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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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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Risks to Crop Production in Agriculture

    Skills you'll gain: Land Management, Legal Risk, Financial Analysis, Decision Making, Sustainability Standards, Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Environment and Resource Management, Production Process, Cash Flows

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Creating Azure Serverless Functions in a Real-World Scenario

    Skills you'll gain: Serverless Computing, Microsoft Azure, Microservices, NoSQL, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Deployment, Front-End Web Development, Cloud Development, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Platform As A Service (PaaS), Software Development, Cloud Computing, Microsoft Visual Studio, DevOps

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    University of California, Davis

    Digital Trends: AI, Metaverse, Persuasive Tech & Blockchain

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Blockchain, Data Ethics, Emerging Technologies, Artificial Intelligence, Digital Assets, Artificial Neural Networks, Social Media, Business Modeling, Web Development, Deep Learning, Persuasive Communication, Human Computer Interaction, Algorithms, Decision Making

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Java Programming Fundamentals and Object-Oriented Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Eclipse (Software), Computer Programming, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Data Structures, Software Installation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Data Structures Using Python - An Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Python Programming, Data Manipulation, Algorithms, Debugging

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Develop an ASP.NET Core web app that consumes an API

    Skills you'll gain: ASP.NET, C# (Programming Language), Application Programming Interface (API), Microsoft Development Tools, Restful API, Microsoft Azure, Web Applications, Integrated Development Environments, Application Development, Development Environment, Virtual Environment, Middleware

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Imperial College London

    Climate change and health

    Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Climate Change Adaptation, Policy Analysis, Environmental Policy, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Systems, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Development, Climate Change Mitigation, Policy Development, Public Health, Environmental Science, International Relations, Governance, Research

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Forming, Funding, and Launching a Technology Startup Company

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurial Finance, Business Planning, Financial Statements, Growth Strategies, Business Ethics, Intellectual Property, Financial Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Income Statement, Engineering Management, Legal Risk, Business Strategies, Technology Strategies, Organizational Development, Business Modeling, Cash Flows, Business Development, New Business Development, Risk Analysis, Engineering

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    Harvard Business Review

    Develop Talent and Coach for Success

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Talent Management, Employee Retention, Employee Coaching, Talent Acquisition, Workforce Development, Adaptability, Human Resources Management and Planning, Employee Engagement, Recruitment, Training and Development, Employee Performance Management, Coaching, Diversity and Inclusion, Professional Development, Interviewing Skills, Active Listening

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Necessary Condition Analysis (NCA)

    Skills you'll gain: Analysis, Data Analysis, Statistical Reporting, Analytical Skills, Exploratory Data Analysis, Quantitative Research, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Software, Small Data, R (Software), R Programming, Sampling (Statistics), Technical Communication, Research Methodologies, Scatter Plots, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Collection

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Northeastern University

    Machine Learning in Healthcare: Fundamentals & Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Data Mining, Health Informatics, Big Data, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Random Forest Algorithm, Responsible AI, Deep Learning, Model Evaluation, Unsupervised Learning, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Algorithms, Data Cleansing, Artificial Neural Networks

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Geneva

    Handicap visuel : comprendre et agir pour l'inclusion

    Skills you'll gain: Visual Impairment Education, Disabilities, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Adaptive Equipment, Workplace inclusivity, Social Skills, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Research, Child Development, Education Software and Technology

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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

  • Risks to Crop Production in Agriculture: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Creating Azure Serverless Functions in a Real-World Scenario: Coursera
  • Digital Trends: AI, Metaverse, Persuasive Tech & Blockchain: University of California, Davis
  • Java Programming Fundamentals and Object-Oriented Concepts: Packt
  • Data Structures Using Python - An Introduction: Packt
  • Develop an ASP.NET Core web app that consumes an API: Microsoft
  • Climate change and health: Imperial College London
  • Forming, Funding, and Launching a Technology Startup Company: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Develop Talent and Coach for Success: Harvard Business Review
  • Necessary Condition Analysis (NCA): Erasmus University Rotterdam

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