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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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    Starweaver

    GenAI Foundations and Prompt Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Generative AI Agents, Enterprise Application Management, ChatGPT, AI Workflows, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Development Environment, Large Language Modeling, Systems Architecture, Model Evaluation, Context Management, Program Evaluation, Process Optimization, Performance Tuning, Application Programming Interface (API), Debugging

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Calculus through Data & Modeling: Applying Differentiation

    Skills you'll gain: Applied Mathematics, Estimation, Numerical Analysis, Calculus, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Operations Research, Derivatives, Algebra

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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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    L&T EduTech

    Highway Planning, Pavement Design and Construction

    Skills you'll gain: Traffic Flow Optimization, Construction Inspection, Building Codes, Construction Engineering, Construction, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Stormwater Management, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Hydrology, Engineering Practices, Hydraulics, Structural Analysis, Materials science, Engineering Plans And Specifications, Laboratory Testing, Engineering Software, Engineering Design Process, Plant Operations and Management, Safety Standards

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    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Simplilearn

    Mobile Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: HubSpot CRM, Customer Relationship Management, Marketing Automation, Performance marketing, Online Advertising, Keyword Research, Promotional Strategies, Social Media Marketing, Advertising Campaigns, Marketing Strategies, Customer Acquisition Management, Product Promotion, Search Engine Optimization, Performance Metric, Customer Engagement, Advertising, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Competitive Analysis, Business Metrics

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Advanced Business Analytics Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Data Presentation, Data Cleansing, Predictive Analytics, Business Analytics, Financial Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Data Preprocessing, Data Analysis, Technical Communication, Investment Management, Data Manipulation, Model Evaluation, Statistical Modeling, Regression Analysis, Classification Algorithms

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    89 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Foundations of Purchasing: Principles and Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Purchasing, Supplier Relationship Management, Contract Management, Procurement, Vendor Management, Strategic Sourcing, Negotiation, Business Ethics, Compliance Management, Supply Chain Management, Cost Reduction, Relationship Building, Communication

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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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    Rice University

    Capstone: Build a Winning Investment Portfolio

    Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Asset Management, Investments, Financial Management, Financial Market, Simulation and Simulation Software, Performance Analysis, Market Trend, Risk Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Case Studies, Decision Making, Peer Review, Forecasting

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Project Management, Sprint Retrospectives, Scaled Agile Framework, Agile Methodology, Emotional Intelligence, Team Management, Risk Management, User Story, Team Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Employee Coaching, Team Building, Stakeholder Engagement, Leadership, Backlogs, Kanban Principles, Conflict Management, Earned Value Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Sprint Planning

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Advanced C# Programming in .NET Core

    Skills you'll gain: C# (Programming Language), Software Architecture, .NET Framework, Distributed Computing, Scalability, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object-Relational Mapping, Microservices, Debugging, MongoDB, Data Access, Model View Controller, Performance Tuning, Computer Programming, Maintainability, NoSQL

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Edureka

    Learn SQL with Databricks

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Data Management, Databases, Apache Spark, Data Architecture, Data Processing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • GenAI Foundations and Prompt Engineering : Starweaver
  • Calculus through Data & Modeling: Applying Differentiation: Johns Hopkins University
  • Generative AI: Prompt Engineering Basics: Board Infinity
  • Highway Planning, Pavement Design and Construction: L&T EduTech
  • Mobile Marketing: Simplilearn
  • Advanced Business Analytics Capstone: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Foundations of Purchasing: Principles and Practices : Coursera
  • Fundamental MATLAB Programming for AI: University of Glasgow
  • Capstone: Build a Winning Investment Portfolio: Rice University
  • PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP): Packt

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