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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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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Mathematics for Engineers: The Capstone Course

    Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Engineering Analysis, Finite Element Methods, Mathematical Software, Mechanical Engineering, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Differential Equations, Calculus

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    National Taiwan University

    Operations Research (4): Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Report Writing, Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Algorithms, Industrial Engineering, Business Modeling, Process Optimization, Engineering Calculations, Feasibility Studies, Project Design, Engineering Management, Business Operations, Data Visualization, Presentations, Complex Problem Solving, Business Analytics

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of London

    Quantitative Foundations for International Business

    Skills you'll gain: Business Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Calculus, Financial Modeling, Algebra, Business Economics, Graphing

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science and Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Algorithms, Cryptography, Relational Databases, Data Management

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    École normale supérieure

    Approximation Algorithms Part II

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Combinatorics, Algorithms, Advanced Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Probability

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Math for AI Beginner Part 2 : Vector Calulus

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering Calculations, Applied Mathematics, Engineering Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Calculus, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, Machine Learning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Whizlabs

    AWS: Model Training , Optimization & Deployment

    Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Cloud Deployment, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Model Evaluation, Continuous Deployment, Continuous Integration, Debugging

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Portfolio Optimization using Markowitz Model

    Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Portfolio Risk, Financial Modeling, Correlation Analysis, Investment Management, Financial Analysis, Risk Modeling

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Approximation Algorithms and Linear Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Linear Algebra, Combinatorics, Computational Thinking, Mathematical Modeling, Theoretical Computer Science, Python Programming

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Algorithm Design: Mastering Computational Problem Solving

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Machine Learning Algorithms, Solution Design, Problem Solving, Mathematical Theory & Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pittsburgh

    Linear Algebra and Regression Fundamentals for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: NumPy, Matplotlib, Linear Algebra, Pandas (Python Package), Data Manipulation, Applied Mathematics, Data Visualization, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Data Science, Regression Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Machine Learning, Computational Logic, Logical Reasoning

    Build toward a degree

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Mathematical Foundations and Quantum Mechanics Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Probability, Linear Algebra, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Computational Logic, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Computer Science, Algebra, Physics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Mathematics for Engineers: The Capstone Course: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Operations Research (4): Capstone Project: National Taiwan University
  • Quantitative Foundations for International Business: University of London
  • Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science and Engineering: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Approximation Algorithms Part II: École normale supérieure
  • Math for AI Beginner Part 2 : Vector Calulus: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • AWS: Model Training , Optimization & Deployment: Whizlabs
  • Portfolio Optimization using Markowitz Model: Coursera
  • Approximation Algorithms and Linear Programming : University of Colorado Boulder
  • Algorithm Design: Mastering Computational Problem Solving: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

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