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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


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    University of Pennsylvania

    Operations Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Analytics, Business Analytics, Operations Research, Analytics, Predictive Analytics, Operational Analysis, Business Operations, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, Operations Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Demand Planning, Forecasting, Simulation and Simulation Software, Business Modeling, Inventory and Warehousing, Process Optimization, Risk Analysis, Supply Chain Planning, Decision Making

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Alex Genadinik

    How I Got 50+ Podcast Appearances Using RadioGuestList

    Skills you'll gain: Podcasting, Search Engine Optimization, Brand Awareness, Sales Prospecting, Web Analytics and SEO, Media Relations, Public Relations, Promotional Strategies, Lead Generation

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    IBM Systems Analyst

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Process Mapping, Process Analysis, Business Analysis, Data Presentation, Business Process Improvement, Interactive Data Visualization, Feasibility Studies, Data Visualization, Systems Analysis, Stakeholder Analysis, Process Optimization, Requirements Management, Systems Design, Communication Planning, Test Planning, Information Technology, Business Process Modeling, Database Management, Agile Methodology

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Alex Genadinik

    YouTube Marketing 2026: YouTube SEO & Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Video Production, Marketing Strategies, Content Creation, Paid media, Content Strategy, Advertising Campaigns, Brand Marketing, Live Streaming

    Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Analyze & Optimize Your AI Visibility KPIs

    Skills you'll gain: Variance Analysis, Dashboard, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Power BI, Performance Analysis, Performance Measurement, Web Analytics and SEO, Performance Reporting, Google Analytics, Performance Metric, Business Metrics, Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Business Intelligence, Trend Analysis, AI Enablement, Search Engine Optimization, Management Reporting, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Integration

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    CertNexus

    AIBIZ (Exam AIZ-210)

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, AI Enablement, AI Product Strategy, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Business Requirements, Responsible AI, AI Security, Data Ethics, Process Improvement, Process Improvement and Optimization, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Cloud Computing, Process Optimization, User Experience, Customer Service, Big Data, Data Security, Operational Efficiency, Marketing, Data Quality

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Alex Genadinik

    Amazon Ecommerce Marketing And Sales: Amazon SEO, Ads

    Skills you'll gain: Selling Techniques, Sales Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Product Promotion, Advertising Campaigns, Advertising, Digital Advertising, Product Strategy, Keyword Research, Product Marketing, Copywriting, Competitive Analysis, Customer Engagement

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    AI for Brand Visibility

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Generative AI Agents, Marketing Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Marketing Materials, Brand Awareness, Marketing, Advertising Campaigns, Branding, Search Engine Optimization, Marketing Analytics, AI Workflows, Large Language Modeling

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Make the Sale: Build, Launch, and Manage E-commerce Stores

    Skills you'll gain: Order Fulfillment, Online Advertising, E-Commerce, Google Ads, Digital Advertising, Customer experience improvement, Market Research, Advertising Campaigns, Sales, Shipping and Receiving, Market Trend, Process Optimization, Target Audience

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Alex Genadinik

    Online Reputation Management For Personal Brand Or Business

    Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Professional Networking, Brand Strategy, Social Media, Content Creation, Brand Management

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Advanced Business Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data Governance, Predictive Modeling, Data Management, Predictive Analytics, Business Analytics, Logistic Regression, Analytics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Quality, Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Risk Analysis, Business Intelligence, Data Modeling, Data Visualization, Decision Making, Data Cleansing, SQL

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Alex Genadinik

    50-Point Website SEO Audit

    Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Keyword Research, Web Analytics, Auditing, Content Strategy, WordPress, HTML and CSS, Content Management, Performance Improvement

    Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Operations Analytics: University of Pennsylvania
  • How I Got 50+ Podcast Appearances Using RadioGuestList: Alex Genadinik
  • IBM Systems Analyst: IBM
  • YouTube Marketing 2026: YouTube SEO & Algorithms: Alex Genadinik
  • Analyze & Optimize Your AI Visibility KPIs: Coursera
  • AIBIZ (Exam AIZ-210): CertNexus
  • Amazon Ecommerce Marketing And Sales: Amazon SEO, Ads: Alex Genadinik
  • AI for Brand Visibility: Coursera
  • Make the Sale: Build, Launch, and Manage E-commerce Stores: Google
  • Online Reputation Management For Personal Brand Or Business: Alex Genadinik

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Image Processing (10)
Linear Algebra (10)
Reinforcement Learning (10)

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