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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


  • C

    Cisco Learning and Certifications

    Security Operations Center (SOC)

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Operations, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Threat Management, Threat Detection, Security Management, Cybersecurity, Information Technology Operations, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Attacks, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Controls, Data Analysis Software, Incident Response, Event Monitoring, IT Automation, Incident Management, Automation

    ★ 4.8 (360) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • N

    NVIDIA

    AI Infrastructure and Operations Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Management, Generative AI, AI Orchestration, Cloud Deployment, Infrastructure Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, AI Workflows, Devops Tools, Data Infrastructure, AI literacy, Deep Learning, Information Technology Operations, Machine Learning, Network Infrastructure, Data Centers

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

  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Qualitative Research

    Skills you'll gain: Focus Group, Qualitative Research, Surveys, Discussion Facilitation, Survey Creation, Market Research, Research, Research Reports, Recruitment, Research Methodologies, Interviewing Skills, Recruitment Strategies, Report Writing, Sample Size Determination

    ★ 4.6 (474) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Google

    Technical Support Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Desktop Support, Package and Software Management, Technical Support and Services, Computer Hardware, Technical Support, Software Installation, System Support, Network Support, General Networking, Help Desk Support, Technical Documentation, Hardware Troubleshooting, Software Documentation, Customer Support, End User Training and Support, Computer Networking, Information Technology, Technical Writing, Computer Systems, Linux

    ★ 4.8 (164K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Bestseller
    Bestseller
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Operations Management: Quality and Supply Chain

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Supply Chain, Continuous Improvement Process, Operations, Process Improvement, Supply Chain Planning, Process Improvement and Optimization, Supply Chain Management, Process Analysis, Wholesaling, Quality Management, Lean Manufacturing, Business Technologies, Statistical Process Controls, Process Capability, Statistical Analysis, Sustainable Business, Network Planning And Design, Process Control, Program Management

    ★ 4.6 (1.2K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I
    U
    I

    Multiple educators

    Data Science Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Web Scraping, Pseudocode, Jupyter, Algorithms, Data Literacy, Data Mining, Data Analysis, R (Software), Data Presentation, Correlation Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Predictive Modeling, Python Programming, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Science, Machine Learning, Project Management

    ★ 4.6 (117K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Bestseller
    Bestseller
  • I

    IBM

    Generative AI for IT Systems Analysts and Architects

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Process Modeling, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Business Workflow Analysis, Systems Analysis, AI Workflows, AI literacy, Process Optimization, Miro AI, Systems Architecture, Solution Architecture, Software Architecture, Systems Thinking, Responsible AI, Machine Learning, Project Documentation, Stakeholder Communications, Technical Consulting

    ★ 4.7 (12K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Supervised Machine Learning: Regression and Classification

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Jupyter, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning, Model Training, NumPy, Machine Learning Algorithms, Predictive Modeling, Classification Algorithms, Feature Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Model Evaluation, Data Preprocessing, Python Programming, Logistic Regression, Model Optimization, Regression Analysis, Algorithms

    ★ 4.9 (32K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Top AI Program
    Top AI Program
  • U

    University of Cape Town

    Understanding Clinical Research: Behind the Statistics

    Skills you'll gain: Biostatistics, Statistical Methods, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Literacy, Probability & Statistics, Diagnostic Tests, Clinical Research, Medical Science and Research, Clinical Trials, Statistical Analysis, Science and Research, Quantitative Research, Statistics, Scientific Methods, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Inference, Probability, Epidemiology

    ★ 4.8 (3.7K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    IBM

    IBM & Darden Digital Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Strategic Thinking, Digital Transformation, Business Strategy, Cloud Computing Architecture, Data Wrangling, Competitive Analysis, Cloud Services, Data Presentation, Cloud Deployment, Business Transformation, Responsible AI, Cloud Security, Cloud Technologies, Cloud Infrastructure, Big Data, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Computing, Generative AI, Data Science

    ★ 4.7 (51K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Neural Networks and Deep Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Convolutional Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning Methods, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Python Programming, Model Training, Model Optimization

    ★ 4.9 (124K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Stock Valuation with Dividend Discount Model

    Skills you'll gain: Equities, Business Valuation, Market Data, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Finance, Financial Data

    ★ 4.5 (195) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Security Operations Center (SOC): Cisco Learning and Certifications
  • AI Infrastructure and Operations Fundamentals: NVIDIA
  • Qualitative Research: University of California, Davis
  • Technical Support Fundamentals: Google
  • Operations Management: Quality and Supply Chain: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Data Science Foundations: IBM
  • Generative AI for IT Systems Analysts and Architects: IBM
  • Supervised Machine Learning: Regression and Classification : DeepLearning.AI
  • Understanding Clinical Research: Behind the Statistics: University of Cape Town
  • IBM & Darden Digital Strategy: IBM

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