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Operations Research Courses

Operations Research courses can help you learn optimization techniques, simulation modeling, decision analysis, and linear programming. You can build skills in data analysis, resource allocation, and risk assessment to improve efficiency in various sectors. Many courses introduce tools like Excel Solver, MATLAB, and Python libraries that facilitate complex problem-solving and data visualization, enabling you to apply these skills in practical work such as supply chain management, logistics, and production planning.


Popular Operations Research Courses and Certifications


  • I

    IBM

    Generative AI for Mobile App Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Data Ethics, Generative AI Agents, AI Personalization, Mobile Development, AI powered creativity, Software Design Documents, Software Design, Prompt Engineering Tools, Anthropic Claude, Mobile Development Tools, LLM Application, AI literacy, iOS Development, Machine Learning Software, Software Development

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    12K reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    IBM

    Generative AI for Customer Support

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Generative AI Agents, Standard Operating Procedure, Customer Support, Client Support, AI literacy, Product Support, Procedure Development, AI Personalization, Customer Analysis, Personalized Service, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Integrations, Customer experience improvement, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR)

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Delivery Problem

    Skills you'll gain: Combinatorics, Theoretical Computer Science, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Applied Mathematics, Python Programming, Program Development, Mathematical Modeling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    376 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Supply Chain Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain Planning, Demand Planning, Customer Demand Planning, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Capacity Planning, Materials Management, Forecasting, Material Requirements Planning, Performance Measurement, Microsoft Excel, Communication Planning, Excel Formulas, Performance Metric, Capacity Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistical Methods, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Data Analysis, Meeting Facilitation

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    335 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Business Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: People Analytics, Descriptive Analytics, Data-Driven Marketing, Financial Statement Analysis, Business Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Customer Analysis, Financial Statements, Human Resource Strategy, Financial Analysis, Marketing Analytics, Human Resources Management and Planning, Analytics, Operational Efficiency, Predictive Analytics, Customer Insights, Financial Data, Operational Analysis, Peer Review, People Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    18K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    IBM

    IBM DevOps, Cloud, and Agile Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Cloud Computing Architecture, Agile Software Development, Cloud Services, Scrum (Software Development), Cloud Deployment, Agile Methodology, Kanban Principles, DevOps, Backlogs, Cloud Security, Cloud Technologies, Cloud Infrastructure, Sprint Retrospectives, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Computing, Cloud-Native Computing, Devops Tools, Continuous Integration, CI/CD

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    14K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    IBM

    Generative AI for Sales Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Sales Development, Sales Strategy, Sales Presentation, Sales Enablement, Sales Training, Sales Pipelines, Sales Management, Personalized Campaigns, AI literacy, Lead Generation, Sales Prospecting, LinkedIn, B2B Sales, AI Personalization, Marketing Collateral

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google

    Play It Safe: Manage Security Risks

    Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Threat Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Risk, Risk Management Framework, Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Incident Response, Vulnerability Management, Risk Mitigation, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Controls, Computer Security, Risk Analysis, Threat Detection, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Event Monitoring, Auditing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Prompt Engineering for Law

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI Agents, Legal Technology, Generative AI, LLM Application, AI literacy, OpenAI, OpenAI API, Expense Management, AI Personalization, AI Enablement, AI powered creativity, Artificial Intelligence, Expense Reports, Large Language Modeling, Data Ethics, Responsible AI

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    8.5K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Leading People and Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Talent Management, Goal Setting, Team Building, Teamwork, Team Management, Talent Pipelining, Influencing, Team Motivation, Visionary, Team Leadership, People Development, Performance Appraisal, Management Training And Development, Team Performance Management, Motivational Skills, Smart Goals, Interviewing Skills, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Leadership Development

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • T

    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Advanced Modeling for Discrete Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Model Optimization, Debugging, Mathematical Modeling, Operations Research, Model Evaluation, Applied Mathematics, Combinatorics, Computational Logic, Code Reusability, Algorithms

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    142 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Improving Deep Neural Networks: Hyperparameter Tuning, Regularization and Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Model Optimization, Tensorflow, Model Training, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Performance Tuning, Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Neural Networks, Model Evaluation, Applied Machine Learning, Verification And Validation, Debugging

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    64K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular operations research courses

  • Generative AI for Mobile App Developers: IBM
  • Generative AI for Customer Support: IBM
  • Delivery Problem: University of California San Diego
  • Supply Chain Planning: University of California, Irvine
  • Business Analytics: University of Pennsylvania
  • IBM DevOps, Cloud, and Agile Foundations: IBM
  • Generative AI for Sales Professionals: IBM
  • Play It Safe: Manage Security Risks: Google
  • Prompt Engineering for Law: Vanderbilt University
  • Leading People and Teams: University of Michigan

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