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Optimization Courses

Optimization courses can help you learn techniques for improving performance, resource allocation, and decision-making processes. You can build skills in linear programming, heuristic methods, and simulation modeling, that support analyzing complex systems. Many courses introduce tools like Excel Solver, MATLAB, and Python libraries such as SciPy, enabling you to apply optimization methods to real-world problems in logistics, finance, and operations management.


Popular Optimization Courses and Certifications


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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Calculus for Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Numerical Analysis, Integral Calculus, Engineering Calculations, Applied Mathematics, Differential Equations, Algebra, Trigonometry, Engineering Analysis, Advanced Mathematics, General Mathematics, Physics, Geometry, Arithmetic, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Derivatives, Graphing, Deductive Reasoning

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Whizlabs

    Exam Prep PL-400: Microsoft Power Platform Developer Assoc.

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Microsoft Power Platform, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Power Apps Component Framework, Power BI, Microsoft Azure, Dashboard, Workflow Management, Process Analysis, Microsoft Copilot, Process Mapping, AI Workflows, Business Process Automation, Microsoft 365, Process Optimization, Automation, Microsoft Visual Studio, Restful API, Application Lifecycle Management, JSON

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    12 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Azure Network Engineer: AZ-700 Exam Prep & Certification

    Skills you'll gain: Network Planning And Design, Microsoft Azure, Network Troubleshooting, Network Security, Network Architecture, Network Monitoring, Load Balancing, Virtual Networking, Network Performance Management, Network Administration, Network Infrastructure, Scalability, Computer Networking, Firewall, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Performance Tuning, Cloud Deployment, Wide Area Networks, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), General Networking

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    127 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Digital Marketing Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Pay Per Click Advertising, Marketing Analytics, Web Analytics, Search Engine Optimization, Analytics, Digital Marketing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, A/B Testing, Data Analysis, Contextual Advertising, Big Data, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Customer Data Management, Predictive Analytics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Consumer Behaviour, Machine Learning

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Write Blog Posts With Outranking: Rank Articles With AI

    Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Blogs, Keyword Research, Web Analytics and SEO, Web Content, Content Development and Management, Content Creation, Content Strategy, AI Enablement, Editing, Generative AI, Writing

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Packt

    WordPress 101 - The Complete Guide

    Skills you'll gain: WordPress, Web Design and Development, HTML and CSS, Web Analytics and SEO, Content Management Systems, Web Content, Cloud Hosting, Web Servers, Application Security

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    29 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Explainable AI (XAI)

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Large Language Modeling, Decision Tree Learning, AI Security, Regression Analysis, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, AI Product Strategy, Statistical Modeling, Python Programming, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Applied Machine Learning, Logistic Regression, Deep Learning, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Plot (Graphics), Artificial Neural Networks

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Media for Web Development: Optimize a Travel Website

    Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, Search Engine Optimization, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, HTML and CSS, Web Design and Development, Web Analytics and SEO, Web Development, Javascript, Frontend Performance, Browser Compatibility

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Implementation of GenAI Agents

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, LangChain, AI Workflows, LLM Application, AI Orchestration, Agentic systems, Development Environment, AI Enablement, Model Evaluation, OpenAI, Scalability, Programming Principles, Application Design, Performance Tuning, Design

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    40 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    GenAI for Social Media Marketing Specialists

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Campaign Management, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Content Creation, Innovation, Marketing Automation, Social Media Campaigns, Prompt Engineering, Instagram, Customer Engagement, Advertising Campaigns, Data Analysis

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    21 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Advanced Data Management in Azure Databricks

    Skills you'll gain: Databricks, Data Governance, Microsoft Azure, Data Lakes, Real Time Data, Data Management, Data Integration, Data Pipelines, Data Quality, User Provisioning, Performance Tuning

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnQuest

    Advanced Kubernetes Deployment Strategies and Networking

    Skills you'll gain: Application Deployment, Kubernetes, Cloud Deployment, Network Troubleshooting, Performance Tuning, Continuous Deployment, Network Performance Management, Software-Defined Networking, Network Routing, Network Security, Network Protocols, Scalability, System Monitoring

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    Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Calculus for Engineers: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Exam Prep PL-400: Microsoft Power Platform Developer Assoc.: Whizlabs
  • Azure Network Engineer: AZ-700 Exam Prep & Certification: EDUCBA
  • Digital Marketing Analytics: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Write Blog Posts With Outranking: Rank Articles With AI: Coursera
  • WordPress 101 - The Complete Guide: Packt
  • Explainable AI (XAI): Duke University
  • Media for Web Development: Optimize a Travel Website: Coursera
  • Implementation of GenAI Agents: Coursera
  • GenAI for Social Media Marketing Specialists: Coursera

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Linear Algebra (10)
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