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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


  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Cloud Computing Technologies - Master's

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Computing, Amazon Web Services, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Storage, Cloud Technologies, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Development, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Management, Cloud Services, Amazon S3, Cloud Applications, Data Storage, Scalability, Terraform, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Linux Administration

    Build toward a degree

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • R

    Rice University

    Anatomy & Physiology: Exchange and Energy

    Skills you'll gain: Pulmonology, Respiration, Respiratory Therapy, Anatomy, Respiratory Care, Physiology, Pathology, Swallowing Disorders

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    13 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Getting Started with JIRA

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Software Development, Project Management Software, Management Reporting, Release Management, Administration, System Configuration

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    RESTful API Project - Employee Management System Tool

    Skills you'll gain: API Design, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), Application Deployment, Spring Boot, Spring Framework, Object Oriented Design, Back-End Web Development, Data Modeling, Software Architecture, Object-Relational Mapping, System Configuration, Model View Controller, Application Frameworks, Server Side, Web Applications, Data Persistence, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Business Logic

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    13 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Ansible and Ansible-Playbooks for Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Ansible, IT Automation, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Linux Commands, Automation, Debugging, YAML, Scripting, Command-Line Interface, Encryption, Amazon Web Services, Code Reusability, Package and Software Management, Software Installation, Configuration Management, File Management

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • D

    Dubai College of Tourism

    Introduction to Hotel Room Inventory Management

    Skills you'll gain: Revenue Management, Hotels and Accommodations, Hotel Operations, Guest Relations, Hospitality Management, Inventory Control, Inventory Management System, Property Management Systems

    4
    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Beer Quality: Flavor

    Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Sensory Systems Analysis, Chemistry, Process Control, Laboratory Testing, Analytical Chemistry, Analytical Testing, Product Testing, Quantitative Research, Microbiology

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    17 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Create surveys with Qualtrics

    Skills you'll gain: Survey Creation, Customer Retention, Customer Insights, Business Research, Customer Data Management, User Feedback, Customer experience improvement

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    15 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Build a CI/CD Pipeline with Docker: From Code to Deployment

    Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), CI/CD, Cloud Deployment, Application Deployment, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, DevOps, Containerization, Cloud Hosting, Devops Tools, Spring Boot, Continuous Deployment, Amazon Web Services, Continuous Integration

    4
    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • S

    Starweaver

    Manufacturing Systems Analysis: A Comprehensive Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Manufacturing, Lean Methodologies, Lean Six Sigma, Manufacturing Operations, Process Improvement, Process Optimization, Six Sigma Methodology, Production Process, Strategic Planning, Organizational Strategy, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Process Analysis, Manufacturing Processes, Strategic Leadership, Continuous Improvement Process, Performance Metric, Operational Analysis, Organizational Change, Performance Measurement, Operations Research

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Learn Bash Shell Scripting for Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Unix Shell, Scripting, Linux Commands, Scripting Languages, grep, Linux, IT Automation, Unix Commands, Unix, Debugging, Automation, Remote Access Systems, Command-Line Interface, Linux Servers, Development Environment, System Monitoring, Data Structures, Software Installation

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • P

    Packt

    IT Risk Assessment Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Scanning, Business Continuity Planning, Business Continuity, Risk Analysis, Risk Management Framework, Vulnerability Management, Threat Management, Cyber Security Assessment, Cyber Risk, Risk Management, Contingency Planning, Business Risk Management, Risk Mitigation

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Cloud Computing Technologies - Master's: Illinois Tech
  • Anatomy & Physiology: Exchange and Energy: Rice University
  • Getting Started with JIRA: Packt
  • RESTful API Project - Employee Management System Tool: EDUCBA
  • Ansible and Ansible-Playbooks for Automation: Packt
  • Introduction to Hotel Room Inventory Management: Dubai College of Tourism
  • Beer Quality: Flavor: University of California, Davis
  • Create surveys with Qualtrics: Coursera
  • Build a CI/CD Pipeline with Docker: From Code to Deployment: Coursera
  • Manufacturing Systems Analysis: A Comprehensive Guide : Starweaver

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