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Mathematical Optimization Courses

Mathematical optimization courses can help you learn linear programming, integer programming, and nonlinear optimization techniques. You can build skills in formulating optimization problems, analyzing constraints, and applying algorithms to find optimal solutions. Many courses introduce tools like Python, R, and MATLAB, which are used to implement optimization models and analyze data effectively.


Popular Mathematical Optimization Courses and Certifications


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    SkillUp

    GenAI for Business Process Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Business Workflow Analysis, Business Process Automation, AI Workflows, Agentic Workflows, Prompt Engineering Tools, Generative AI Agents, AI Integrations, AI Orchestration, Automation, Model Deployment, AI Enablement, Performance Measurement, Generative AI, No-Code Development, Decision Intelligence, Process Optimization, System Monitoring, Scalability, Performance Analysis

    ★ 4.7 (16) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    How to Optimize Your Instagram Account

    Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Social Media Content, Content Creation, Social Media, Social Media Management, Driving engagement, Account Strategy, Web Presence, Growth Strategies, Brand Awareness, Account Management, Digital Design

    ★ 4.2 (341) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica

    Controle de Sistemas no Plano-s

    Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Matlab, Systems Design, Mathematical Software, Mathematical Modeling, Systems Analysis, Simulations, System Requirements

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

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    Build a Machine Learning Web App with Streamlit and Python

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Dashboard Creation, Classification Algorithms, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Model Evaluation, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Plot (Graphics), Web Applications, Logistic Regression, Predictive Modeling, Model Training, Data Science, Python Programming, Fine-tuning, Model Optimization, Pandas (Python Package)

    ★ 4.7 (417) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • N

    Novartis

    Drug Hunting: The Science of Making New Medicines

    Skills you'll gain: Pre-Clinical Development, Drug Interaction, Clinical Trials, Pharmacology, Drug Development, Pharmaceuticals, Patient Safety, Clinical Research, Competitive Intelligence, Pharmacotherapy, Biochemical Assays, Pharmaceutical Terminology, Laboratory Research, Laboratory Testing, Biochemistry, Medical Science and Research, Safety Assurance, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Medication Administration

    ★ 4.8 (289) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • A

    Alex Genadinik

    Digital Marketing Masterclass: A-Z Marketing Strategy - 2026

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Psychology, Marketing Planning, Marketing Strategies, Meta Ads Manager, Blogs, Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Search Engine Optimization, Podcasting, Video Production, Growth Strategies, Social Media Content, Web Analytics and SEO, Shared Media, Google Ads, Paid media, Marketing Channel, Content Creation, Social Media Management, Web Presence

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

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • R

    Rice University

    Natural Attenuation of Groundwater Contaminants: New Paradigms, Technologies, and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Monitoring, Water Quality, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Hydrology, Environmental Engineering, Water Resources, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, Mathematical Modeling, Analytical Chemistry, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Simulation and Simulation Software

    ★ 4.8 (510) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • M

    Macquarie University

    Excel Time Series Models for Business Forecasting

    Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Forecasting, Model Evaluation, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Trend Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Data Presentation, Statistical Visualization, Graphing, Model Optimization, Statistical Analysis

    ★ 4.9 (251) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Advanced Linear Models for Data Science 2: Statistical Linear Models

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Linear Algebra, R Programming, Data Science, Probability Distribution, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Statistical Analysis, Statistics, Statistical Inference, Probability, Model Evaluation

    ★ 4.6 (108) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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    Carnegie Mellon University

    Statistical Thermodynamics: Molecules to Machines

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Engineering, Materials science, Chemistry, Physics, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Mathematical Modeling, Physical Science, Biology

    ★ 3.9 (52) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Llama for Python Programmers

    Skills you'll gain: LLM Application, Prompt Patterns, Large Language Modeling, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Token Optimization, Applied Machine Learning, Generative Model Architectures, Fine-tuning, Python Programming, Model Training, Open Source Technology, Model Optimization

    ★ 4.7 (19) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Introducción a Lean Six Sigma

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Methodologies, Kaizen Methodology, Kanban Principles, Production Process, Statistical Process Controls, Process Capability, Quality Improvement, Process Improvement, Process Improvement and Optimization, Quality Monitoring, Process Analysis, Continuous Improvement Process, Customer Analysis, Waste Minimization, Quality Management, Return On Investment, Project Design

    ★ 4.8 (753) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular mathematical optimization courses

  • GenAI for Business Process Automation: SkillUp
  • How to Optimize Your Instagram Account : Coursera
  • Controle de Sistemas no Plano-s: Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica
  • Build a Machine Learning Web App with Streamlit and Python: Coursera
  • Drug Hunting: The Science of Making New Medicines: Novartis
  • Digital Marketing Masterclass: A-Z Marketing Strategy - 2026: Alex Genadinik
  • Natural Attenuation of Groundwater Contaminants: New Paradigms, Technologies, and Applications: Rice University
  • Excel Time Series Models for Business Forecasting: Macquarie University
  • Advanced Linear Models for Data Science 2: Statistical Linear Models: Johns Hopkins University
  • Statistical Thermodynamics: Molecules to Machines: Carnegie Mellon University

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