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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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    Packt

    Matrix Calculus for Data Science & Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Applied Mathematics, NumPy, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Science, Tensorflow, Python Programming, Derivatives, Algorithms, Development Environment

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    ML Parameters Optimization: GridSearch, Bayesian, Random

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Regression Analysis, Performance Tuning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Bayesian Statistics, Data Analysis

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    8 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free
    Free
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    Coursera

    Data Validation with Alteryx: Testing and Optimization Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Data Validation, Data Cleansing, Alteryx, Data Quality, Microsoft Excel, Data Integrity, Data Integration, Data Import/Export, Data Loss Prevention, Anomaly Detection

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Arizona State University

    Response Surfaces, Mixtures, and Model Building

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Experimentation, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Research Design, Mathematical Modeling, Analysis, Model Evaluation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    67 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Hyperparameter Tuning with Keras Tuner

    Skills you'll gain: Keras (Neural Network Library), Artificial Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Python Programming, Performance Tuning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    70 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Google Cloud

    GKE Workload Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Load Balancing, Google Cloud Platform, Containerization, DevOps, Performance Testing, Application Performance Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Configuration Management

    Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    National Taiwan University

    Operations Research (3): Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Network Model, Applied Machine Learning, Case Studies, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Transportation Operations, Business Analytics, Advanced Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Algorithms

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    95 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free
    Free
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    École normale supérieure

    Approximation Algorithms Part I

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Combinatorics, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Mathematical Modeling, Probability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    556 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free
    Free
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    Google Cloud

    Cost Optimization and Data Tiering with BigLake and Cloud Storage

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Storage, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Management, Data Lakes, Data Import/Export, Data Storage, Big Data, Data Migration

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Job Shop Scheduling Using MILP Optimization on RStudio

    Skills you'll gain: R Programming, R (Software), Analysis, Mathematical Software, Data Analysis

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Google Cloud

    Exploring Cost-optimization for GKE Virtual Machines

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Scalability, Virtual Machines, Kubernetes, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Management, Load Balancing, Capacity Management, Network Architecture

    Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
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    New York University

    MOST from a Methodological Perspective

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Experimentation, Sample Size Determination, Research Design, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Program Evaluation, Research Methodologies, Statistical Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Matrix Calculus for Data Science & Machine Learning: Packt
  • ML Parameters Optimization: GridSearch, Bayesian, Random: Coursera
  • Data Validation with Alteryx: Testing and Optimization Tools: Coursera
  • Response Surfaces, Mixtures, and Model Building: Arizona State University
  • Hyperparameter Tuning with Keras Tuner: Coursera
  • GKE Workload Optimization: Google Cloud
  • Operations Research (3): Theory: National Taiwan University
  • Approximation Algorithms Part I: École normale supérieure
  • Cost Optimization and Data Tiering with BigLake and Cloud Storage: Google Cloud
  • Job Shop Scheduling Using MILP Optimization on RStudio: Coursera

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