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    Johns Hopkins University

    Infectious Disease Transmission Models for Decision-Makers

    Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Public Health, Policy Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Case Studies, Predictive Modeling, Vulnerability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Columbia University

    First Principles of Computer Vision

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Quality, Image Analysis, Computer Graphics, 3D Modeling, Photography, Virtual Reality, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Medical Imaging, Artificial Neural Networks, Unsupervised Learning, Graph Theory, Dimensionality Reduction, Mathematical Modeling, Estimation, Machine Learning Algorithms, Color Theory, Algorithms, Automation Engineering, Electronic Components

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    225 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    ESG Risks and Opportunities

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Case Studies, Business Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Portfolio Management, Financial Data, Investments, Return On Investment, Sustainable Business, Governance, Sustainability Reporting

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    767 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera Instructor Network

    What is Procure to Pay

    Skills you'll gain: Purchasing, Process Improvement, Accounts Payable, Process Optimization, Operational Efficiency, Procurement, Supplier Relationship Management, Vendor Management, Cost Management, Compliance Management, Automation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    22 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Principles of Computing (Part 1)

    Skills you'll gain: Combinatorics, Probability, Programming Principles, Program Development, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Development Testing, Software Testing, Applied Mathematics, Debugging, Algorithms, Python Programming, Game Design, Simulations

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    584 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    The Complete Quantum Computing Course for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Python Programming, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Linear Algebra, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Computer Science, Algebra, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), IBM Cloud, Scripting, Probability, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Processing, Mathematical Modeling, Data Structures, Data Manipulation, Probability & Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Software Installation

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    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    65 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Edureka

    Generative AI for Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Patterns, Generative AI Agents, Business Process Automation, Make.com, Large Language Modeling, Automation, ChatGPT, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, LLM Application, LangChain, Responsible AI, Workflow Management, OpenAI, Tool Calling, No-Code Development, Multimodal Prompts, Slack (Software), Process Optimization, Application Programming Interface (API), Decision Support Systems

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Howard University

    Introduction to Linear Algebra and Python

    Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Applied Mathematics, NumPy, Mathematical Software, Algebra, Data Visualization Software, Jupyter, Mathematical Modeling, Data Science, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Software Installation, Git (Version Control System)

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    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Algorithmic Thinking (Part 2)

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Bioinformatics, Data Structures, Big Data, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Unsupervised Learning, Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    216 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Deep Learning with PyTorch

    Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Computer Vision, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning, Network Architecture

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    69 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EIT Digital

    Development of Real-Time Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Computer Programming, C (Programming Language), Real Time Data, System Design and Implementation, OS Process Management, System Requirements, Computer Architecture, Algorithms, Servers

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    540 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    ISAE-SUPAERO

    Fundamentals of Flight mechanics

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Thermal Management, Mechanical Engineering, Hazard Analysis, Physical Science, Simulations, Applied Mathematics, Systems Of Measurement, Vibrations, Engineering Analysis, Control Systems, Engineering Calculations, Physics, Energy and Utilities, Mathematical Modeling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Infectious Disease Transmission Models for Decision-Makers: Johns Hopkins University
  • First Principles of Computer Vision: Columbia University
  • ESG Risks and Opportunities: University of Pennsylvania
  • What is Procure to Pay: Coursera Instructor Network
  • Principles of Computing (Part 1): Rice University
  • The Complete Quantum Computing Course for Beginners: Packt
  • Generative AI for Automation: Edureka
  • Introduction to Linear Algebra and Python: Howard University
  • Algorithmic Thinking (Part 2): Rice University
  • Deep Learning with PyTorch: IBM

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