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

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Advanced Business Analytics: Excel Optimization & Simulation

      Skills you'll gain: Resource Allocation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Microsoft Excel, Business Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Operational Analysis, Transportation Operations, Analytics, Business Operations, Risk Analysis, Process Optimization, Statistical Methods, Business Modeling, Logistics

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Chinese University of Hong Kong

      Solving Algorithms for Discrete Optimization

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Computational Logic, Combinatorics, Algorithms, Applied Mathematics, Graph Theory, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Software, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Theoretical Computer Science, Performance Tuning, Linear Algebra

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      44 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Stanford University

      Greedy Algorithms, Minimum Spanning Trees, and Dynamic Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Bioinformatics, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Mastering SEO with Jasper: Ranking and Optimization

      Skills you'll gain: Blogs, Search Engine Optimization, Keyword Research, Web Content, Web Analytics and SEO, Content Creation, Content Marketing, Online Advertising, Drive Engagement, Generative AI, Business Marketing

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
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      DeepLearning.AI

      Retrieval Optimization: Tokenization to Vector Quantization

      Skills you'll gain: Text Mining, Large Language Modeling, Performance Tuning, Unstructured Data

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      Status: AI skills
      AI skills
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      Google

      Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Search Engine Marketing, Media Planning, Social Media Marketing, Google Ads, Email Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Search Engine Optimization, Order Fulfillment, Social Media Management, Performance Measurement, Spreadsheet Software, A/B Testing, Customer Retention, E-Commerce, Campaign Management, Loyalty Programs, Marketing, Interviewing Skills, Applicant Tracking Systems

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      41K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera

      YouTube Optimization: Grow Your Presence

      Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics, Performance Analysis, Marketing Analytics, Web Analytics and SEO, Content Strategy, Analytics, Marketing Channel, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Social Media Strategy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Revenue Management, Social Media Management, Brand Marketing

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      IBM

      Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Web Analytics and SEO, Search Engine Optimization, Content Marketing, Web Analytics, Blogs, Search Engine Marketing, Content Creation, MarTech, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Content Development and Management, Digital Marketing, Growth Strategies, Content Strategy, Market Research

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Google

      Attract and Engage Customers with Digital Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Google Ads, Search Engine Optimization, Target Audience, Digital Marketing, Online Advertising, Web Analytics and SEO, Persona Development, Keyword Research, Pay Per Click Advertising, Digital Advertising, Marketing, Advertising Campaigns, Marketing Strategies, Customer Acquisition Management, Lead Generation, Google Analytics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      7.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      IBM

      Machine Learning with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Regression Analysis, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Python Programming, Statistical Analysis, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Feature Engineering

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      18K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Google

      Google AI Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Large Language Modeling, Process Optimization, Productivity Software, Workforce Development, Digital Transformation, Innovation, Technical Writing, Emerging Technologies, Operational Efficiency, Business Solutions, Machine Learning Software, Data Security, Critical Thinking, Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Quality

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.7K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
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      Coursera

      Instagram Optimization: Grow Your Presence

      Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Content Performance Analysis, Social Media Management, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Brand Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Drive Engagement, Content Strategy, Customer Engagement, Marketing Analytics, Content Creation, Performance Metric, Analytics

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Advanced Business Analytics: Excel Optimization & Simulation: Johns Hopkins University
    • Solving Algorithms for Discrete Optimization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
    • Greedy Algorithms, Minimum Spanning Trees, and Dynamic Programming: Stanford University
    • Mastering SEO with Jasper: Ranking and Optimization: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Retrieval Optimization: Tokenization to Vector Quantization: DeepLearning.AI
    • Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce: Google
    • YouTube Optimization: Grow Your Presence: Coursera
    • Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing: IBM
    • Attract and Engage Customers with Digital Marketing: Google
    • Machine Learning with Python: IBM

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