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.

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Performance Tuning, Database Management, Star Schema, Dashboard, Data Management, Cloud Storage, Data Storage
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: SQL, Query Languages, Database Design, Performance Tuning, Database Management, Database Development, Databases, PostgreSQL, Data Access
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Dartmouth College
Skills you'll gain: Simulation and Simulation Software, Digital Transformation, Systems Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Operations Research, Predictive Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Verification And Validation, Process Optimization, Data Integration, Risk Management, Python Programming, Event-Driven Programming, Probability & Statistics, Performance Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Scalability, Virtual Machines, Kubernetes, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Management, Load Balancing, Capacity Management, Network Architecture
Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Data Validation, Data Cleansing, Alteryx, Data Quality, Microsoft Excel, Data Integrity, Data Integration, Data Import/Export, Test Tools, Relational Databases
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Real Time Data, Application Development, .NET Framework, Performance Tuning, Secure Coding, C# (Programming Language), System Programming, Application Performance Management, Microsoft Visual Studio, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Scheduling, Project Schedules, Project Controls, Timelines, Project Management Software, Work Breakdown Structure, Management Reporting, Performance Reporting, Process Improvement and Optimization, Dashboard, Resource Management, Administration, User Accounts
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Google Ads, Search Engine Optimization, Digital Marketing, Keyword Research, Target Audience, Search Engine Marketing, Pay Per Click Advertising, Marketing, Web Analytics and SEO, Marketing Strategies, Advertising, Customer Engagement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Generative AI, Cloud Management, Microsoft Azure, Responsible AI, Cloud Computing Architecture, OpenAI, Business Process Automation, Cloud Security, Scalability, DevOps, Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Performance Tuning, Anomaly Detection
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Cloud Storage, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Management, Data Lakes, Data Import/Export, Data Storage, Data Storage Technologies, Data Migration
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Web Development Tools, React.js, JavaScript Frameworks, Front-End Web Development, HTML and CSS, Performance Tuning, Web Development, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Microsoft Visual Studio
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
Stanford University
Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Calculus, Deductive Reasoning, Logical Reasoning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months