

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    What is Procure to Pay

    Skills you'll gain: Purchasing, Process Improvement, Accounts Payable, Operational Efficiency, Procurement, Supplier Relationship Management, Payment Processing and Collection, Vendor Management, Cost Reduction, Invoicing, Compliance Management, Automation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    27 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    L&T EduTech

    Renewable Energy & Power Evacuation

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainable Architecture, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Technologies, Electrical Power, Energy and Utilities, Sustainability Reporting, Climate Change Mitigation, Corporate Sustainability, Electrical Systems, Electric Power Systems, Simulation and Simulation Software, Innovation, Environment, Transportation Operations, Architecture and Construction, Architectural Engineering, Power Electronics, Thermal Management, Mechanical Engineering

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    29 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Digital Marketing Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Marketing, Web Analytics, Digital Advertising, Search Engine Marketing, Online Advertising, Google Analytics, Search Engine Optimization, Google Ads, Marketing Channel, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Keyword Research, Marketing Planning, Paid media, Marketing Analytics, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media, Advertising, Blogs, Emerging Technologies

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    L&T EduTech

    Infrastructure for Transportation Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction, Building Services Engineering, Civil and Architectural Engineering, HVAC, Traffic Flow Optimization, Transportation Operations, Architecture and Construction, Electrical Systems, Construction Management, Public Works, Engineering Software, Engineering Design Process, Structural Analysis, Sustainable Engineering, Construction Estimating, Building Design, Land Development, Sustainable Development

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Starweaver

    How to Build an Entrepreneurial AI Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, Market Opportunities, Scalability, Entrepreneurship, Business Strategy, ChatGPT, Business Process Automation, Business Analysis, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Cost Reduction, Generative AI, Innovation, Automation, Customer experience improvement

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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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    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Amazon Web Services

    AWS Networking Basics v01.01.00s

    Skills you'll gain: Network Routing, Network Troubleshooting, Virtual Networking, Network Performance Management, Network Monitoring, General Networking, Amazon Web Services, Network Planning And Design, Network Architecture, Capacity Management, Performance Tuning

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    89 reviews

    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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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    19 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Starweaver

    How to Build an Enterprise AI Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, Responsible AI, Technology Roadmaps, AI Product Strategy, Business Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Strategic Thinking, Organizational Strategy, Innovation, Organizational Leadership, Scalability, Business Transformation, Business Priorities, Leadership, Artificial Intelligence, Culture Transformation, Return On Investment, Business Metrics, Cross-Functional Collaboration

    3.3
    Rating, 3.3 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    GenAI for Contract Drafting Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Legal Technology, Generative AI, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Contract Management, Contract Compliance, Client Services, AI Enablement, Prompt Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Analysis

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • GenAI for Program Managers: Coursera
  • Search Advertising with Google: Aptly
  • What is Procure to Pay: Coursera
  • Renewable Energy & Power Evacuation: L&T EduTech
  • Digital Marketing Analytics: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Infrastructure for Transportation Systems: L&T EduTech
  • How to Build an Entrepreneurial AI Strategy : Starweaver
  • Smarter Content Creation with Microsoft Copilot: Microsoft
  • AWS Networking Basics v01.01.00s: Amazon Web Services
  • Marketing Strategy for Engineers and Technologists: University of Colorado Boulder

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