• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Degrees
​
Log In
Join for Free
  • Browse
  • Optimization

Optimization Courses

Optimization courses can help you learn techniques for improving performance, resource allocation, and decision-making processes. You can build skills in linear programming, heuristic methods, and simulation modeling, that support analyzing complex systems. Many courses introduce tools like Excel Solver, MATLAB, and Python libraries such as SciPy, enabling you to apply optimization methods to real-world problems in logistics, finance, and operations management.


More to explore:

Popular Optimization Courses and Certifications


  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft Python Development

    Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, Data Structures, Git (Version Control System), Generative AI, Version Control, Matplotlib, Devops Tools, Plotly, DevOps, Agile Methodology, Web Development, Data Ethics, Flask (Web Framework), Data Visualization, Scripting, GitHub, Debugging, Data Analysis, Automation, Cloud Computing

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    647 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Preview
    Preview
    E

    EDUCBA

    Develop Silverlight Apps with UI & Data Integration

    Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI), Application Development, Application Deployment, User Interface (UI) Design, Application Design, Development Environment, Software Development Life Cycle, Test Tools, Application Performance Management, Debugging, Application Security, Event-Driven Programming, Web Services, Extensible Markup Language (XML)

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    E

    EDUCBA

    Apply Java Concepts Through a Real-World Case Study

    Skills you'll gain: JUnit, Software Documentation, Application Design, Software Testing, Performance Tuning, Data Persistence

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Preview
    Preview
    C

    Coursera

    RF/Microwave Design - RF Simulation Tools (ADS)

    Skills you'll gain: Telecommunications, Electronics Engineering, Schematic Diagrams, Electrical Engineering, Communication Systems, electromagnetics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations, Verification And Validation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Preview
    Preview
    A

    AI CERTs

    AI for Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Marketing Automation, Cross-Channel Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Email Marketing, Content Marketing, Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Marketing Strategies, Customer Engagement, Responsible AI, AI Enablement, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Social Media Campaigns, Artificial Intelligence, Customer experience improvement, Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, AI Workflows

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    C

    Coursera

    Link Projects Portfolio

    Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Project Portfolio Management, Project Coordination, Resource Allocation, Resource Management, Project Management, Resource Utilization, Dependency Analysis, Scheduling, Operational Efficiency, Process Improvement, Portfolio Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    C

    Coursera

    Schedule Social Content

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Content, Social Media Management, Content Performance Analysis, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Strategy, Performance Analysis, Content Strategy, Content Development and Management, Campaign Management, Calendar Management, Content Creation, Social Impact, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Drive Engagement, Scheduling, Cross-Channel Marketing, Customer Engagement, Brand Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    E

    EDUCBA

    Apply React & React Native Through Real-World Projects

    Skills you'll gain: React Redux, React Native, React.js, Application Development, Scalability, Data Validation, UI Components, Web Applications, Mobile Development, Data Persistence, Business Logic, Application Design, Front-End Web Development, Authentications, User Interface (UI), User Experience Design, Software Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Node.JS

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    E

    EDUCBA

    Apply Advanced PROC SQL Techniques for Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Stored Procedure, SAS (Software), Data Integrity, Data Manipulation, Query Languages, Relational Databases, Data Transformation, Performance Tuning, Debugging, Data Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    P

    Packt

    AI Engineer Professional

    Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Convolutional Neural Networks, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Containerization, AI Workflows, Model Evaluation, Model Deployment, Generative AI Agents, LangGraph, Keras (Neural Network Library), Transfer Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), CrewAI, BeeAI, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Large Language Modeling, Natural Language Processing, Vision Transformer (ViT), Python Programming

    Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    Unilever

    Unilever Digital Marketing Analyst

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Marketing Automation, Web Analytics, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Analytics, Customer Insights, Digital Marketing, Market Analysis, Google Analytics, Social Media Marketing, Customer Analysis, Search Engine Marketing, Advertising Campaigns, Marketing Strategies, Social Media Strategy, Customer experience strategy (CX), Performance Reporting, Search Engine Optimization, Keyword Research, Predictive Analytics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    329 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    C

    Columbia University

    Financial Engineering and Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Derivatives, Financial Market, Securities (Finance), Investment Management, Portfolio Risk, Asset Management, Credit Risk, Mortgage Loans, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Capital Markets, Financial Modeling, Risk Modeling, Regression Analysis, Market Liquidity, Futures Exchange, Risk Management, Equities, Actuarial Science

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    420 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

1…181920…111

In summary, here are 10 of our most popular optimization courses

  • Microsoft Python Development: Microsoft
  • Develop Silverlight Apps with UI & Data Integration: EDUCBA
  • Apply Java Concepts Through a Real-World Case Study: EDUCBA
  • RF/Microwave Design - RF Simulation Tools (ADS): Coursera
  • AI for Marketing: AI CERTs
  • Link Projects Portfolio: Coursera
  • Schedule Social Content: Coursera
  • Apply React & React Native Through Real-World Projects: EDUCBA
  • Apply Advanced PROC SQL Techniques for Data Analysis: EDUCBA
  • AI Engineer Professional: Packt

Skills you can learn in Algorithms

Graphs (22)
Mathematical Optimization (21)
Computer Program (20)
Data Structure (19)
Problem Solving (19)
Algebra (12)
Computer Vision (10)
Discrete Mathematics (10)
Graph Theory (10)
Image Processing (10)
Linear Algebra (10)
Reinforcement Learning (10)

Other topics to explore

Arts and Humanities
338 courses
Business
1095 courses
Computer Science
668 courses
Data Science
425 courses
Information Technology
145 courses
Health
471 courses
Math and Logic
70 courses
Personal Development
137 courses
Physical Science and Engineering
413 courses
Social Sciences
401 courses
Language Learning
150 courses

Coursera Footer

Skills

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data Analytics
  • Digital Marketing
  • English Speaking
  • Generative AI (GenAI)
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Power BI
  • Project Management
  • Python

Certificates & Programs

  • Google Cybersecurity Certificate
  • Google Data Analytics Certificate
  • Google IT Support Certificate
  • Google Project Management Certificate
  • Google UX Design Certificate
  • IBM Data Analyst Certificate
  • IBM Data Science Certificate
  • Machine Learning Certificate
  • Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Certificate
  • UI / UX Design Certificate

Industries & Careers

  • Business
  • Computer Science
  • Data Science
  • Education & Teaching
  • Engineering
  • Finance
  • Healthcare
  • Human Resources (HR)
  • Information Technology (IT)
  • Marketing

Career Resources

  • Career Aptitude Test
  • Examples of Strengths and Weaknesses for Job Interviews
  • High-Income Skills to Learn
  • How Does Cryptocurrency Work?
  • How to Highlight Duplicates in Google Sheets
  • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
  • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications
  • Preparing for the PMP Certification
  • Signs You Will Get the Job After an Interview
  • What Is Artificial Intelligence?

Coursera

  • About
  • What We Offer
  • Leadership
  • Careers
  • Catalog
  • Coursera Plus
  • Professional Certificates
  • MasterTrack® Certificates
  • Degrees
  • For Enterprise
  • For Government
  • For Campus
  • Become a Partner
  • Social Impact
  • Free Courses
  • Share your Coursera learning story

Community

  • Learners
  • Partners
  • Beta Testers
  • Blog
  • The Coursera Podcast
  • Tech Blog

More

  • Press
  • Investors
  • Terms
  • Privacy
  • Help
  • Accessibility
  • Contact
  • Articles
  • Directory
  • Affiliates
  • Modern Slavery Statement
  • Do Not Sell/Share
Learn Anywhere
Download on the App Store
Get it on Google Play
Logo of Certified B Corporation
© 2026 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Coursera Facebook
  • Coursera Linkedin
  • Coursera Twitter
  • Coursera YouTube
  • Coursera Instagram
  • Coursera TikTok