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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


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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Sustainable Business Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Stakeholder Engagement, Sustainability Reporting, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Supply Management, Sustainability Standards, Procurement, Business Operations, Strategic Communication, Communication Strategies, Water Sustainability, Employee Engagement, Operational Efficiency, Supply Chain Management, Resource Utilization, Innovation, Waste Minimization, Systems Thinking, Culture

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    Lund University

    1.5° Lifestyles: Mainstreaming Everyday Sustainability

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Business, Social Impact, Climate Change Mitigation, Systems Thinking, Consumer Behaviour, Sustainability Standards, Education and Training, Community Development, Economics, Environmental Policy, Critical Thinking

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    H2O.ai

    Large Language Models

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Model Evaluation, Collaborative Software, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative AI, LLM Application, Data Preprocessing, Prompt Engineering, Generative Model Architectures, Training Programs, Data Validation, Data Cleansing, Natural Language Processing, Applied Machine Learning, Transfer Learning, Verification And Validation, Data Quality, AI Workflows

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    L&T EduTech

    Planning of Metro Rail Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, Building Services Engineering, Electrical Systems, Public Works, Transportation Operations, Building Information Modeling, Construction Management, Architecture and Construction, Structural Engineering, Contract Management, Quality Assurance, Planning, Emerging Technologies, Safety and Security

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École Polytechnique

    Vers l'infiniment grand - Voyages de l'infiniment grand à l'infiniment petit

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Global Positioning Systems, Physical Science, electromagnetics, General Science and Research, Mechanics, Technology Solutions, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Simulations

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Marketing Analytics: Data Predictions and Dashboards

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Dashboard, Data Visualization, Predictive Modeling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Storytelling, Marketing Strategies, Business Analytics, Marketing, Data Visualization Software, Analytics, Customer Insights, Market Data, Market Research, Data Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Dassault Systèmes

    Explore the 3DSwymer Role

    Skills you'll gain: Team Building

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Social Media as a Marketing Tool in Business Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Content, Marketing Communications, Target Audience, Media Strategy, Digital Media Strategy, Brand Strategy, Brand Management, Strategic Communication, Marketing Planning, Paid media, Content Strategy, Customer Insights, Shared Media, Content Performance Analysis, Persuasive Communication, Content Creation

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Supervised Text Classification for Marketing Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Deep Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning, Tensorflow, Transfer Learning, Text Mining, Model Evaluation, Predictive Modeling, Data Manipulation, Marketing Analytics, Python Programming, Feature Engineering, Google Cloud Platform, Classification Algorithms, Artificial Neural Networks, Performance Metric

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Lund University

    Urban Climate Governance: Towards 1.5° Celsius Alignment

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Climate Change Adaptation, Environment, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Sustainable Development, Energy and Utilities, Sustainable Architecture, Scientific Methods, Sustainable Technologies, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Transportation Operations, Environmental Policy, Governance

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    REST Assured Java - Testing Employee Database

    Skills you'll gain: JSON, API Testing, Restful API, Software Quality Assurance, Software Engineering, Test Script Development, Java, Data Mapping, Software Testing, Test Case

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Whizlabs

    Power Automate: Building and Managing Automated Workflows

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Microsoft Power Platform, Workflow Management, Process Analysis, Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Azure, Process Mapping, AI Workflows, Business Process Automation, Process Optimization, Automation, Application Lifecycle Management, Document Management, Event-Driven Programming

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Sustainable Business Practices: University of Colorado Boulder
  • 1.5° Lifestyles: Mainstreaming Everyday Sustainability: Lund University
  • Large Language Models: H2O.ai
  • Planning of Metro Rail Systems: L&T EduTech
  • Vers l'infiniment grand - Voyages de l'infiniment grand à l'infiniment petit: École Polytechnique
  • Marketing Analytics: Data Predictions and Dashboards: Coursera
  • Explore the 3DSwymer Role: Dassault Systèmes
  • Social Media as a Marketing Tool in Business Communication: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Supervised Text Classification for Marketing Analytics: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Urban Climate Governance: Towards 1.5° Celsius Alignment: Lund University

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