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

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      Microsoft

      Using Microsoft Copilot to Understand Your Customer

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Insights, Microsoft Copilot, Customer Analysis, Persona Development, Marketing Analytics, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Report Writing, Search Engine Marketing, Generative AI Agents, Target Audience, Prompt Engineering, Search Engine Optimization, Social Media Marketing, Data Import/Export

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      ¿Qué hacer con tu estrategia digital en tiempos de cambio?

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Engagement, Target Market, Digital Advertising, Customer Retention, Search Engine Optimization, Digital Media Strategy, Lead Generation, Digital Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Customer Acquisition Management, Customer experience strategy (CX), Cash Flows, Web Analytics, Market Research

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      126 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      New York Institute of Finance

      Reinforcement Learning for Trading Strategies

      Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Financial Trading, Deep Learning, Portfolio Management, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, Markov Model, Machine Learning, Financial Market, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting

      3.5
      Rating, 3.5 out of 5 stars
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      243 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Microsoft Generative AI for Data Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Dashboard, Interactive Data Visualization, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Infographics, Data Visualization, Anomaly Detection, Excel Formulas, Predictive Modeling, Data Visualization Software, Microsoft Copilot, Business Reporting, Risk Analysis, Text Mining, Predictive Analytics, Automation

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      96 reviews

      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Microsoft

      Smarter Content Creation with Microsoft Copilot

      Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Microsoft Copilot, Content Creation, Generative AI Agents, Marketing Materials, Content Development and Management, Ideation, Social Media Content, Content Strategy, Blogs, Personalized Service, Brainstorming, Paid media, Calendar Management, Search Engine Optimization

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      9 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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      21 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Conformando tu estrategia digital

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Digital Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Content Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Digital Advertising, Content Marketing, Email Marketing, Web Design and Development, Digital Communications, Event Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      48 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      Цифровий маркетинг і електронна комерція від Google

      Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Paid media, Order Fulfillment, Media Planning, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media, Google Ads, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Performance Measurement, Order Processing, Customer Acquisition Management, Brand Loyalty, Search Engine Marketing, Content Creation, Customer Relationship Management, Customer Retention, E-Commerce, Marketing Analytics, Campaign Management

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      AI in Workforce Management

      Skills you'll gain: AI Product Strategy, Workforce Management, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Workforce Planning, Responsible AI, Resource Management, Performance Improvement, Employee Performance Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Process Optimization, Strategic Planning, Business Ethics, Emerging Technologies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Dartmouth College

      Data Analytics for Digital Transformation

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Business Ethics, Predictive Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Business Transformation, Advanced Analytics, Customer experience strategy (CX), Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Operations Research, Analytics, Business Technologies, Business Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Feature Engineering, Systems Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Process Optimization, Technology Strategies, Applied Machine Learning

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Generative AI for Keyword Research

      Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Generative AI, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Search Engine Marketing, Prompt Engineering, Competitive Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      运营管理概论(中文版)

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Process Analysis, Business Operations, Operational Efficiency, Production Process, Operational Analysis, Process Optimization, Business Process Improvement, Quality Management, Performance Measurement, Inventory Management System, Business Metrics, Quality Control, Capacity Management, Resource Utilization

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      46 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Using Microsoft Copilot to Understand Your Customer: Microsoft
    • ¿Qué hacer con tu estrategia digital en tiempos de cambio?: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Reinforcement Learning for Trading Strategies: New York Institute of Finance
    • Microsoft Generative AI for Data Analysis: Microsoft
    • Smarter Content Creation with Microsoft Copilot: Microsoft
    • What is Procure to Pay: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Conformando tu estrategia digital: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Цифровий маркетинг і електронна комерція від Google: Google
    • AI in Workforce Management: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Data Analytics for Digital Transformation: Dartmouth College

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