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    Master optimization techniques for improving system performance. Learn about linear programming, nonlinear optimization, and heuristic methods.

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      Columbia University

      Financial Engineering and Risk Management

      Skills you'll gain: Derivatives, Financial Market, Securities (Finance), Portfolio Management, Investment Management, Asset Management, Market Liquidity, Mortgage Loans, Credit Risk, Applied Mathematics, Finance, Risk Modeling, Mathematical Modeling, Financial Modeling, Equities, Regression Analysis, Numerical Analysis, Capital Markets, Futures Exchange, Risk Management

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Calculus for Machine Learning and Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Python Programming, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Derivatives

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving, Part 1

      Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Debugging, Programming Principles, Program Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Spreadsheet Software, Data Management, Problem Solving, Computer Programming, Data Cleansing, Automation

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      QA Process Optimization: Agile & Automated Testing

      Skills you'll gain: Software Quality Assurance, Quality Assurance, Test Automation, Test Driven Development (TDD), Acceptance Testing, Behavior-Driven Development, Agile Software Development, Regression Testing, Software Testing, Test Case, Test Tools, Agile Methodology, User Story, CI/CD, Automation, Analysis, Collaboration

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Meta

      Measure and Optimize Social Media Marketing Campaigns

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Advertising Campaigns, Social Media, Digital Advertising, Marketing Analytics, Marketing, Advertising, Digital Marketing, A/B Testing, Paid media, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Facebook, Return On Investment, Data Analysis, Presentations, Communication

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Modeling Risk and Realities

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Modeling, Probability Distribution, Mathematical Modeling, Process Optimization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Risk Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Business Modeling, Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Verification And Validation, Microsoft Excel

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Digital Marketing Implementation: Executing Strategies in a Connected, Data-Driven World

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Relationship Management, Search Engine Marketing, Digital Marketing, Direct Marketing, User Experience, Customer Data Management, Web Analytics and SEO, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Cross-Channel Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Marketing Automation, MarTech, Content Marketing, Customer experience strategy (CX), AI Personalization, Social Media, Business Ethics

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Microsoft Python Development

      Skills you'll gain: Flask (Web Framework), Git (Version Control System), Web Scraping, Front-End Web Development, Restful API, Test Driven Development (TDD), Object-Relational Mapping, Web Development, Integration Testing, Scripting, Version Control, Matplotlib, Debugging, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, DevOps, Data Structures, CI/CD, Automation, Cloud Computing

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      366 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Azure: AI-Powered Cloud Optimization Strategies

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Cloud Management, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing Architecture, OpenAI, Cloud Development, Scalability, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Continuous Monitoring

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Washington

      Machine Learning: Regression

      Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Supervised Learning, Feature Engineering, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Algorithms, Data Manipulation

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Stanford University

      Antibiotic Stewardship

      Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Infection Control, Clinical Pharmacy, Pharmacotherapy, Medication Therapy Management, Medical Prescription, Infectious Diseases, Patient Evaluation, Long Term Care, Microbiology, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Decision Support Systems

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      757 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Introduction to Business

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Financial Statements, Business Planning, Strategic Planning, Financial Accounting, Online Advertising, Keyword Research, Digital Marketing, Business Strategy, Financial Reporting, Goal Setting, Cash Management, Income Statement, Financial Forecasting, Leadership and Management, Business Management, Search Engine Optimization, Content Marketing, Cash Flows, Storytelling

      4.7
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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Financial Engineering and Risk Management: Columbia University
    • Calculus for Machine Learning and Data Science: DeepLearning.AI
    • Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving, Part 1: University of Colorado Boulder
    • QA Process Optimization: Agile & Automated Testing: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Measure and Optimize Social Media Marketing Campaigns: Meta
    • Modeling Risk and Realities: University of Pennsylvania
    • Digital Marketing Implementation: Executing Strategies in a Connected, Data-Driven World: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Microsoft Python Development: Microsoft
    • GenAI for Azure: AI-Powered Cloud Optimization Strategies: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Machine Learning: Regression: University of Washington

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