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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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    SkillsBooster Academy

    AI Agents for Business Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Email Automation, Business Process Automation, Generative AI Agents, Business Workflow Analysis, Automation, Workflow Management, Agentic systems, Expense Reports, ChatGPT, Client Support, LLM Application, Project Coordination, Coordinating, Artificial Intelligence, Enterprise Architecture, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative AI, Expense Management, Prompt Engineering, Business

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnKartS

    COBIT 2019 Foundation Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Control Objectives for Information and Related Technology (COBIT), Performance Measurement, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, IT Management, Governance, Compliance Management, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Performance Management, Program Implementation, Process Capability, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Stakeholder Management, Goal Setting, Digital Transformation, Change Management, Auditing, Process Management, Organizational Structure, Business Process

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SkillsBooster Academy

    AI Powered Data & Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Presentations, Data Visualization, Microsoft PowerPoint, Data Presentation, Google Sheets, Anthropic Claude, Microsoft Excel, Business Research, Generative AI, Microsoft Copilot, Business Reporting, ChatGPT, Performance Reporting, Data Cleansing, Google Workspace, Stakeholder Communications, Financial Reporting, Visual Design

    ★ 4.9 (17) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Gut Check: Exploring Your Microbiome

    Skills you'll gain: Microbiology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Physiology, Life Sciences, Big Data, Biostatistics, Data Analysis, Medical Science and Research, Immunology, Molecular Biology, Nutrition and Diet, Biology, Laboratory Research, Data Collection, Taxonomy

    ★ 4.7 (1.2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillsBooster Academy

    AI-Powered Personal Productivity System

    Skills you'll gain: Time Management, Anthropic Claude, ChatGPT, Google Gemini, Productivity, Calendar Management, Microsoft Copilot, Organizational Skills, Prompt Engineering, Google Workspace, Personal Development, Planning, Interviewing Skills, Google Sheets, Microsoft PowerPoint, Presentations, Data Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Goal Setting, Writing and Editing

    ★ 5 (6) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Customer Journey Mapping 

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Insights, Customer Analysis, AI Personalization, Data Storytelling, Conversion Funnel Analysis, Campaign Management, Customer Data Management, Data-Driven Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Data Presentation, Power BI, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Upselling, Customer Relationship Management, Personalized Campaigns, Cross-Channel Marketing, Performance Reporting, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Campaign Planning, Email Marketing

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    Core Service Administration

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft 365, Microsoft Teams, Azure Active Directory, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Azure, User Provisioning, Multi-Tenant Cloud Environments, Collaborative Software, Help Desk Support, Document Management, Microsoft Copilot, System Configuration, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Cloud Services, User Accounts, Technical Support, Technical Communication, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Storage, File Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Dashboard Development, Deployment & Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Business Intelligence, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Business Intelligence Software, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Performance Measurement, Business Analytics, Performance Metric, Business Metrics, Business Logic, Interactive Data Visualization, Operational Analysis, Operational Performance Management, Performance Analysis, Analytics, Performance Tuning, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Validation, Data Quality

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)

    Transmedia Storytelling: Narrative worlds, emerging technologies, and global audiences

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Game Design, User Experience, User Experience Design, Ideation, Driving engagement, Content Creation, Storyboarding, Multimedia, Visual Storytelling, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Virtual Reality, Human Centered Design, Emerging Technologies, Qualitative Research

    ★ 4.7 (964) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Microservices with Spring Boot and Spring Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Kubernetes, Containerization, OAuth, Istio, Microservices, Spring Framework, API Gateway, Spring Boot, Cloud-Native Computing, Restful API, CI/CD, Authentications, Prometheus (Software), Application Programming Interface (API), DevOps, Data Persistence, Java, Solution Architecture, Resilience

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Sage Publications

    The SAGE Handbook of Human Resource Management

    Skills you'll gain: Human Resources, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resource Management, Human Resource Strategy, Employee Relations, Human Capital, Labor Relations, Workforce Development, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), HR Tech, Human Resource Policies, People Analytics, Human Resources Software, Recruitment Strategies, Performance Appraisal, Talent Recruitment, Talent Management, Organizational Strategy, Employee Engagement, Strategic Leadership

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Madecraft

    Emotional Intelligence Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Stress Management, Empathy, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Compassion, Optimism, Interpersonal Communications, Meditation & Breathwork, Relationship Building, Communication Strategies, digital literacy, Habit Formation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • AI Agents for Business Automation: SkillsBooster Academy
  • COBIT 2019 Foundation Preparation: LearnKartS
  • AI Powered Data & Analytics: SkillsBooster Academy
  • Gut Check: Exploring Your Microbiome: University of Colorado Boulder
  • AI-Powered Personal Productivity System: SkillsBooster Academy
  • Microsoft Customer Journey Mapping : Microsoft
  • Core Service Administration: Microsoft
  • Dashboard Development, Deployment & Optimization: Coursera
  • Transmedia Storytelling: Narrative worlds, emerging technologies, and global audiences: UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)
  • Microservices with Spring Boot and Spring Cloud: Packt

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