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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


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    University of Manchester

    Our Earth: Its Climate, History, and Processes

    Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Environment, Hydrology, Water Resources, Mathematical Modeling, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Science, Biology, Simulations, Scientific Methods, Chemistry

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    Macquarie University

    Excel Time Series Models for Business Forecasting

    Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Forecasting, Model Evaluation, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Trend Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Data Presentation, Statistical Visualization, Graphing, Process Optimization

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    Sciences Po

    Politics and Economics of International Energy

    Skills you'll gain: Oil and Gas, Energy and Utilities, Climate Change Mitigation, International Relations, Environmental Issue, Electric Power Systems, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Policy, Economics, Political Sciences, Market Dynamics, Sustainable Development

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    Edureka

    Applied Analytics Engineering and Visualization with dbt

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Engineering, Data Presentation, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Dashboard, Business Analytics, Business Intelligence, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Transformation, SQL, Automation, Data Management, Version Control

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    Meta

    Measure and Optimize Social Media Marketing Campaigns

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Online Advertising, Marketing Analytics, Advertising Campaigns, Digital Advertising, Performance marketing, Campaign Management, Marketing Budgets, Data Analysis, Digital Marketing, Data Presentation, A/B Testing, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Return On Investment, Performance Reporting, Business Metrics, Presentations, Communication

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    EDUCBA

    Unity Shader Programming: Create & Optimize

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Computer Graphics, Computer Graphic Techniques, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Animations, Video Game Development, Performance Tuning, Image Quality, Debugging

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    Caltech

    The Evolving Universe

    Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Physics, General Science and Research, Systems Of Measurement, Mathematical Modeling

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    AI CERTs

    Customer Experience in Telecommunication

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Tensorflow, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Network Performance Management, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Transfer Learning, AI Personalization, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Telecommunications, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, Emerging Technologies, Generative AI Agents, Wireless Networks, Digital Communications, Network Protocols, System Design and Implementation, Communication

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    Coursera

    Optimize SQL and Vector Search Parameters

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Testing, Vector Databases, Performance Tuning, Query Languages, SQL, Application Performance Management, Benchmarking, System Monitoring, Secure Coding

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    University of Michigan

    Sleep: Neurobiology, Medicine, and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Substance Abuse, Mental Health, Neurology, Mathematical Modeling, Patient Safety, Physiology, Cardiology, Accident Prevention, Public Health, Pharmacology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Biology

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    Coursera

    Boost Your Brand's SEO Visibility

    Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Google Ads, Content Creation, Performance Metric, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Competitive Intelligence

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    3.- El Cálculo - Modelo Cúbico

    Skills you'll gain: Applied Mathematics, Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Graphing, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Software, Calculus, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Integral Calculus, Derivatives

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

  • Our Earth: Its Climate, History, and Processes: University of Manchester
  • Excel Time Series Models for Business Forecasting: Macquarie University
  • Politics and Economics of International Energy: Sciences Po
  • Applied Analytics Engineering and Visualization with dbt: Edureka
  • Measure and Optimize Social Media Marketing Campaigns: Meta
  • Unity Shader Programming: Create & Optimize: EDUCBA
  • The Evolving Universe: Caltech
  • Customer Experience in Telecommunication: AI CERTs
  • Optimize SQL and Vector Search Parameters: Coursera
  • Sleep: Neurobiology, Medicine, and Society: University of Michigan

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