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: Simulations, Resource Management, Call Center Experience, Process Management, Workflow Management, Data Analysis, Process Analysis, Plot (Graphics), R Programming, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), React.js, Version Control, Web Development Tools, GitHub, Debugging, Software Development Tools, Node.JS, Development Environment, Software Testing, Continuous Integration, Unit Testing, Maintainability, Application Development, Server Side, UI Components, Javascript, Secure Coding, Performance Tuning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Applicant Tracking Systems, Responsible AI, Google Gemini, Talent Acquisition, Recruitment, Generative AI, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, ChatGPT, Business Process Automation, Automation, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Unix Shell, Shell Script, Bash (Scripting Language), Unix Commands, Command-Line Interface, Unix, Network Protocols, Network Troubleshooting, Scripting, TCP/IP, Linux, OS Process Management, File Management, Scripting Languages, Linux Commands, General Networking, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Network Administration, File Systems, Linux Administration
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Power BI, Statistical Reporting, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard, Pivot Tables And Charts, Microsoft Excel, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Data Manipulation, Business Intelligence, Cloud Services, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Data Integration, Security Controls, Data Cleansing, Software Installation
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Distributed Computing, Scalability, Database Design, Database Management Systems, Database Systems, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Management, Databases, Relational Databases, SQL, Query Languages, Performance Tuning, Data Integrity
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Cash Flow Forecasting, Responsible AI, Accounts Payable, Financial Forecasting, Cash Flows, Risk Management, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Accounting and Finance Software, No-Code Development, Financial Data, Business Process Automation, Forecasting, Accounts Receivable, Workflow Management, Regulatory Compliance, Compliance Training, International Financial Reporting Standards, ChatGPT, Automation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: PHP (Scripting Language), Model View Controller, Restful API, Web Development, Object-Relational Mapping, Web Applications, Full-Stack Web Development, Development Environment, Software Testing, Back-End Web Development, Application Frameworks, Database Management, Application Security, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Package and Software Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Linear Algebra, NumPy, Scientific Visualization, Machine Learning Algorithms, Pandas (Python Package), Seaborn, Data Science, Machine Learning, Data Analysis, Supervised Learning, Python Programming, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Jupyter, Data Manipulation, Regression Analysis, Data Structures, Software Installation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Pearson
Skills you'll gain: Scope Management, Project Schedules, Project Scoping, Scheduling, Requirements Management, Resource Allocation, Project Planning, Sprint Planning, Project Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Agile Methodology, Project Estimation, Agile Project Management, Change Control, Dependency Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

LearnKartS
Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Containerization, Cloud-Native Computing, CI/CD, Application Deployment, DevOps, Ubuntu, Linux Administration, Software Configuration Management, Software Installation, OS Process Management, Command-Line Interface
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Generative Model Architectures, Generative AI, Site Reliability Engineering, Scalability, Application Design, Cloud Computing Architecture, Systems Architecture, Cloud Applications, Load Balancing, Cloud Platforms, Application Deployment, Distributed Computing, Enterprise Architecture, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Software Architecture, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Containerization, Responsible AI, Continuous Monitoring, Security Engineering
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months