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.

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Human Factors, Human Factors Engineering, Control Systems, Sports Medicine, Human Musculoskeletal System, Mechanics, Human Centered Design, Product Design, Injury Prevention, Rehabilitation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

L&T EduTech
Skills you'll gain: Capacity Management, Capacity Planning, Civil Engineering, Architectural Design, Engineering Plans And Specifications, Traffic Flow Optimization, Transportation Operations, Infrastructure Architecture, Building Codes, Environmental Engineering, Forecasting
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Applicant Tracking Systems, Google Gemini, Talent Acquisition, Recruitment, HR Tech, Generative AI, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, ChatGPT, Business Process Automation, Automation, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Data Integration, Extract, Transform, Load, Metadata Management, Amazon Redshift, Amazon Web Services, Data Pipelines, Data Warehousing, Amazon S3, Automation, Cloud-Native Computing, Data Transformation, Serverless Computing, Process Optimization, System Monitoring
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, LangChain, AI Workflows, LLM Application, AI Orchestration, Agentic systems, Development Environment, AI Enablement, Model Evaluation, OpenAI, Scalability, Programming Principles, Application Design, Performance Tuning, Design
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: ASP.NET, Restful API, Full-Stack Web Development, Cloud Deployment, Performance Tuning, Frontend Integration, .NET Framework, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Modeling, Development Environment, Cloud Applications, Object-Relational Mapping, Web Development, Software Development, Cloud Infrastructure, Web Applications, UI Components, Authentications, Application Development, Application Design
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Legal Technology, Generative AI, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Contract Review, Contract Management, Contract Compliance, AI Enablement, Prompt Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: CrewAI, AI Orchestration, AI Workflows, Agentic Workflows, AI Enablement, Workflow Management, Generative AI Agents, Productivity Software, Business Workflow Analysis, Business Process Automation, Automation, LLM Application, Agentic systems, Decision Support Systems, Solution Design, Decision Making, Process Improvement, Performance Improvement
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Project Management Software, Program Management, Responsible AI, AI Product Strategy, Planning, Engineering Management, Generative AI, Timelines, Engineering Software, Risk Analysis, Resource Management, Prompt Engineering, Analytics, Large Language Modeling, Stakeholder Communications, Machine Learning, Model Evaluation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Computer Graphics, Graphical Tools, Animation and Game Design, File Management, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Virtual Environment, Content Management, Animations, Game Design, User Interface (UI), Image Quality, Performance Tuning, Simulations
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Microsoft Copilot, Generative AI, AI Enablement, Training and Development, ChatGPT, Productivity Software, Prompt Engineering, Developing Training Materials, Learning Management Systems, Innovation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Case Studies, Leadership Development, Automation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months