Optimization courses can help you learn techniques for improving performance, resource allocation, and decision-making processes. You can build skills in linear programming, heuristic methods, and simulation modeling, that support analyzing complex systems. Many courses introduce tools like Excel Solver, MATLAB, and Python libraries such as SciPy, enabling you to apply optimization methods to real-world problems in logistics, finance, and operations management.

Skills you'll gain: SQL, Database Management, Query Languages, Data Analysis, Performance Tuning, Data Manipulation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Project, Project Schedules, Resource Allocation, Resource Management, Project Management Software, Project Performance, Scheduling, Project Coordination, Project Management, Microsoft 365, Timelines, Milestones (Project Management), Project Planning, Work Breakdown Structure
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cloud Applications, Cloud Hosting, Restful API, Cloud Infrastructure, Authentications, Application Programming Interface (API), Web Development, Serverless Computing, Virtual Machines, Authorization (Computing), Microsoft SQL Servers, Network Routing, Virtualization, Web Content
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Politecnico di Milano
Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Calculus, Derivatives, Mathematical Software, AI Personalization, Advanced Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Mathematics Education, Machine Learning Algorithms, Geometry, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Graphing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: SQL, Query Languages, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Maintainability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Database Management, Data Manipulation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Generative AI, Continuous Monitoring, Predictive Modeling, System Monitoring, Google Cloud Platform, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Machine Learning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Oracle SQL Developer, SQL, Oracle Databases, Database Management, Data Analysis, Performance Tuning, Business Intelligence, Data Manipulation, Analytics, Data Transformation
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, TCP/IP, Vulnerability Scanning, General Networking, Network Protocols, Cyber Security Assessment, Network Security, Network Administration, Vulnerability Assessments, Firewall, Network Analysis, Scripting, System Configuration
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Pay Per Click Advertising, Marketing Analytics, Search Engine Optimization, Analytics, Big Data, Google Analytics, Digital Marketing, Search Engine Marketing, Paid media, Web Analytics, Web Analytics and SEO, Online Advertising, Digital Advertising, Marketing Effectiveness, A/B Testing, Applied Machine Learning, Marketing Automation, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Pittsburgh
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis, Statistics, Integral Calculus, Probability & Statistics, Data Science, Probability Distribution, Calculus, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Derivatives, Mathematical Modeling, Machine Learning, Algorithms
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Object-Relational Mapping, Application Frameworks, Full-Stack Web Development, Software Configuration Management, Application Design, Development Environment, Microsoft Visual Studio, User Interface (UI), Identity and Access Management, Microsoft Development Tools, Application Development, Authorization (Computing), HTML and CSS, Maintainability, Data Modeling, Data Migration, Business Logic, Web Servers, Debugging, Software Design Patterns
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months