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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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    EDUCBA

    Building the Core Mechanics of a Pinball Game in UE

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Performance Tuning, Game Design, User Interface (UI), Video Game Development, Virtual Environment, Scripting, Debugging

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Portfolio Development in Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Canva (Software), Visual Design, Case Studies, Content Creation, Portfolio Management, Data Visualization, Graphic and Visual Design, Strategic Thinking, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Goal Setting

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Scaling, Access Control, and Exam preparation with Vault

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Scalability, Security Controls, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Performance Testing, Performance Tuning, Scenario Testing, Configuration Management, Disaster Recovery

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Code and framework based agent development

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Patterns, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Large Language Modeling, Agentic systems, Secure Coding, Authorization (Computing), Debugging, Authentications

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Huddersfield

    BSc Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Integral Calculus, Matplotlib, Calculus, Differential Equations, Data Visualization Software, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Data Manipulation, Statistical Analysis, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Pandas (Python Package), Debugging, NumPy, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

    Earn a degree

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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    University of Pittsburgh

    Master of Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: LLM Application, Tool Calling, Database Systems, Data Visualization, Database Design, Apache Spark, Large Language Modeling, Supervised Learning, Data Ethics, Bayesian Statistics, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Visualization Software, Cloud Computing, Linear Algebra, Data Governance, Predictive Modeling, Regression Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Data Analysis

    Earn a degree

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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    Heriot-Watt University

    MSc Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Graph Theory, Database Development, Database Architecture and Administration, NoSQL, Computational Logic, Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Combinatorics, Theoretical Computer Science, Object Oriented Design, Big Data, Computer Programming, Reinforcement Learning, Computational Thinking, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Computer Science, Algorithms

    Earn a degree

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Analítica de datos: visualización, predicción y toma de decisiones Certificado MasterTrack®

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Predictive Modeling, Marketing Analytics, Product Marketing, Predictive Analytics, Financial Modeling, Marketing Management, Dashboard, Advertising, Data Cleansing, Matplotlib, Portfolio Management, Random Forest Algorithm, Operations Research, Natural Language Processing, Mathematical Modeling

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    Mastertrack · 6 - 12 Months

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    Imperial College London

    Mathematics for Machine Learning: Multivariate Calculus

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Calculus, Advanced Mathematics, Machine Learning Algorithms, Statistical Analysis, Linear Algebra, Artificial Neural Networks, Python Programming, Derivatives

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Game-Theoretic Solution Concept with Spreadsheets

    Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Thinking, Decision Making, Systems Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Spreadsheet Software

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Probability & Statistics for Machine Learning & Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability & Statistics, Sampling (Statistics), Probability Distribution, Probability, Statistical Inference, A/B Testing, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Machine Learning, Data Science, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Visualization

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    The Mathematics of Democracy, Politics and Manipulation

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Public Policies, Game Theory, Demography, Logical Reasoning, Applied Mathematics

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Building the Core Mechanics of a Pinball Game in UE: EDUCBA
  • Portfolio Development in Canva: Coursera
  • Scaling, Access Control, and Exam preparation with Vault: Packt
  • Code and framework based agent development: Microsoft
  • BSc Data Science: University of Huddersfield
  • Master of Data Science: University of Pittsburgh
  • MSc Computer Science: Heriot-Watt University
  • Analítica de datos: visualización, predicción y toma de decisiones Certificado MasterTrack®: Universidad de los Andes
  • Mathematics for Machine Learning: Multivariate Calculus: Imperial College London
  • Game-Theoretic Solution Concept with Spreadsheets: Coursera

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