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.

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Analytics, Business Intelligence, Analytics, Data Literacy, Decision Making, Forecasting, Data Science, Operational Analysis, Data Analysis, Market Intelligence, Predictive Analytics, Artificial Intelligence
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Starweaver
Skills you'll gain: Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing and Production, Production Process, Production Management, Quality Management, Sustainable Business, Emerging Technologies, Sustainable Technologies, Strategic Leadership, Operational Efficiency, Product Quality (QA/QC), Process Optimization, Internet Of Things, Data-Driven Decision-Making, 3D Assets, Automation, Digital Transformation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Benchmarking, Search Engine Optimization, Content Performance Analysis, Keyword Research, Marketing Analytics, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Performance Analysis, Web Analytics and SEO, Performance Measurement, Content Strategy, Performance Improvement, Driving engagement, Trend Analysis, Customer Insights
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Network Protocols, Network Performance Management, Network Monitoring, Network Troubleshooting, Threat Detection, Network Analysis, TCP/IP, Web Servers, Network Security
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: R Programming, Statistical Programming, Statistical Analysis, Debugging, Data Analysis, Simulations, Integrated Development Environments, Data Import/Export, Data Structures, Data Manipulation, Computer Programming, Performance Tuning, Software Installation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Sungkyunkwan University
Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Investment Management, Performance Analysis, R Programming, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Risk Analysis, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Statistical Programming, Equities, Regression Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Employee Engagement, Drive Engagement, AI Personalization, Generative AI Agents, Employee Surveys, Human Resource Strategy, Employee Retention, Real Time Data, Human Resources, Case Studies, Analysis, Continuous Improvement Process
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, OS Process Management, Software Design Patterns, Performance Tuning, Algorithms
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Technical Communication, Pseudocode, Computational Thinking, Solution Design, Programming Principles, Software Design, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Structures, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Inside Sales, Generative AI Agents, AI Personalization, Email Automation, Sales Development, Sales Process, Sales Enablement, Sales Strategy, Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Anthropic Claude, Driving engagement, HubSpot CRM, Personalized Service, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Automation, Analytics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Workflow Management, AI Product Strategy, Team Management, Generative AI Agents, Productivity Software, Business Process Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, LLM Application, Agentic systems, Solution Design, Decision Making, Process Improvement, Performance Improvement, Customer Service, System Design and Implementation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Social Media Campaigns, Drive Engagement, Video Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Workflow Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks