Discrete optimization courses can help you learn linear programming, integer programming, and combinatorial optimization techniques. You can build skills in problem formulation, algorithm design, and solution analysis. Many courses introduce tools such as MATLAB, Python libraries like PuLP and SciPy, and optimization software like CPLEX, showing how these skills are applied to logistics, resource allocation, and scheduling challenges.

Skills you'll gain: Computer Graphic Techniques
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Performance Tuning, Splunk, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), System Monitoring, Distributed Computing, System Configuration, Systems Administration, Data Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Data Security, Event Monitoring, Scalability, Real Time Data, Authentications
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Derivatives, Engineering Calculations, Advanced Mathematics, Estimation
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: LangChain, LLM Application, Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Application Programming Interface (API), Application Deployment, LangGraph, Cloud-Based Integration, OpenAI, Containerization, CI/CD, Cloud API, Data Integration, Continuous Deployment, Postman API Platform, Artificial Intelligence, Continuous Integration, Amazon Web Services, Authentications, Performance Analysis
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Data Modeling, Estimation, Graphing, Mathematical Modeling, Algebra, Cost Estimation, Mathematical Software, Engineering Calculations, Linear Algebra, Trigonometry, Operations Research, Data Analysis, Derivatives, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Geometry
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Box Plots, Data Science, Histogram, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Applied Machine Learning, Data Cleansing, Scatter Plots, Matplotlib, Scripting, Python Programming, NumPy, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Manipulation, Statistical Inference, Programming Principles, Regression Analysis
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Prompt Engineering, Natural Language Processing, Reinforcement Learning, Performance Tuning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Google Analytics, Web Analytics, Content Performance Analysis, Marketing Analytics, Dashboard, User Accounts
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Six Sigma Methodology, Root Cause Analysis, Process Analysis, Probability Distribution, Process Capability, Statistical Process Controls, Lean Methodologies, Probability & Statistics, Process Improvement, Quality Improvement, Process Mapping, Statistical Analysis, Systems Of Measurement, Data Analysis, Statistics, Risk Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Unilever
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Marketing Automation, Web Analytics, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Analytics, Customer Insights, Digital Marketing, Market Analysis, Google Analytics, Digital Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Customer Analysis, Search Engine Marketing, Advertising Campaigns, Marketing Strategies, Social Media Strategy, Customer experience strategy (CX), Marketing, Online Advertising, Predictive Analytics
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Simplilearn
Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Google Ads, Online Advertising, Search Engine Optimization, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Digital Advertising, Paid media, Campaign Management, Marketing Automation, Advertising Campaigns, Google Analytics, Advertising, Keyword Research, Target Audience, Bidding
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Edureka
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Patterns, Generative AI Agents, Business Process Automation, Make.com, Large Language Modeling, Automation, ChatGPT, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, LLM Application, LangChain, Responsible AI, Workflow Management, OpenAI, Tool Calling, No-Code Development, Multimodal Prompts, Slack (Software), Process Optimization, Application Programming Interface (API), Decision Support Systems
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months