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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.


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    Johns Hopkins University

    Measurement – Turning Concepts into Data

    Skills you'll gain: Survey Creation, Sampling (Statistics), Quantitative Research, Research Methodologies, Data Analysis, Data Quality, Research Design, Model Evaluation, Data Transformation, Statistical Analysis, Data Modeling, Statistical Methods

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    University of Rochester

    The Power of Markets III: Input Markets and Promoting Efficiency

    Skills you'll gain: Market Dynamics, Supply And Demand, Economics, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Price Negotiation, Public Policies, Market Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Strategic Thinking

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    Board Infinity

    ABAP RESTful Programming Model (RAP) and Extensions

    Skills you'll gain: ABAP RESTful Programming Model (RAP), SAP S/4HANA, Business Logic, Unit Testing, Restful API, Application Deployment, Full-Stack Web Development, Application Development, Software Architecture, UI Components, Data Modeling, Database Development, Development Environment, Data Validation

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    Edureka

    Business Intelligence with Databricks

    Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Management, Database Development

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Technology Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurial Finance, Business Planning, Design Thinking, Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Target Market, Persona Development, Systems Thinking, Value Propositions, New Product Development, Technical Management, Financial Statements, Growth Strategies, Business Ethics, Market Opportunities, Intellectual Property, Gap Analysis, Financial Modeling, Engineering Management, Engineering

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Probability and Statistics

    Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Data Visualization, Predictive Modeling, Applied Mathematics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Understanding China, 1700-2000: A Data Analytic Approach, Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Big Data, Sociology, Demography, Socioeconomics, Anthropology, Economics, Data Analysis, Analytics, Cultural Diversity, World History, Quantitative Research

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    University of Michigan

    Rocket Science 101

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Environmental Monitoring, Global Positioning Systems, Engineering, Physics, Environment, Physical Science, Climate Change Programs, Trigonometry, Geographic Information Systems, Research, Scientific Methods, Manufacturing and Production, Calculus, World History, Chemical Engineering, International Relations, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Political Sciences, Emerging Technologies

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    Universidad de Palermo

    Matemática Preuniversitaria

    Skills you'll gain: Algebra, Arithmetic, Mathematical Modeling, General Mathematics, Graphing

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    MathWorks

    Deep Learning for Computer Vision

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Computer Vision, Model Deployment, Anomaly Detection, Convolutional Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Transfer Learning, Matlab, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Data Preprocessing, Classification Algorithms, Data Visualization, Data Synthesis, Performance Tuning, Data Analysis

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Machine Learning with TensorFlow Google Cloud 日本語版

    Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Tensorflow, Google Cloud Platform, Model Deployment, Data Quality, Data Preprocessing, Model Evaluation, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Keras (Neural Network Library), Embeddings, Exploratory Data Analysis, Supervised Learning, Logistic Regression, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Machine Learning, AI Enablement, Data Pipelines, Jupyter, Big Data, Artificial Neural Networks

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Duke University

    Data Science for Agile Decision-Making

    Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Analytics, Business Intelligence, Analytics, Data Literacy, Decision Making, Forecasting, Data Science, Operational Analysis, Data Analysis, Market Intelligence, Predictive Analytics, Artificial Intelligence

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Measurement – Turning Concepts into Data: Johns Hopkins University
  • The Power of Markets III: Input Markets and Promoting Efficiency: University of Rochester
  • ABAP RESTful Programming Model (RAP) and Extensions: Board Infinity
  • Business Intelligence with Databricks: Edureka
  • Technology Entrepreneurship: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Probability and Statistics: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Understanding China, 1700-2000: A Data Analytic Approach, Part 2: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Rocket Science 101: University of Michigan
  • Matemática Preuniversitaria: Universidad de Palermo
  • Deep Learning for Computer Vision: MathWorks

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