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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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    UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)

    Introduction to Systems Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Engineering, Requirements Analysis, Requirements Elicitation, Engineering Management, Conceptual Design, Systems Development Life Cycle, Systems Architecture, System Requirements, Verification And Validation, Configuration Management, System Design and Implementation, Product Lifecycle Management, Prototyping, Risk Management Framework

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Astrobiology and the Search for Extraterrestrial Life

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, Environmental Science, Environment, Research, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Scientific Methods, Chemistry

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Corporate & Commercial Law I: Contracts & Employment Law

    Skills you'll gain: Certified Public Accountant, Labor Law, Commercial Laws, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Bankruptcies, Organizational Structure, Business, Legal Writing, Contract Management, Sales

    Build toward a degree

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    IBM

    Developing Back-End Apps with Node.js and Express

    Skills you'll gain: Node.JS, Server Side, Full-Stack Web Development, Back-End Web Development, Cloud Applications, Web Development, Restful API, Web Applications, Web Servers, Authentications, Javascript, Application Programming Interface (API), Computer Science, JSON, Middleware

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    Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

    Nanotechnology and Nanosensors, Part1

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Semiconductors, Innovation, Emerging Technologies, Biomedical Engineering, Electronics, Laboratory Testing, Analytical Testing, Chemical Engineering

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    University of California, Irvine

    Project: Writing a Research Paper

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Writing, Editing, Proofreading, Grammar, Style Guides

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    The University of Melbourne

    Essentials of Corporate Finance

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Analysis, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Corporate Finance, Financial Management, Portfolio Risk, Accounting, Financial Systems, Financial Modeling, Investments, Capital Markets, Market Liquidity, Balance Sheet, Derivatives, Financial Market, Income Statement, Financial Data, Financial Reporting, Business Valuation, International Finance

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    Rice University

    General Chemistry: Concept Development and Application

    Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, General Science and Research, Physical Science, Analytical Chemistry, Laboratory Research, Materials science, Scientific Methods, Experimentation, Estimation

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yale University

    Essentials of Global Health

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Systems, Public Health, Epidemiology, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Promotion, Infectious Diseases, Chronic Diseases, Health Policy, Environment Health And Safety, Medical Science and Research, Injury Prevention, Nutrition and Diet

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    University of Geneva

    Children's Human Rights - An Interdisciplinary Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Child Welfare, Social Justice, Human Development, Child Development, Working With Children, Social Sciences, Child Health, Court Systems, International Relations, Childhood Education and Development, Cultural Diversity, Anthropology, Family Law, Legal Research, Research

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    The University of Sydney

    Critical Thinking Skills for University Success

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Analytical Skills, Writing, Research, Higher Education, Complex Problem Solving

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    Columbia University

    Construction Scheduling

    Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Scheduling, Lean Methodologies, Construction Management, Risk Management, Dependency Analysis, Collaborative Software, Network Analysis, Probability & Statistics

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    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Introduction to Systems Engineering: UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)
  • Astrobiology and the Search for Extraterrestrial Life: The University of Edinburgh
  • Corporate & Commercial Law I: Contracts & Employment Law: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Developing Back-End Apps with Node.js and Express: IBM
  • Nanotechnology and Nanosensors, Part1: Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
  • Project: Writing a Research Paper: University of California, Irvine
  • Essentials of Corporate Finance: The University of Melbourne
  • General Chemistry: Concept Development and Application: Rice University
  • Essentials of Global Health: Yale University
  • Children's Human Rights - An Interdisciplinary Introduction: University of Geneva

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