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.

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Scalability, Cloud Computing, Software Architecture, Cloud Services, Cloud Solutions, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Load Balancing, Serverless Computing, Software Design Patterns, Microservices, Software As A Service, Event-Driven Programming
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Databases, Project Schedules, Data Visualization, Calendar Management, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Project Management, Document Management, Content Development and Management, Process Improvement and Optimization, File Management, Collaboration, User Accounts
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Benchmarking, Search Engine Optimization, Content Performance Analysis, Keyword Research, Marketing Analytics, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Performance Analysis, Web Analytics and SEO, Performance Measurement, Content Strategy, Performance Improvement, Driving engagement, Trend Analysis, Customer Insights
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Network Protocols, Network Performance Management, Network Monitoring, Network Troubleshooting, Threat Detection, Network Analysis, TCP/IP, Web Servers, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Network Security
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Spring Boot, Application Development, API Testing, Application Frameworks, Software Testing, Test Case, Development Environment, Model View Controller, Software Development Tools, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Authentications, Software Design Patterns, SQL, Data Persistence, Mockups, JSON, User Interface (UI), Functional Design, Databases, Dependency Analysis
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Containerization, Application Deployment, Command-Line Interface, Development Environment, Nginx, Computing Platforms, Software Installation, Node.JS, Virtual Machines, React.js
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Keyword Research, Auditing, Content Strategy, Web Analytics, Content Performance Analysis, Technical Support, Extensible Markup Language (XML)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Virginia Darden School Foundation
Skills you'll gain: Sustainability Standards, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Planning, Corporate Sustainability, Procurement, Sustainable Development, Supplier Management, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Environmental Regulations, Logistics, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Risk Management Framework, Public Policies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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
Amazon Web Services
Skills you'll gain: Amazon CloudWatch, DevOps, Devops Tools, Code Review, Amazon Web Services, AI Security, Application Performance Management, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Anomaly Detection, Continuous Monitoring, System Monitoring, Vulnerability Scanning, Predictive Analytics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months