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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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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Dynamic Programming, Greedy Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Algorithms, Data Structures, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Computer Science, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Python Programming, Program Development, Analysis, Data Analysis

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Solving Algorithms for Discrete Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Computational Logic, Advanced Mathematics, Combinatorics, Algorithms, Applied Mathematics, Graph Theory, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Software, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Theoretical Computer Science, Program Development, Performance Tuning, Linear Algebra

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    National Taiwan University

    機器學習基石上 (Machine Learning Foundations)---Mathematical Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Machine Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Theoretical Computer Science, Mathematical Modeling, Probability & Statistics, Regression Analysis, Algorithms

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Integral Calculus and Numerical Analysis for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Integral Calculus, Numerical Analysis, Calculus, Data Science, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Derivatives

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    108 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Virginia

    Pricing Strategy Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Price Negotiation, Market Dynamics, Product Lifecycle Management, Revenue Management, Competitive Analysis, Target Market, Global Marketing, Market Share, Consumer Behaviour, Business Strategy, Product Strategy, Marketing Psychology, Marketing, Cost Accounting, Customer Insights, Customer Analysis, Value Propositions, Strategic Marketing, Economics, Presentations

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Linear Algebra for Machine Learning and Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, NumPy, Dimensionality Reduction, Machine Learning Methods, Data Transformation, Data Manipulation, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Machine Learning, Python Programming

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California San Diego

    Mathematical Thinking in Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Logical Reasoning, Computational Logic, Deductive Reasoning, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Combinatorics, Algorithms, Python Programming, Computer Science, Program Development

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École normale supérieure

    Approximation Algorithms Part I

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

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    556 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Advanced Modeling for Discrete Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Mathematical Modeling, Operations Research, Combinatorics, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Geometry, Data Structures

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    139 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Plant Design & Economics

    Skills you'll gain: Plant Operations and Management, Process Engineering, Cost Management, Project Management, Engineering Management, Process Design, Operational Efficiency, Process Analysis, Value Engineering, Process Optimization, Budgeting, Process Improvement and Optimization, Safety Standards, Simulation and Simulation Software, Operational Excellence, Financial Planning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Calculus through Data & Modeling: Limits & Derivatives

    Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Mathematical Software, Data Analysis, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Derivatives, Graphing, Algebra

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Approximation Algorithms and Linear Programming

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

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Dynamic Programming, Greedy Algorithms: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Solving Algorithms for Discrete Optimization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • 機器學習基石上 (Machine Learning Foundations)---Mathematical Foundations: National Taiwan University
  • Integral Calculus and Numerical Analysis for Data Science: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Pricing Strategy Optimization: University of Virginia
  • Linear Algebra for Machine Learning and Data Science: DeepLearning.AI
  • Mathematical Thinking in Computer Science: University of California San Diego
  • Approximation Algorithms Part I: École normale supérieure
  • Advanced Modeling for Discrete Optimization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Plant Design & Economics: Coursera

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