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.

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Risk Analysis, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Decision Making, Trend Analysis, Process Optimization, Simulation and Simulation Software, Market Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Unsupervised Learning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Strategic Decision-Making, Software Development Tools, Microsoft Copilot, Program Development, Automation, Artificial Intelligence, User Interface (UI) Design, Debugging
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Automation Engineering, Manufacturing and Production, Automation, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Processes, Production Line, Production Process, Lean Manufacturing, Programmable Logic Controllers, Workforce Development, Machine Controls, Safety Standards, Safety Assurance, Sustainable Engineering, Sustainable Technologies, Human Machine Interfaces, Sustainability Standards, Internet Of Things, Cost Benefit Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Science and Technology of China
Skills you'll gain: Productivity, Workflow Management, Collaboration, Process Mapping, Operational Efficiency, Knowledge Transfer, Process Optimization, Team Oriented, Learning Strategies, Document Management, Smart Goals, Information Management, Cloud Storage
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Automation, Performance Measurement, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Process Optimization, Scalability
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Microsoft Azure, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Application Deployment, Data Pipelines, Cloud Computing, Software Versioning, CI/CD, Continuous Monitoring, Debugging, Data Storage, Scalability, Data Quality
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Process Mapping, Business Process, Operational Efficiency, Business Process Improvement, Process Optimization, Customer experience improvement, Operational Analysis, Technology Strategies, Competitive Analysis, Business Strategy
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Sustainable Development, Environment, Sustainable Technologies, Environmental Science, Sustainability Standards, Corporate Sustainability, Energy and Utilities, Climate Change Adaptation, Employee Engagement, Education and Training
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Vendor Management, Hospitality, Hospitality Management, Vendor Relationship Management, Performance Measurement, Business Process, Business Process Management, Global Marketing, Business Communication, Process Optimization, Creative Problem-Solving, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Strategic Thinking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skillshare
Skills you'll gain: Web Analytics and SEO, Information Architecture, Technical Support
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: LangGraph, Generative AI Agents, Agentic systems, LLM Application, OpenAI, Artificial Intelligence, AI Personalization, Responsible AI, Tool Calling, Query Languages, User Interface (UI), Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Natural Language Processing, Python Programming, Automation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Numerical Analysis, Integral Calculus, Engineering Calculations, Applied Mathematics, Differential Equations, Algebra, Trigonometry, Engineering Analysis, Advanced Mathematics, General Mathematics, Physics, Geometry, Arithmetic, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Derivatives, Graphing, Deductive Reasoning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months