• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Degrees
​
Log In
Join for Free
  • Browse
  • Optimization

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


  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    S

    SkillUp

    Business Analysis: Process Modeling & Requirements Gathering

    Skills you'll gain: Business Analysis, Business Process Modeling, Process Optimization, Requirements Management, Business Requirements, Process Analysis, Data Modeling, Stakeholder Analysis, Agile Methodology, Requirements Analysis, Process Improvement, User Story, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Gap Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    65 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    I

    IBM

    Capstone Project: Applying Business Analysis Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Mitigation, Business Process Modeling, Stakeholder Analysis, Risk Analysis, Project Scoping, Stakeholder Management, Process Flow Diagrams, Risk Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Stakeholder Engagement, Scope Management, Business Requirements, Presentations, Requirements Elicitation, Business Analysis, Looker (Software), Requirements Analysis, Project Management, Process Optimization, Data Analysis Software

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    20 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    C

    Coursera

    Effective Marketing in the Global Marketplace

    Skills you'll gain: Target Audience, Marketing, Value Propositions, Global Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Diversity Marketing, Content Marketing, Brand Strategy, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Social Media Marketing, Market Research, Consumer Behaviour

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    70 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    U

    Universidad de Palermo

    E-Business: Negocios Online

    Skills you'll gain: E-Commerce, Digital Marketing, Digital Advertising, Business Strategy, Social Media Strategy, Google Ads, Digital Transformation, Email Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Business Technologies, Business Modeling, Branding

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    258 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    I

    IESE Business School

    How to Build an Effective Service Company

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Methodologies, Workforce Management, Service Improvement, Operations Management, Operational Performance Management, Business Process Management, Process Optimization, Service Management, Operational Efficiency, Process Analysis, Sustainable Business, Capacity Management, Customer experience improvement, Case Studies

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    25 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    M

    MathWorks

    Image Processing for Engineering and Science

    Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Image Quality, Matlab, Computer Vision, Traffic Flow Optimization, Automation, Digital Signal Processing, Anomaly Detection, Spatial Data Analysis, Geospatial Information and Technology, Medical Imaging, Spatial Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Quantitative Research, Algorithms, Data Store

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    244 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Sustainable Cities

    Skills you'll gain: Traffic Flow Optimization, Architectural Design, Sustainable Development, Stormwater Management, Building Codes, Community Development, Land Development, Public Works, Sustainable Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Transportation Operations, Civil Engineering, Case Studies, Environmental Engineering, Building Design, Economic Development, Land Management, Sustainable Design, Sustainable Technologies, Environmental Science

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    483 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    S

    SkillUp

    Business Analyst (ECBA) Certificate Preparation 

    Skills you'll gain: Business Analysis, Business Process Modeling, Stakeholder Analysis, Process Optimization, Requirements Management, Business Requirements, Stakeholder Management, Process Analysis, Data Modeling, Agile Methodology, Stakeholder Engagement, Requirements Analysis, Process Improvement, User Story, Project Management, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Risk Management, Business Process, Needs Assessment, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    96 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of California, Irvine

    Strategies for Converting and Retaining Customers Online

    Skills you'll gain: Pay Per Click Advertising, Search Engine Marketing, Customer Retention, Digital Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Keyword Research, Digital Advertising, Marketing Strategies, Marketing, Customer Acquisition Management, Web Analytics and SEO, Content Marketing, Lead Generation, Target Audience

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    117 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    A

    Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute

    Machine Learning Algorithms: Supervised Learning Tip to Tail

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Classification Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Jupyter, Decision Tree Learning, Machine Learning, Data Preprocessing, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Business Solutions, Python Programming, Regression Analysis, Performance Analysis, Feature Engineering, Data Processing, Process Optimization

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    417 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    E

    ESSEC Business School

    L'excellence opérationnelle en pratique

    Skills you'll gain: Operational Excellence, Operational Efficiency, Operations Management, Kaizen Methodology, Business Operations, Process Improvement, Business Process Management, Quality Improvement, Process Improvement and Optimization, Lean Methodologies, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement Process, Kanban Principles, Culture Transformation, Six Sigma Methodology, Management Training And Development, Complex Problem Solving, Performance Management, Waste Minimization

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    671 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Device-based Models with TensorFlow Lite

    Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, iOS Development, Android Development, Tensorflow, Swift Programming, Mobile Development, Applied Machine Learning, Embedded Systems, Computer Vision, Machine Learning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    654 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Searches related to optimization

optimization for decision making
optimization of sql query tuning and performance
optimization with next.js: build a product portfolio website
industrial optimization: models & linear programming
search engine optimization and content marketing
discrete optimization
generative engine optimization (geo)
ai for design and optimization
1…656667…91

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

  • Business Analysis: Process Modeling & Requirements Gathering: SkillUp
  • Capstone Project: Applying Business Analysis Skills : IBM
  • Effective Marketing in the Global Marketplace: Coursera
  • E-Business: Negocios Online: Universidad de Palermo
  • How to Build an Effective Service Company: IESE Business School
  • Image Processing for Engineering and Science: MathWorks
  • Sustainable Cities: Johns Hopkins University
  • Business Analyst (ECBA) Certificate Preparation : SkillUp
  • Strategies for Converting and Retaining Customers Online: University of California, Irvine
  • Machine Learning Algorithms: Supervised Learning Tip to Tail: Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute

Skills you can learn in Algorithms

Graphs (22)
Mathematical Optimization (21)
Computer Program (20)
Data Structure (19)
Problem Solving (19)
Algebra (12)
Computer Vision (10)
Discrete Mathematics (10)
Graph Theory (10)
Image Processing (10)
Linear Algebra (10)
Reinforcement Learning (10)

Other topics to explore

Arts and Humanities
338 courses
Business
1095 courses
Computer Science
668 courses
Data Science
425 courses
Information Technology
145 courses
Health
471 courses
Math and Logic
70 courses
Personal Development
137 courses
Physical Science and Engineering
413 courses
Social Sciences
401 courses
Language Learning
150 courses

Coursera Footer

Skills

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data Analytics
  • Digital Marketing
  • English Speaking
  • Generative AI (GenAI)
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Power BI
  • Project Management
  • Python

Certificates & Programs

  • Google Cybersecurity Certificate
  • Google Data Analytics Certificate
  • Google IT Support Certificate
  • Google Project Management Certificate
  • Google UX Design Certificate
  • IBM Data Analyst Certificate
  • IBM Data Science Certificate
  • Machine Learning Certificate
  • Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Certificate
  • UI / UX Design Certificate

Industries & Careers

  • Business
  • Computer Science
  • Data Science
  • Education & Teaching
  • Engineering
  • Finance
  • Healthcare
  • Human Resources (HR)
  • Information Technology (IT)
  • Marketing

Career Resources

  • Career Aptitude Test
  • Examples of Strengths and Weaknesses for Job Interviews
  • High-Income Skills to Learn
  • How Does Cryptocurrency Work?
  • How to Highlight Duplicates in Google Sheets
  • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
  • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications
  • Preparing for the PMP Certification
  • Signs You Will Get the Job After an Interview
  • What Is Artificial Intelligence?

Coursera

  • About
  • What We Offer
  • Leadership
  • Careers
  • Catalog
  • Coursera Plus
  • Professional Certificates
  • MasterTrack® Certificates
  • Degrees
  • For Enterprise
  • For Government
  • For Campus
  • Become a Partner
  • Social Impact
  • Free Courses
  • Share your Coursera learning story

Community

  • Learners
  • Partners
  • Beta Testers
  • Blog
  • The Coursera Podcast
  • Tech Blog

More

  • Press
  • Investors
  • Terms
  • Privacy
  • Help
  • Accessibility
  • Contact
  • Articles
  • Directory
  • Affiliates
  • Modern Slavery Statement
  • Do Not Sell/Share
Learn Anywhere
Download on the App Store
Get it on Google Play
Logo of Certified B Corporation
© 2026 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Coursera Facebook
  • Coursera Linkedin
  • Coursera Twitter
  • Coursera YouTube
  • Coursera Instagram
  • Coursera TikTok