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Optimization Courses

Optimization courses can help you learn techniques for improving performance, resource allocation, and decision-making processes. You can build skills in linear programming, heuristic methods, and simulation modeling, that support analyzing complex systems. Many courses introduce tools like Excel Solver, MATLAB, and Python libraries such as SciPy, enabling you to apply optimization methods to real-world problems in logistics, finance, and operations management.


Popular Optimization Courses and Certifications


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    Microsoft

    Modeling Data in Power BI

    Skills you'll gain: Star Schema, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Power BI, Data Modeling, Database Design, Performance Tuning, Data Integration, Data Analysis, Data Transformation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Edureka

    Predictive Modeling with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Methods, Data Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Business Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Machine Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Preprocessing, Big Data, Python Programming, Data Manipulation, Pandas (Python Package), NumPy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    CompTIA Cloud+ (CV0-003)

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Security, Cloud Computing, Incident Response, Cloud Management, Cloud Services, Disaster Recovery, Capacity Management, Virtual Networking, IT Automation, Network Troubleshooting, Virtual Machines, Virtualization, Application Deployment, Application Security, System Monitoring, Security Controls, Capacity Planning

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    L&T EduTech

    Design of Formwork System

    Skills you'll gain: Building Codes, Building Information Modeling, Cost Estimation, Construction Management, Structural Engineering, Engineering Drawings, Technical Drawing, Construction Engineering, Construction, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Safety Assurance, Engineering Calculations

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Oracle PL/SQL 21c: Programming & Triggers

    Skills you'll gain: Oracle SQL Developer, Oracle Databases, Data Integrity, Business Logic, Stored Procedure, SQL, Data Persistence, Database Design, Database Development, Performance Tuning, Relational Databases, Database Management Systems, Database Management, Database Application, Web Services, Data Access, Programming Principles, Computational Logic, Data Storage Technologies, Authorization (Computing)

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Python Fundamentals and Data Science Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Linear Algebra, Data Visualization, NumPy, Machine Learning Algorithms, Pandas (Python Package), Seaborn, Data Science, Machine Learning, Data Analysis, Supervised Learning, Python Programming, Jupyter, Data Manipulation, Classification Algorithms, Regression Analysis, Data Structures, Software Installation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Kaizen Event: Become a Certified Kaizen Event Specialist

    Skills you'll gain: Process Analysis, Kaizen Methodology, Process Mapping, Process Improvement, Solution Delivery, Business Process Improvement, Continuous Improvement Process, Team Management, Lean Methodologies, Brainstorming, Root Cause Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Cross-Functional Collaboration, Goal Setting

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI and Model Selection

    Skills you'll gain: Generative Model Architectures, Generative AI, Model Deployment, Model Evaluation, Prompt Engineering, Applied Machine Learning, LLM Application, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Artificial Intelligence

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Data Structures and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Data Storage Technologies, Problem Solving, Software Design, Data Manipulation, C and C++, Tree Maps, Complex Problem Solving, Analysis

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Fundamentals of Cloud FinOps

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Management, Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Cost Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Budget Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Expense Management, Billing, Financial Analysis, Accountability, Resource Utilization

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    L&T EduTech

    Wind Power Generation

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Power, Energy and Utilities, Electrical Systems, Power Electronics, Sustainable Technologies, Mechanical Design, Engineering, Emerging Technologies, Engineering Calculations

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    YARN MapReduce Architecture and Advanced Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Hadoop, Data Processing, Distributed Computing, Performance Tuning, Big Data, Software Architecture, Scalability

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Modeling Data in Power BI: Microsoft
  • Predictive Modeling with Python : Edureka
  • CompTIA Cloud+ (CV0-003): Packt
  • Design of Formwork System: L&T EduTech
  • Oracle PL/SQL 21c: Programming & Triggers: EDUCBA
  • Python Fundamentals and Data Science Essentials: Packt
  • Kaizen Event: Become a Certified Kaizen Event Specialist: Packt
  • Generative AI and Model Selection: Vanderbilt University
  • Data Structures and Algorithms: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Fundamentals of Cloud FinOps: Board Infinity

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