Discrete optimization courses can help you learn linear programming, integer programming, and combinatorial optimization techniques. You can build skills in problem formulation, algorithm design, and solution analysis. Many courses introduce tools such as MATLAB, Python libraries like PuLP and SciPy, and optimization software like CPLEX, showing how these skills are applied to logistics, resource allocation, and scheduling challenges.

IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad
Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Probability, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistics, Data Literacy, Statistical Visualization, Probability Distribution, Statistical Methods, Statistical Inference, Estimation, Descriptive Statistics, Sample Size Determination, Data Analysis, Data Science
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Inference, Statistical Reporting, R (Software), Statistical Methods, Statistics, R Programming, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Data Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Probability Distribution, Software Installation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: C and C++, Debugging, C++ (Programming Language), API Design, Development Testing, Program Development, Software Documentation, Pseudocode, Software Architecture, Unit Testing, Software Design, Maintainability, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Technical Documentation, Computer Programming, System Programming, Generative AI, Software Development
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Pay Per Click Advertising, Marketing Analytics, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics, Web Analytics and SEO, Online Advertising, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Analytics, Digital Marketing, Keyword Research, Apache Hadoop, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Digital Advertising, Machine Learning Methods, Social Media Strategy, Customer Analysis, MarTech, Predictive Modeling
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Six Sigma Methodology, Root Cause Analysis, Process Analysis, Probability Distribution, Process Capability, Statistical Process Controls, Lean Methodologies, Probability & Statistics, Process Improvement, Quality Improvement, Process Mapping, Statistical Analysis, Systems Of Measurement, Data Analysis, Statistics, Risk Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Video Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Video Editing, Social Media Content, Cross-Channel Marketing, Media Production, Content Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Analytics, Content Creation, Data Ethics, Marketing Strategies, Social Media Marketing, Multimedia, Marketing Design, Digital Media Strategy, Graphic and Visual Design, Infographics, Storytelling, Design Elements And Principles
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

AI CERTs
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, Health Informatics, Nurse Education, Clinical Informatics, Clinical Data Management, Healthcare Ethics, Nursing Process, Responsible AI, Nursing, Patient-centered Care, Nursing Practices, Health Care, Artificial Intelligence, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Basic Patient Care, Business Acumen, Physiology, Business
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: LangChain, Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, LLM Application, Generative AI Agents, AI Personalization, Front-End Web Development, Application Deployment
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Data Modeling, Estimation, Graphing, Mathematical Modeling, Algebra, Cost Estimation, Engineering Calculations, Linear Algebra, Trigonometry, Operations Research, Data Analysis, Mathematical Software, Analysis, Derivatives, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Geometry, Trend Analysis
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: PL/SQL, SQL, Business Logic, Stored Procedure, Database Design, Oracle Databases, Database Development, Relational Databases, Workflow Management, Data Integrity, Scalability, Procedure Development, Debugging
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Game Design, Video Game Development, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), File Management, Functional Design, Design Elements And Principles
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Post-Production, Game Design, Video Game Development, Video Production, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), File Management, Functional Design, Design, Simulations, Aesthetics, Design Elements And Principles, Color Theory
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months