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Mathematical Optimization Courses

Mathematical optimization courses can help you learn linear programming, integer programming, and nonlinear optimization techniques. You can build skills in formulating optimization problems, analyzing constraints, and applying algorithms to find optimal solutions. Many courses introduce tools like Python, R, and MATLAB, which are used to implement optimization models and analyze data effectively.

Popular Mathematical Optimization Courses and Certifications


  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Social Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Responsible AI, Social Media Analytics, Graph Theory, Machine Learning Methods, R (Software), Machine Learning, Machine Learning Software, Model Training, Machine Learning Algorithms, Model Optimization, Model Evaluation, Social Sciences, Statistical Analysis, Amazon Web Services, Tensorflow, Data Ethics, Large Language Modeling, Applied Machine Learning

    4.5 stars, 19 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (19) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • C

    Coursera

    Financial Reporting: Ledgers, Taxes, Auditing Best Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Ledgers (Accounting), Tax Planning, Tax Management, Auditing, Tax Compliance, Financial Auditing, Financial Reporting, General Ledger, Bookkeeping, Accounting Records, Generally Accepted Auditing Standards, Financial Regulation, Regulatory Compliance, Compliance Management, Financial Controls

    4.5 stars, 86 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (86) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • R

    Rice University

    Physics 102 - Electric Potential and DC Circuits

    Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Systems, Electronics, Electronic Components, electromagnetics, Scientific Visualization, Problem Solving, Calculus, Integral Calculus

    4.8 stars, 35 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (35) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • I

    IBM

    Capstone Project: Applying Business Analysis Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Business Analysis, User Requirements Documents, Looker (Software), Requirements Analysis, Project Management, Project Design, Requirements Management, Process Optimization, Data Analysis Software, Oral Expression, Operational Analysis, IBM Cognos Analytics, Business Analytics, Data Cleansing

    3.4 stars, 31 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 3.4 (31) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • E

    EDUCBA

    ITIL V4 Explanation of Service Value System & its Components

    Skills you'll gain: Customer experience improvement, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, IT Service Management, Service Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Service Improvement, Agile Methodology, Governance, Process Optimization, Operational Excellence, IT Management, User Feedback, Innovation, Customer Service, Process Improvement and Optimization, Automation

    4.8 stars, 123 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (123) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • L

    L&T EduTech

    BIM Coordination

    Skills you'll gain: Design Reviews, Autodesk Revit, Building Information Modeling, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Virtual Reality, Engineering Analysis, Structural Analysis, Coordination, Autodesk, 3D Modeling, Structural Engineering, Construction Management, Construction, Technical Standard, Data Sharing

    4.7 stars, 45 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (45) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • M

    MathWorks

    Computer Vision for Engineering and Science

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Model Evaluation, Model Training, Deep Learning, Matlab, Machine Learning Methods, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning, Classification Algorithms, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Transfer Learning, Anomaly Detection, Geospatial Information and Technology, Traffic Flow Optimization, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Algorithms

    4.6 stars, 99 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (99) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Precalculus: Periodic Functions

    Skills you'll gain: Trigonometry, Systems Of Measurement, General Mathematics, Geometry, Mathematical Modeling, Graphing, Algebra, Applied Mathematics

    4.7 stars, 110 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (110) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Arctic Meltdown

    Skills you'll gain: Oil and Gas, Petroleum Industry, Environmental Issue, Environment, Governance, Energy and Utilities, Economic Development, Environmental Monitoring, Physical Science, International Relations, Environmental Policy, Socioeconomics, Natural Resource Management, Climate Change Adaptation, Hydrology, Economics, Environmental Science, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Mathematical Modeling

    4.7 stars, 56 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (56) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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  • M

    Microsoft

    Advanced AI and Machine Learning Techniques and Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Responsible AI, Applied Machine Learning, Data Ethics, Transfer Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Model Optimization, Federated Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Scalability, Machine Learning, Distributed Computing, AI Product Strategy, Microsoft Azure, Information Privacy

    4.6 stars, 55 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (55) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • G

    Google Cloud

    Google Workspace User and Resource Management

    Skills you'll gain: User Provisioning, Google Workspace, User Accounts, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Management, System Configuration, Configuration Management, Security Management, Security Controls

    4.5 stars, 50 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (50) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • F

    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Supply Chain & Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Process Mapping, Operations Management, Process Analysis, Process Improvement, Operations, Revenue Management, Business Modeling, Business Process Improvement, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Business Process, Quality Improvement, Process Improvement and Optimization, Organizational Structure, Supply Chain Planning, Supply Management, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategy, Business Strategies, Strategic Decision-Making

    4.5 stars, 86 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (86) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Social Computing: Johns Hopkins University
  • Financial Reporting: Ledgers, Taxes, Auditing Best Practices: Coursera
  • Physics 102 - Electric Potential and DC Circuits: Rice University
  • Capstone Project: Applying Business Analysis Skills: IBM
  • ITIL V4 Explanation of Service Value System & its Components: EDUCBA
  • BIM Coordination: L&T EduTech
  • Computer Vision for Engineering and Science: MathWorks
  • Precalculus: Periodic Functions: Johns Hopkins University
  • Arctic Meltdown: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Advanced AI and Machine Learning Techniques and Capstone: Microsoft

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