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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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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Understanding Modern Physics I: Relativity and Cosmology

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Mechanics, General Science and Research, Physical Science, Systems Of Measurement, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Scientific Visualization

    ★ 4.6 (172) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • P

    Packt

    Planning & Control with Oracle Primavera PPM Professional

    Skills you'll gain: Earned Value Management, Project Controls, Project Planning, Project Performance, Project Management Software, Cost Management, Project Portfolio Management, Budget Management, Performance Reporting, Expense Management, Process Improvement and Optimization, Report Writing, Administration, System Configuration, Dependency Analysis, Data Visualization, User Accounts, Data Import/Export, Database Administration

    ★ 4.7 (116) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    University of Washington

    Practical Predictive Analytics: Models and Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Data Science, Machine Learning Methods, Predictive Analytics, Applied Machine Learning, Analytics, Data Analysis, R Programming, Model Optimization, Statistical Methods, Decision Tree Learning, Statistical Inference, Statistical Analysis, Machine Learning, Statistics, Graph Theory, Classification Algorithms, Network Analysis, Big Data

    ★ 4.1 (323) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Planificación y estrategia de marketing digital

    Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Customer Engagement, Brand Management, Digital Media Strategy, Digital Brand Strategy, Digital Analysis, Search Engine Optimization, Target Market, Digital Marketing, Web Analytics and SEO, Digital Marketing Tools, Digital Advertising, Social Media Analytics, Social Media Strategy, Digital Transformation, Online Advertising, Customer Retention, Customer Relationship Building, Content Strategy, Social Media Marketing

    ★ 4.8 (260) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Active Optical Devices

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Display Devices, Computer Displays, Systems Design, Electrical Engineering, Technical Design, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Hardware Design, Electronic Systems, Electronic Components, Materials science, Image Quality, Technology Solutions, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Physics, Emerging Technologies

    ★ 3.8 (117) · Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Exploring Quantum Physics

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Torque (Physics), Quantitative Research, Science and Research, Mechanics, General Science and Research, Physical Science, Vibrations, Semiconductors, Integral Calculus, Mathematical Modeling

    ★ 4.2 (73) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    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, Medication Administration, Biochemistry, Medical Science and Research, Safety Assurance, Biotechnology, Chemistry

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

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

    École Polytechnique

    Initiation à la théorie des distributions

    Skills you'll gain: Differential Equations, Advanced Mathematics, Integral Calculus, Calculus, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Derivatives

    ★ 4.8 (25) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    Microsoft

    Program Management Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Program Management, Return On Investment, Project Portfolio Management, Organizational Strategy, Program Implementation, Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Benefits Administration

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

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

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Engineering Systems in Motion: Dynamics of Particles and Bodies in 2D Motion

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Torque (Physics), Engineering Calculations, Engineering, Physics, Structural Analysis, Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Integral Calculus, Derivatives

    ★ 4.9 (747) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Precalculus: Relations and Functions

    Skills you'll gain: Graphing, Data Analysis, R (Software), R Programming, General Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Algebra, Mathematical Software, Applied Mathematics, Calculus, Business Mathematics

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

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

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Foundations of Quantum Mechanics

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Engineering, Linear Algebra, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Differential Equations, Physical Science

    ★ 4.5 (90) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    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

  • Understanding Modern Physics I: Relativity and Cosmology: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Planning & Control with Oracle Primavera PPM Professional: Packt
  • Practical Predictive Analytics: Models and Methods: University of Washington
  • Planificación y estrategia de marketing digital: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Active Optical Devices: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Exploring Quantum Physics: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Drug Hunting: The Science of Making New Medicines: Novartis
  • Initiation à la théorie des distributions: École Polytechnique
  • Program Management Fundamentals: Microsoft
  • Engineering Systems in Motion: Dynamics of Particles and Bodies in 2D Motion: Georgia Institute of Technology

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