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.

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
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Management, Data Governance, Performance Tuning, Microsoft Azure, Scalability, Data Management, Information Management, Security Controls, Database Management, Azure Active Directory, Big Data, Data Security, System Configuration
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Real Time Data, Application Development, .NET Framework, Performance Tuning, Secure Coding, C# (Programming Language), System Programming, Application Performance Management, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Planning, Operational Analysis, Process Improvement and Optimization, Capacity Planning, Production Planning, Data Analysis, R Programming
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Skills you'll gain: Applied Mathematics, Operations Research, Mathematical Modeling, Enterprise Modeling, Network Model, Statistical Modeling, Combinatorics, Functional Design, Mathematical Software, Computational Thinking, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Data Structures, Debugging
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: SQL, Query Languages, Database Design, Performance Tuning, Database Management, Database Development, Databases, PostgreSQL, Data Access
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Microsoft Copilot, Cost Control, Data Lakes, Microsoft Azure, Data Architecture, Process Improvement and Optimization, Process Optimization, Performance Tuning, Real Time Data, Data Modeling, Enterprise Architecture, SQL, Natural Language Processing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

Skills you'll gain: TikTok, Content Performance Analysis, Content Creation, Content Strategy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Marketing Analytics, Social Media Marketing, Brand Marketing, E-Commerce, Revenue Management, Live Streaming
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Plant Operations and Management, Process Engineering, Cost Management, Process Improvement, Project Management, Engineering Management, Operational Efficiency, Process Analysis, Process Optimization, Budgeting, Engineering Design Process, Safety Standards, Performance Improvement, Simulation and Simulation Software, Cost Estimation, Operational Excellence, Financial Planning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Post-Production, Cinematography, 3D Modeling, Video Production, Image Quality, Layout Design, Color Theory
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Continuous Integration, Web Development Tools, Application Deployment, React.js, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months