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.

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Responsible AI, Generative AI, DevOps, CI/CD, DevSecOps, Jenkins, Software Documentation, Terraform, Kubernetes, Prompt Engineering, Automation, Innovation, Productivity
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Application Programming Interface (API), OpenAI, Authentications, Large Language Modeling, Key Management, Performance Tuning, Debugging
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Probability & Statistics, AI Personalization, Statistical Software, Statistical Methods, Regression Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Ethics, Unsupervised Learning, Statistical Modeling, Data Visualization, Customer Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Marketing Effectiveness, Anomaly Detection, Advanced Analytics, Bayesian Network, Machine Learning
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics, Data Analysis, Statistical Inference, Regression Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Programming, Statistical Software, R Programming, Markov Model, Probability, Simulations, Probability Distribution
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft 365, Collaborative Software, Productivity Software, Meeting Facilitation, Prompt Engineering, Proposal Development, Calendar Management, Business Correspondence, Microsoft Word
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Amazon Web Services
Skills you'll gain: Network Routing, Network Troubleshooting, Network Performance Management, Network Monitoring, General Networking, Amazon Web Services, Network Planning And Design, Network Architecture, Capacity Management, Performance Tuning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Financial Forecasting, Predictive Modeling, Financial Modeling, Financial Data, Market Data, Predictive Analytics, Financial Analysis, Portfolio Management, Advanced Analytics, Risk Management, Spreadsheet Software, Financial Reporting, Interactive Data Visualization, Analysis, Power BI, Automation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Tencent Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Solution Architecture, Serverless Computing, Systems Architecture, Cloud Services, Network Architecture, Microservices, Middleware, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Scalability, Load Balancing, Performance Tuning, Disaster Recovery
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
Skills you'll gain: Operating Systems, OS Process Management, System Programming, File Systems, Unix Commands, Command-Line Interface, System Monitoring, System Design and Implementation, Performance Tuning, Package and Software Management, File Management, Algorithms, Cloud Platforms, Security Controls, User Accounts, Debugging
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Image Analysis, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Supervised Learning, Network Architecture, Algorithms, Statistical Methods, Performance Tuning, Linear Algebra
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Management, Azure DevOps, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), CI/CD, Microsoft Azure, DevOps, Virtual Machines, Automation, User Provisioning, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), YAML, Process Optimization, System Monitoring, Compliance Training, Git (Version Control System)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

L&T EduTech
Skills you'll gain: Construction Engineering, Geospatial Mapping, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geographic Information Systems, Spatial Data Analysis, Construction, Construction Management, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Spatial Analysis, Global Positioning Systems, GIS Software, As-Built Drawings, Survey Creation, AutoCAD Civil 3D, 3D Modeling, Data Import/Export
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months