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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


  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    ESG Impact: Investor Perspective

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Business, Investments, Portfolio Risk, Equities, Investment Management, Return On Investment, Social Impact, Portfolio Management, Sustainability Reporting, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Issue, Stakeholder Analysis, Market Trend, Risk Analysis, Performance Measurement, Climate Change Mitigation, Corporate Finance, Correlation Analysis

    ★ 4.7 (240) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • É

    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Transmission electron microscopy for materials science

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Analytical Testing, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, electromagnetics, Laboratory Research, Scientific Visualization, Laboratory Equipment, Chemistry, Physics, Applied Mathematics

    ★ 4.6 (125) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    China’s Economic Transformation Part 1: Economic Reform and Growth in China

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Economic Development, International Finance, World History, Fiscal Management, Economics, Financial Systems, Tax, Socioeconomics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Governance, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Payment Systems, Banking, Growth Strategies, Resource Allocation

    ★ 4.8 (204) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Arm

    Introduction to Microprocessors

    Skills you'll gain: Microarchitecture, Computer Architecture, Computer Hardware, System Programming, Data Storage, Memory Management, Performance Tuning, Computational Logic, Computer Programming, C (Programming Language), Program Development, C# (Programming Language)

    ★ 4.7 (80) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Virginia

    Pricing Strategy in Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Market Dynamics, Revenue Management, Presentations, Consumer Behaviour, Customer Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Market Research, Business Strategy, Market Analysis, Case Studies, Market Share, B2B Sales

    ★ 4.7 (171) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Codio

    Intro to Operating Systems 2: Memory Management

    Skills you'll gain: Memory Management, Operating Systems, C (Programming Language), C and C++, Performance Tuning, System Programming, System Software, Unix, Hardware Architecture

    ★ 4.7 (66) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Sustainability of Social-Ecological Systems: the Nexus between Water, Energy and Food

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Sustainable Systems, Data Literacy, Systems Thinking, Case Studies, Water Sustainability, Sustainable Development, Water Resources, Quantitative Research, Environmental Issue, Water Resource Management, Energy and Utilities, Environment, Social Impact, Analysis, Policy Analysis, Environment and Resource Management, Dependency Analysis

    ★ 4.5 (108) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Ciudades en crisis y nuevas políticas urbanas

    Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Innovation, Community Organizing, Social Justice, Social Studies, Socioeconomics, Public Policies, Social Sciences, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Social Impact, Policy Analysis, Public Affairs, Policy Development, Digital Transformation, Governance, Technology Strategies, Emerging Technologies

    ★ 4.7 (245) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana

    Iniciándome en la Química

    Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Physical Science, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Taxonomy

    ★ 4.4 (70) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Universidad de Chile

    ¿Cómo (nos) cambia la Tecnología?

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Culture, Economic Development, Sociology, Social Sciences, Liberal Arts, Socioeconomics, Cultural Diversity, Research, digital literacy, Political Sciences, Media and Communications, World History, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    ★ 4.6 (181) · Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • D

    Duke University

    Cash Flow Management

    Skills you'll gain: Return On Investment, Accounts Receivable, Cash Flows, Accounts Payable and Receivable, Inventory Control, Financial Analysis, Cash Management, Accounts Payable, Working Capital, Business Metrics, Financial Acumen, Financial Data, Financial Statements, Performance Measurement, Capital Expenditure, Operational Efficiency, Strategic Decision-Making

    ★ 4.8 (88) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    #talkmentalillness

    Skills you'll gain: Community Mental Health Services, Mental Health, Mental Health Therapies, Health Disparities, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Cultural Responsiveness, Culture, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychology, Health Equity, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cultural Diversity, Behavioral Health, Cultural Sensitivity, Substance Abuse, Research

    ★ 4.5 (53) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • ESG Impact: Investor Perspective: University of Pennsylvania
  • Transmission electron microscopy for materials science: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • China’s Economic Transformation Part 1: Economic Reform and Growth in China: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Introduction to Microprocessors: Arm
  • Pricing Strategy in Practice: University of Virginia
  • Intro to Operating Systems 2: Memory Management: Codio
  • Sustainability of Social-Ecological Systems: the Nexus between Water, Energy and Food: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Ciudades en crisis y nuevas políticas urbanas: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Iniciándome en la Química: Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana
  • ¿Cómo (nos) cambia la Tecnología?: Universidad de Chile

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