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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.


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Popular Mathematical Optimization Courses and Certifications


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    Imperial College London

    Mathematics for Machine Learning: PCA

    Skills you'll gain: Dimensionality Reduction, NumPy, Data Preprocessing, Unsupervised Learning, Feature Engineering, Jupyter, Statistics, Linear Algebra, Python Programming, Advanced Mathematics, Calculus

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Analyze Business Data with Power BI & DAX

    Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Power BI, Gross Profit, Dashboard, Data Modeling, Data Import/Export, Interactive Data Visualization, Microsoft Power Platform, People Analytics, Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Business Intelligence, Business Reporting, Data Transformation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Microsoft Excel, Case Studies, Stakeholder Analysis, Business Analysis, Performance Analysis

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    Coursera

    Optimize SQL and Vector Search Parameters

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Testing, Vector Databases, Performance Tuning, Query Languages, SQL, Application Performance Management, Benchmarking, System Monitoring, Secure Coding

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving, Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Programming Principles, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Spreadsheet Software, Problem Solving, Automation, Algorithms, Debugging, Data Management, Data Cleansing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Apply Selenium WebDriver with Java for Web Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Selenium (Software), Test Script Development, Test Automation, Automation, Software Testing, Java, Test Data, Web Scraping, Software Design Patterns, Maintainability, Debugging, Data Validation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Apply Advanced PROC SQL Techniques for Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Stored Procedure, SAS (Software), Data Integrity, Data Manipulation, Query Languages, Relational Databases, Data Transformation, Performance Tuning, Debugging, Data Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    GenAI Prompting, Evaluation, and Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI Security, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Content Performance Analysis, Risk Management, Governance, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Model Evaluation, Compliance Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Performance Analysis, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, System Monitoring, Gap Analysis, Large Language Modeling, Performance Metric, Quality Assessment, Cost Benefit Analysis

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    University of Michigan

    Model Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Systems Thinking, Strategic Decision-Making, Innovation, Social Sciences, Strategic Thinking, Decision Making, Complex Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Network Analysis, Economics, Probability, Market Dynamics

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Measure and Monitor Brand Presence Online

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Automation, Lead Generation, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Brand Awareness, Sales Pipelines, Web Analytics, Customer Acquisition Management, Marketing Operations, Marketing Effectiveness, Social Media, Branding, Performance Analysis, Social Media Management, Brand Management, Business Metrics, Data Capture, Market Research

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Noise, Vibration & Harshness (NVH) Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Test Engineering, Product Testing, Performance Testing, Human Factors, Engineering Analysis, Digital Signal Processing, Laboratory Testing, Scientific Visualization, Data Integration, Root Cause Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Deep Learning Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Natural Language Processing, Debugging, Containerization, Kubernetes, Transfer Learning, Docker (Software), MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Distributed Computing, Applied Machine Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Vision Transformer (ViT), Tensorflow, Cloud Computing, Deep Learning, Performance Tuning, Model Evaluation, Artificial Neural Networks, Data Pipelines, Computer Vision

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    Coursera

    Electrical Design Engineer - Circuit Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Electronic Systems, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Hardware Design, Electronics, Electronic Components, Mathematical Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Analysis, Analysis, High Voltage, Grant Applications

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Mathematics for Machine Learning: PCA: Imperial College London
  • Analyze Business Data with Power BI & DAX: EDUCBA
  • Optimize SQL and Vector Search Parameters: Coursera
  • Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving, Part 1: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Apply Selenium WebDriver with Java for Web Automation: EDUCBA
  • Apply Advanced PROC SQL Techniques for Data Analysis: EDUCBA
  • GenAI Prompting, Evaluation, and Governance: Coursera
  • Model Thinking: University of Michigan
  • Measure and Monitor Brand Presence Online: Coursera
  • Noise, Vibration & Harshness (NVH) Testing: Coursera

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