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.

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Enablement, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technical Design, Machine Learning, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Algorithms
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain Planning, Supply Chain Management, Inventory Management System, Process Optimization, Operations Research, Demand Planning, Resource Allocation, Capacity Management, Microsoft Excel, Simulation and Simulation Software, Probability Distribution
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Software, Operational Analysis, Linear Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Business Modeling, Complex Problem Solving, Spreadsheet Software
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Load Balancing, Scalability, Performance Tuning, Software Architecture, Microsoft Copilot, Application Design, Performance Testing, Systems Architecture, Application Performance Management, Distributed Computing, Database Management, Middleware, SQL
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Resource Allocation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Microsoft Excel, Business Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Risk Management, Transportation Operations, Analytics, Risk Analysis, Process Optimization, Statistical Methods, Business Modeling, Logistics
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Portfolio Risk, Financial Modeling, Correlation Analysis, Investment Management, Financial Analysis, Risk Modeling
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Columbia University
Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Investment Management, Portfolio Risk, Asset Management, Market Liquidity, Risk Management, Financial Market, Equities, Risk Analysis, Transaction Processing, Securities Trading, Financial Analysis, Statistical Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Real Time Data, Model Deployment, Anomaly Detection, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Security, Telecommunications, Tensorflow, Artificial Intelligence, Emerging Technologies, Network Performance Management, Generative AI, Generative AI Agents, Wireless Networks, Computer Networking, Network Architecture, Responsible AI, Digital Communications, Network Protocols, System Design and Implementation, Communication
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Inventory Management System, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Generative AI, Operational Efficiency, Data Ethics, Logistics Management, AI Enablement, Customer Demand Planning, Business Ethics, Operations, Forecasting, Artificial Intelligence, Emerging Technologies, Predictive Analytics, Automation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Prompt Engineering, Multimodal Prompts, Prompt Patterns, Prompt Engineering Tools, LLM Application, Model Evaluation, LangChain, Large Language Modeling, Hugging Face, Transfer Learning, Model Deployment, Responsible AI, Performance Tuning, AI Workflows, Generative AI, LangGraph, Embeddings, Context Management, Vector Databases
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Image Analysis, Multimodal Prompts, Debugging, Computer Vision, Model Evaluation, Applied Machine Learning, Failure Mode And Effects Analysis, Verification And Validation, Root Cause Analysis, Performance Analysis, Machine Learning, Performance Tuning, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Tensorflow, Data Visualization, Python Programming, Experimentation, Algorithms
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Jira (Software), Workflow Management, Report Writing, Scrum (Software Development), Sprint Retrospectives, Backlogs, Due Diligence, Dashboard, Return On Investment, Sprint Planning, Business Process Automation, Agile Methodology, Automation, Process Improvement, No-Code Development, Debugging, Configuration Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Stakeholder Management
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months