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    Coursera

    5 Ways to Build a Better LinkedIn Profile

    Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Photo Editing, Professional Networking, Social Media, Professional Development, Branding, Search Engine Optimization, Business Communication

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    298 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Tutoring and Teaching Math for Understanding

    Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Instructional Strategies, Student-Centred Learning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    AI Fundamentals for Non-Data Scientists

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Data Management, Big Data, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Tensorflow, Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning, Algorithms, Process Optimization, Data Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Natural Language Processing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    914 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

    Computers, Waves, Simulations: A Practical Introduction to Numerical Methods using Python

    Skills you'll gain: Finite Element Methods, Numerical Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Jupyter, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Python Programming, Mechanics, Vibrations, Linear Algebra, Simulations

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    388 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Model Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Systems Thinking, Strategic Decision-Making, Innovation, Social Sciences, Strategic Thinking, Decision Making, Complex Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Network Analysis, Economics, Probability, Market Dynamics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    2.2K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Introduction to Genetics and Evolution

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biology, Biostatistics, Biotechnology, Environmental Science, Scientific Methods, Mathematical Modeling

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.8K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Imperial College London

    Mathematics for Machine Learning: PCA

    Skills you'll gain: Dimensionality Reduction, NumPy, Probability & Statistics, Jupyter, Data Science, Statistics, Linear Algebra, Python Programming, Machine Learning, Calculus

    4
    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Khalifa University

    AI for Executives: AI for Business Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Responsible AI, Strategic Decision-Making, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Ethics, Business Intelligence, Business Analytics, Natural Language Processing, LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Predictive Analytics, Advanced Analytics, Data Governance, Predictive Modeling, Systems Integration, Business Strategy, Business Ethics, Workflow Management, Applied Machine Learning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Sales Excellence

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Territory Management, Sales Pipelines, Cold Calling, Regional Sales, Sales Presentation, Selling Techniques, Lead Generation, Sales Presentations, Sales Strategy, B2B Sales, Inside Sales, Consultative Selling, Sales Prospecting, Microsoft Copilot, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Email Automation, Generative AI, ChatGPT, AI Personalization, Customer Engagement

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    430 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Unilever

    Measurement and Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Web Analytics, Social Media Campaigns, Digital Marketing, Google Analytics, Social Media Marketing, Search Engine Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Marketing Strategies, Search Engine Optimization, Keyword Research, Marketing Analytics, A/B Testing, Smart Goals, Performance Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Value Propositions

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    58 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Amsterdam

    Data Analytics for Lean Six Sigma

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Minitab, Regression Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Probability Distribution, Descriptive Statistics, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Process Improvement, Statistics, Correlation Analysis, Variance Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Howard University

    Linear Algebra for Data Science Using Python

    Skills you'll gain: Data Wrangling, Linear Algebra, Regression Analysis, Data Manipulation, NumPy, Predictive Modeling, Dimensionality Reduction, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, Statistical Modeling, Mathematical Software, Supervised Learning, Algebra, Data Visualization Software, Jupyter, Data Analysis, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning Methods, Numerical Analysis, Python Programming

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular mathematical optimization courses

  • 5 Ways to Build a Better LinkedIn Profile: Coursera
  • Tutoring and Teaching Math for Understanding: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • AI Fundamentals for Non-Data Scientists: University of Pennsylvania
  • Computers, Waves, Simulations: A Practical Introduction to Numerical Methods using Python: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
  • Model Thinking: University of Michigan
  • Introduction to Genetics and Evolution: Duke University
  • Mathematics for Machine Learning: PCA: Imperial College London
  • AI for Executives: AI for Business Decision Making: Khalifa University
  • Sales Excellence: Coursera
  • Measurement and Analysis: Unilever

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