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 Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Supply Chain, Workforce Management, Business Analytics, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Process Optimization, Manufacturing Operations, Operations Management, Workforce Planning, Financial Modeling, Business Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Resource Allocation, Finance, Analytics, Production Planning, Portfolio Management, Investment Management, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Columbia University
Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Actuarial Science, Derivatives, Financial Market, Statistical Methods, Market Data, Financial Modeling, Securities (Finance), Risk Modeling, Financial Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Numerical Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Python Programming, Process Optimization, Probability Distribution, Algorithms, Case Studies
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Portfolio Risk, Case Studies, Business Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Corporate Sustainability, Investment Management, Portfolio Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Environmental Management Systems, Investments, Financial Analysis, Sustainable Business, Governance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Keras (Neural Network Library), Reinforcement Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Unsupervised Learning, Deep Learning, Autoencoders, Tensorflow, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Transfer Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Model Evaluation, Performance Tuning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Content Strategy, Content Marketing, Content Performance Analysis, HubSpot CRM, Marketing Strategies, Web Content, Social Media Content, Paid media, Marketing, Digital Content, Content Creation, Marketing Automation, Marketing Analytics, Newsletters, Marketing Psychology, Digital Marketing, A/B Testing, Customer Relationship Management, UI/UX Strategy
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Performance Tuning, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Computer-Aided Design, Engineering Design Process, Simulation and Simulation Software, System Configuration, Physics
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Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Containerization, Tensorflow, Rust (Programming Language), Microsoft Copilot, DevOps, Hugging Face, Applied Machine Learning, Cloud Solutions, CI/CD, Machine Learning, Serverless Computing, Docker (Software), GitHub, Big Data
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Starweaver
Skills you'll gain: Business Process Modeling, Business Process, Digital Transformation, Business Process Management, Process Design, Business Process Automation, Process Analysis, Business Transformation, Case Studies, Workflow Management, Process Optimization, Quality Improvement, Process Improvement, Lean Methodologies, AI Workflows, AI Enablement, Six Sigma Methodology, Innovation, Automation, Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

ESSEC Business School
Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Customer Analysis, Business Marketing, Business Analytics, Customer Insights, R Programming, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis Software, Target Market, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Customer Relationship Management, Statistical Methods
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Pre-Clinical Development, Drug Interaction, Clinical Trials, Pharmacology, Drug Development, Pharmaceuticals, Patient Safety, Clinical Research, Competitive Intelligence, Safety Standards, Laboratory Testing, Biochemical Assays, Medication Administration, Pharmacotherapy, Pharmaceutical Terminology, Safety Assurance, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Laboratory Research, Chemistry
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Ledgers (Accounting), Prompt Engineering, Tax Planning, Tax Management, Large Language Modeling, LLM Application, Auditing, Portfolio Management, Tax Compliance, Generative AI, Income Tax, Cash Flow Forecasting, Fraud detection, Financial Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Responsible AI, Financial Auditing, Oracle Cloud Applications, Artificial Intelligence, Risk Management
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: CI/CD, C# (Programming Language), Azure DevOps, Load Balancing, Continuous Integration, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Scalability, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Authentications, ASP.NET, Debugging, SQL, Microsoft Copilot, .NET Framework, Relational Databases, Database Management, Graph Theory, Back-End Web Development, Program Development, Data Structures
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months