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Operations Research Courses

Operations Research courses can help you learn optimization techniques, simulation modeling, decision analysis, and linear programming. You can build skills in data analysis, resource allocation, and risk assessment to improve efficiency in various sectors. Many courses introduce tools like Excel Solver, MATLAB, and Python libraries that facilitate complex problem-solving and data visualization, enabling you to apply these skills in practical work such as supply chain management, logistics, and production planning.

Popular Operations Research Courses and Certifications


  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Multi AI Agent Systems with crewAI

    Skills you'll gain: CrewAI, AI Workflows, AI Orchestration, Agentic Workflows, Generative AI Agents, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Agentic systems, Business Process Automation, Memory Management, Tool Calling

    ★ 4.7 (322) · Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Petroleum Engineering with AI Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Oil and Gas, Petroleum Industry, Hazard Analysis, Safety Standards, Environmental Resource Management, Energy and Utilities, Safety Assurance, Safety Training, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Regulations, Environment Health And Safety, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Big Data, Plant Operations and Management, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Data Management, Environmental Issue

    ★ 4.6 (230) · Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • W

    West Virginia University

    Wood Science: Beyond Building

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Economics, Sustainable Design, Environmental Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Supply And Demand, Economic Development, Environmental Science, Product Knowledge, Resource Utilization, Materials science, Climate Change Mitigation, Construction, Structural Analysis

    ★ 4.6 (786) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • R

    Rice University

    Portfolio Selection and Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Risk, Portfolio Management, Investment Management, Risk Modeling, Investments, Financial Market, Risk Management, Finance, Risk Appetite, Return On Investment, Risk Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Statistical Methods, Correlation Analysis, Decision Making, Variance Analysis

    ★ 4.6 (634) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    Network Analysis in Systems Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Unsupervised Learning, Biology, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Processing, Data Integration, Network Model, Life Sciences, Statistical Methods, Open Source Technology, Scientific Visualization, General Science and Research, Cell Biology, Unix Commands, Laboratory Research

    ★ 4.5 (204) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Cape Town

    Climate Change Mitigation in Developing Countries

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Sustainable Development, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Economic Development, Environmental Policy, Environmental Issue, Mitigation, Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Socioeconomics, Mathematical Modeling, Systems Thinking, Research, Innovation, Discussion Facilitation

    ★ 4.7 (596) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    Dynamical Modeling Methods for Systems Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Mathematical Software, Mathematical Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software, Differential Equations, Simulations, Statistical Modeling, Biochemistry, Biology, Cell Biology, Electrical Systems

    ★ 4.7 (223) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University at Buffalo

    Solar Energy and Electrical System Design

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Electrical Wiring, Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, HVAC, Construction Inspection, Electrical Equipment, Engineering Calculations, Architectural Design, Mechanical Design, Systems Analysis, Energy and Utilities, Building Codes, Structural Analysis, Cost Estimation

    ★ 4.7 (732) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • N

    New York University

    Guided Tour of Machine Learning in Finance

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Model Evaluation, Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Artificial Neural Networks, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Model Training, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Regression Analysis, Deep Learning, Tensorflow, Logistic Regression, Jupyter, Reinforcement Learning

    ★ 3.8 (681) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Universidad Austral

    Diseño de Experiencia en Servicios

    Skills you'll gain: Service Design, Customer experience improvement, User Research, Customer experience strategy (CX), Experience Design, Program Implementation, Service Management, Service Improvement, Customer Engagement, Expectation Management, Customer Insights, Consumer Behaviour, Business Relationship Management

    ★ 4.8 (772) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Confronting Gender Based Violence: Global Lessons for Healthcare Workers

    Skills you'll gain: Health Care, Clinical Assessment, Trauma Care, Psychosocial Assessments, Crisis Intervention, Health Disparities, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Equity, Patient-centered Care, Clinical Research Ethics, Community Health, Child Health, Healthcare Ethics, Health Technology, Cultural Diversity, Health Policy, Medical Privacy, Safety and Security

    ★ 4.8 (279) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Effective Engagement of Civil Society in Development

    Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Sustainable Development, Social Impact, Advocacy, Stakeholder Engagement, Public Policies, International Relations, Governance, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Policy Development, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Public Affairs, Strategic Partnership, Organizational Effectiveness, Relationship Building, Program Evaluation, Accountability, Accountability Frameworks, Coordination

    ★ 4.7 (618) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular operations research courses

  • Multi AI Agent Systems with crewAI: DeepLearning.AI
  • Petroleum Engineering with AI Applications: L&T EduTech
  • Wood Science: Beyond Building: West Virginia University
  • Portfolio Selection and Risk Management: Rice University
  • Network Analysis in Systems Biology: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
  • Climate Change Mitigation in Developing Countries: University of Cape Town
  • Dynamical Modeling Methods for Systems Biology: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
  • Solar Energy and Electrical System Design: University at Buffalo
  • Guided Tour of Machine Learning in Finance: New York University
  • Diseño de Experiencia en Servicios: Universidad Austral

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