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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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    Dartmouth College

    Prescriptive Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Analytics, Business Analytics, Process Optimization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Data Science, Feature Engineering, Complex Problem Solving, Logistics, Model Evaluation, Python Programming, Decision Making, Cloud Computing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Python Fundamentals and Data Science Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Linear Algebra, Data Visualization, NumPy, Machine Learning Algorithms, Pandas (Python Package), Seaborn, Data Science, Machine Learning, Data Analysis, Supervised Learning, Python Programming, Jupyter, Data Manipulation, Classification Algorithms, Regression Analysis, Data Structures, Software Installation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Scrimba

    Algorithm Interview Practice for Junior Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Data Structures, Javascript, Computational Thinking, Program Development, Computer Programming

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    LLM Engineering with RAG: Optimizing AI Solutions

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, LLM Application, LangChain, Large Language Modeling, Vector Databases, Model Deployment, OpenAI API, Hugging Face, Scalability, Embeddings, Generative AI, Data Integration, Data Science, Machine Learning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Designing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions (AZ-305)

    Skills you'll gain: Data Integration, Microsoft Azure, Authorization (Computing), Azure Active Directory, Event-Driven Programming, Cloud Infrastructure, Authentications, Cloud Storage, Disaster Recovery, Data Architecture, Cloud Computing Architecture, Database Design, Cloud Security, Data Infrastructure, Event Monitoring, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Application Design, Application Programming Interface (API), Cloud Deployment, Identity and Access Management

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Prescriptive Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Methods, Network Model, Operations Research, Mathematical Modeling, Microsoft Excel, Business Analytics, Analytics, Analytical Skills, Operational Analysis, Business Mathematics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Process Optimization, Applied Mathematics, Statistical Methods, Team Building, Analysis, Model Evaluation, Case Studies

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    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    SQL in Action: Querying, Aggregating, and Joining Data

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Database Management, Query Languages, Data Analysis, Performance Tuning, Data Manipulation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Deep Learning with ANN in Python: Build & Optimize

    Skills you'll gain: Keras (Neural Network Library), Tensorflow, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Data Preprocessing, Model Evaluation, Customer Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Development Environment, Predictive Analytics, Pandas (Python Package), Data Cleansing

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    AI Machine Learning with R & Python Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Matplotlib, Data Analysis, Data Mining, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, NumPy, Pandas (Python Package), Probability Distribution, Dimensionality Reduction, Model Evaluation, R Programming, Probability, Python Programming, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Preprocessing, Linear Algebra, Applied Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Intermediate Rust Programming and Advanced Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Rust (Programming Language), Data Structures, Package and Software Management, Maintainability, Algorithms, Software Testing, Unit Testing, Software Design Patterns, Development Testing

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Mastering Oracle SQL Functions with SQL Developer

    Skills you'll gain: Oracle SQL Developer, SQL, Oracle Databases, Database Management, Data Analysis, Performance Tuning, Business Intelligence, Data Manipulation, Analytics, Data Transformation

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    Fundamentals of Teradata: Architecture, Storage & Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Teradata SQL, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Storage, Relational Databases, Database Management Systems, Mainframe Computing, Data Processing, Data Integration, Query Languages, Performance Tuning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Prescriptive Analytics: Dartmouth College
  • Python Fundamentals and Data Science Essentials: Packt
  • Algorithm Interview Practice for Junior Developers: Scrimba
  • LLM Engineering with RAG: Optimizing AI Solutions: Coursera
  • Designing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions (AZ-305): Packt
  • Prescriptive Analytics: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • SQL in Action: Querying, Aggregating, and Joining Data: Coursera
  • Deep Learning with ANN in Python: Build & Optimize: EDUCBA
  • AI Machine Learning with R & Python Projects: EDUCBA
  • Intermediate Rust Programming and Advanced Concepts: Packt

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