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.

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Data Cleansing, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Business Analytics, Analytics, Financial Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Data Analysis, Technical Communication, Investment Management, Feature Engineering, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Portfolio Management, Data Quality, Data Transformation, Statistical Modeling, Regression Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Medical Imaging, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, X-Ray Computed Tomography
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Linear Algebra, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Bayesian Statistics, Statistics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Probability, Regression Analysis, Calculus, Statistical Analysis, Advanced Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Probability Distribution, Mathematical Modeling, Integral Calculus, Algebra, Machine Learning Algorithms
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skillshare
Skills you'll gain: Business Process
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Python Programming, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Neural Networks, Text Mining, Machine Learning Algorithms, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Data Processing
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: MongoDB, Restful API, API Design, NoSQL, Database Development, Node.JS, Query Languages, Database Management, Distributed Computing, Database Design, Database Architecture and Administration, Performance Tuning, Data Architecture, Scalability, Data Modeling, Data Validation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Ledgers (Accounting), Tax Planning, Tax Management, Auditing, Tax Compliance, Income Tax, Financial Reporting, General Ledger, Accounting Systems, Financial Regulation, Compliance Management, Accounting Records, Financial Controls
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: C# (Programming Language), Software Architecture, .NET Framework, Object Oriented Design, Distributed Computing, Scalability, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design, Microservices, Debugging, MongoDB, Data Access, Model View Controller, Performance Tuning, Computer Programming, Maintainability, NoSQL
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Edureka
Skills you'll gain: Angular, Application Deployment, JavaScript Frameworks, Software Testing, Test Tools, Web Development Tools, Unit Testing, Application Performance Management, CI/CD, Continuous Integration, Web Applications, TypeScript, Ajax, Application Lifecycle Management, Secure Coding, Web Development, Code Coverage, Software Architecture, Command-Line Interface, Version Control
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Applied Machine Learning, Python Programming, Jupyter, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Computer Vision, Machine Learning
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Active Directory, Real Time Data, Zero Trust Network Access, Serverless Computing, Identity and Access Management, Data Integration, Cloud Applications, Virtual Machines, Cloud Computing Architecture, Data Governance, Data Management, Cloud Security, Cloud Storage, Cloud Computing, Solution Architecture, Disaster Recovery, Data Migration
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Human Resources, Generative AI, Workforce Development, Data Ethics, Recruitment, Workflow Management, Employee Retention, Generative AI Agents, Gap Analysis, Employee Onboarding, People Analytics, People Management, AI Personalization, Talent Management, Automation, Talent Acquisition, Prompt Engineering, No-Code Development, Agentic systems, Business Operations
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months