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.

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Correlation Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Text Mining, Statistical Analysis, Probability Distribution, Data Analysis, Network Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Feature Engineering, Data Structures, Unstructured Data, Data Cleansing, Data Preprocessing, Natural Language Processing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Routing Protocols, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Troubleshooting, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Network Engineering, Network Routing, Border Gateway Protocol, TCP/IP, Multiprotocol Label Switching, Network Administration, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Network Performance Management, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Authentications, Authorization (Computing)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Authorization (Computing), Authentications, Azure DevOps, DevSecOps, Security Controls, Performance Tuning, Identity and Access Management, Microsoft Azure, System Monitoring, DevOps, Continuous Monitoring, Personally Identifiable Information, Application Performance Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Performance Tuning, Software Development Tools, Code Review, AI Workflows, Generative AI, Software Engineering, Software Technical Review, Application Security, Software Development, DevSecOps, Secure Coding, Prompt Engineering, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), AI Personalization, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Debugging, Software Development Life Cycle, Automation, Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Unreal Engine, Computer Graphics, Computer Graphic Techniques, Animation and Game Design, Graphical Tools, Virtual Environment, Data Import/Export, Image Quality, Performance Tuning, Content Management
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: React Native, Mobile Development, Responsive Web Design, Cross Platform Development, UI Components, Application Development, Data Storage Technologies, Development Environment, Javascript, Data Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Fractal Analytics
Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Generative AI, Data Preprocessing, Transfer Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Image Quality
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Politecnico di Milano
Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Calculus, Derivatives, Mathematical Software, Advanced Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Mathematics Education, Machine Learning Algorithms, Algebra, Geometry, Mathematical Theory & Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Khalifa University
Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, Feature Engineering, Responsible AI, Data Preprocessing, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Leadership, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Ethics, Business Analytics, Natural Language Processing, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Predictive Analytics, Advanced Analytics, Governance, Data Governance, Systems Integration, Business Ethics, Workflow Management, Applied Machine Learning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Rust (Programming Language), Data Structures, Package and Software Management, Maintainability, Algorithms, Software Testing, Unit Testing, Software Design Patterns, Development Testing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Pay Per Click Advertising, Marketing Analytics, Search Engine Optimization, Analytics, Big Data, Google Analytics, Digital Marketing, Search Engine Marketing, Web Analytics, Digital Advertising, Marketing Effectiveness, A/B Testing, MarTech, Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Deep Learning, Customer experience improvement
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Unreal Engine, Computer Graphics, Graphical Tools, Image Quality, Performance Tuning, Content Management, Data Import/Export
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months