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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


  • P

    Pearson

    Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® Exam: Unit 2

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Project Management, Project Management, Technical Management, Project Management Office (PMO), Program Management, Project Portfolio Management, Matrix Management, Project Controls, Leadership, Motivational Skills, Agile Methodology, Emotional Intelligence, Conflict Management, Business Acumen, Organizational Structure, Business Operations, Portfolio Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Decision Making

    4.9 stars, 11 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (11) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • E

    EDUCBA

    Supply Chain Management for Retail Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Inventory and Warehousing, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Supply Management, Supply Chain Systems, Warehouse Management, Retail Store Operations, Reverse Logistics, Retail Management, Logistics, Merchandising, Customer Service, Procurement, Warehousing, Inventory Control, Operations, Business Operations, Forecasting, Cost Control, Planning

    4.6 stars, 16 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (16) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
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    Status: Free trial
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  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    From Data to Decisions: Getting Started with AI

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Descriptive Analytics, Data Literacy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Predictive Analytics, Prompt Engineering, Analytical Skills, Statistical Analysis, Decision Making

    4.5 stars, 21 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (21) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Artificial Intelligence

    4.4 stars, 10 reviews, Beginner, Course, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.4 (10) · Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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  • L

    LearnQuest

    Visual Basic Programming: Classes and Collections

    Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Data Structures, Object Oriented Design, Microsoft Visual Studio, Program Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Microsoft Development Tools, .NET Framework, Computer Programming

    4.5 stars, 20 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (20) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • P

    Packt

    Building and Training Neural Networks with PyTorch

    Skills you'll gain: Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Convolutional Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Classification Algorithms, Transfer Learning, Image Analysis, Model Evaluation, Model Training, Artificial Neural Networks, Fine-tuning, Computer Vision, Model Optimization, Data Preprocessing, Data Processing

    4.8 stars, 13 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (13) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • I

    IE Business School

    Marketing Management Essentials:The Marketing Plan Structure

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Planning, Customer Engagement, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Management, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Operations, Marketing, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Market Research, Business Planning, Market Analysis, Market Dynamics, Customer Retention, Brand Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Performance Metric, Performance Measurement, Branding, Goal Setting

    4.6 stars, 13 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (13) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Association Rules Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Anomaly Detection, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning Methods, Data Mining, Applied Machine Learning, Feature Engineering, Data Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Algorithms

    4.8 stars, 13 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (13) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • A

    Amazon Web Services

    DevOps and AI on AWS: CI/CD for Generative AI Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Amazon CloudWatch, CI/CD, AWS CloudFormation, Application Deployment, Continuous Deployment, Cloud Deployment, Amazon Web Services, Continuous Integration, Model Deployment, IT Automation, DevOps, Cloud Management, Generative AI, Cloud Applications, System Monitoring, Application Performance Management, Automation, Site Reliability Engineering

    4.5 stars, 14 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (14) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Réseaux neuronaux et Deep Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Supervised Learning, Model Optimization, Artificial Neural Networks, Convolutional Neural Networks, Model Training, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Machine Learning, Performance Tuning, NumPy, Classification Algorithms

    4.9 stars, 18 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (18) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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  • C

    Coursera

    Effective Strategies for Improving Employee Retention 

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Retention, Employee Engagement, Workplace inclusivity, Workforce Development, Talent Management, Human Resource Strategy, Employee Surveys, Driving engagement, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Telecommuting, Recognizing Others, Staff Management, Drive Engagement, People Analytics, Virtual Teams

    4.6 stars, 24 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (24) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    A Public Health Approach to Hearing Loss and Aging

    Skills you'll gain: Gerontology, Health Policy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Epidemiology, Community Health, Geriatrics, Policy Analysis, Health Care, Medical Science and Research, Health Systems, Communication Disorders, Patient-centered Care

    4.7 stars, 16 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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

  • Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® Exam: Unit 2: Pearson
  • Supply Chain Management for Retail Operations: EDUCBA
  • From Data to Decisions: Getting Started with AI: Vanderbilt University
  • Artificial Intelligence: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Visual Basic Programming: Classes and Collections: LearnQuest
  • Building and Training Neural Networks with PyTorch: Packt
  • Marketing Management Essentials:The Marketing Plan Structure: IE Business School
  • Association Rules Analysis: University of Colorado Boulder
  • DevOps and AI on AWS: CI/CD for Generative AI Applications: Amazon Web Services
  • Réseaux neuronaux et Deep Learning: DeepLearning.AI

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