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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


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    Politecnico di Milano

    Being a researcher (in Information Science and Technology)

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Scientific Methods, Data Ethics, Data Sharing, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Informed Consent, Innovation, Intellectual Property, Data Integrity, Technical Writing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Finance & Quantitative Modeling for Analysts

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Reporting, Return On Investment, Financial Acumen, Financial Data, Capital Budgeting, Financial Statements, Business Modeling, Mathematical Modeling, Finance, Regression Analysis, Financial Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Income Statement, Risk Analysis, Financial Analysis, Spreadsheet Software, Capital Expenditure, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Corporate Finance

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Duke University

    Medical Neuroscience

    Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Physiology, Anatomy, Cell Biology, Psychology, Pathology, Molecular Biology

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    Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google

    Soporte de Tecnologías de la Información de Google

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security, IT Infrastructure, Operating System Administration, Network Security, Computer Networking, Desktop Support, Systems Administration, Network Troubleshooting, Remote Access Systems, Application Security, OSI Models, Package and Software Management, Disaster Recovery, Cybersecurity, User Accounts, File Systems, TCP/IP, Computer Hardware, Technical Support, Software Installation

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    American Psychological Association

    Methods for Quantitative Research in Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Quantitative Research, Scientific Methods, Research Design, Surveys, Research, Research and Design, Qualitative Research, Correlation Analysis, Data Collection, Data Analysis, Psychology, Sampling (Statistics)

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Introduction to Finance and Accounting

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Return On Investment, Accrual Accounting, Financial Accounting, Capital Budgeting, Financial Reporting, Accounting, Finance, Inventory Accounting, Financial Analysis, Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Portfolio Management, Capital Expenditure, Equities, Cash Flows, Corporate Finance, Forecasting, Cash Flow Forecasting

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Database Design and Operational Business Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Decision Support Systems, Data Warehousing, Data Mining, Database Design, Business Intelligence, Dashboard, Star Schema, Relational Databases, Database Management, Data Visualization Software, Snowflake Schema, Data Visualization, Business Reporting, Database Management Systems, SAS (Software), Data Modeling, Interactive Data Visualization, SQL, Descriptive Statistics

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Approximation Algorithms and Linear Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Linear Algebra, Combinatorics, Computational Thinking, Mathematical Modeling, Theoretical Computer Science, Python Programming

    Build toward a degree

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Fundamentals of Scientific Research Under Uncertainty

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Research, General Science and Research, Critical Thinking, Probability, Research Design, Probability & Statistics, Bayesian Statistics, Research Methodologies, Experimentation, Investigation, Statistical Methods

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Electric Industry Operations and Markets

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Energy and Utilities, Basic Electrical Systems, Market Dynamics, Operating Cost, Plant Operations and Management, Operational Efficiency, Environmental Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Dispatching, Capacity Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Automate, Validate, and Promote ML Models Safely

    Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Responsible AI, CI/CD, Model Deployment, Continuous Integration, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Deployment, Cloud Platforms, Model Evaluation, Automation, Data Governance, Data Pipelines, Performance Tuning, Continuous Monitoring, Performance Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Foundations of Health Equity Research

    Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Health Disparities, Social Determinants Of Health, Public Health, Health Policy, Community Health, Patient-centered Care, Health Promotion, Epidemiology, Community Outreach, Health Systems, Research Design, Research, Cultural Responsiveness, Media and Communications

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Being a researcher (in Information Science and Technology): Politecnico di Milano
  • Finance & Quantitative Modeling for Analysts: University of Pennsylvania
  • Medical Neuroscience: Duke University
  • Soporte de Tecnologías de la Información de Google: Google
  • Methods for Quantitative Research in Psychology: American Psychological Association
  • Introduction to Finance and Accounting: University of Pennsylvania
  • Database Design and Operational Business Intelligence: University of California, Irvine
  • Approximation Algorithms and Linear Programming : University of Colorado Boulder
  • Fundamentals of Scientific Research Under Uncertainty: Johns Hopkins University
  • Electric Industry Operations and Markets: Duke University

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