• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Degrees
​
Log In
Join for Free
  • Browse
  • Optimization

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


  • E

    EDUCBA

    Microsoft Azure - Data Factory

    Skills you'll gain: Data Integration, Data Pipelines, Data Lakes, Microsoft Azure, Azure Synapse Analytics, Performance Tuning, Data Processing, Data Migration, Data Transformation, Data Validation, Microsoft SQL Servers, Data Storage

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    17 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • W

    Whizlabs

    Power BI: Data Modeling and Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Modeling, Star Schema, Data Warehousing, Data Security, Data Visualization Software, Pivot Tables And Charts, Performance Tuning, Business Intelligence, Excel Formulas, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    L&T EduTech

    AI Principles with Edge Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Internet Of Things, Unsupervised Learning, Python Programming, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Reinforcement Learning, Data Preprocessing, Natural Language Processing, Model Evaluation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Demystifying EV Batteries: Tech & Management

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Performance Tuning, Energy and Utilities, Thermal Management, Control Systems, Capacity Management, Electrical Safety, Sustainable Technologies, System Monitoring, Performance Analysis, Chemistry, Materials science, Continuous Monitoring

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    19 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • N

    New York University

    MOST from a Conceptual Perspective

    Skills you'll gain: Research Design, Experimentation, Clinical Trials, Clinical Research Ethics, Scientific Methods, Program Evaluation, Statistical Methods, Sample Size Determination, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Data Analysis

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    9 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Oracle SQL Performance Tuning

    Skills you'll gain: Oracle Databases, Performance Tuning, SQL, Query Languages, Database Design, Database Management, Data Storage

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    91 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Create a Superhero Name Generator with TensorFlow

    Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Natural Language Processing, Python Programming, Machine Learning Methods, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Data Preprocessing, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning, Deep Learning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    38 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • E

    EDUCBA

    AI Machine Learning with R & Python Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Matplotlib, Data Analysis, Data Mining, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, NumPy, Pandas (Python Package), Probability Distribution, Dimensionality Reduction, Model Evaluation, R Programming, Probability, Python Programming, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Preprocessing, Linear Algebra, Applied Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    17 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Azure Data Engineering: Cosmos DB, SQL & Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Azure Synapse Analytics, Microsoft Azure, Data Storage Technologies, Microsoft SQL Servers, Data Storage, Cloud Engineering, Data Architecture, Data Infrastructure, Performance Tuning, Query Languages, Database Design, SQL, NoSQL, Data Processing, Cloud Solutions, Analytics, Process Optimization, Data Modeling, System Monitoring

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Nmap for Penetration Testing: From Beginner to Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, TCP/IP, Vulnerability Scanning, General Networking, Network Protocols, Cyber Security Assessment, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Network Administration, Vulnerability Assessments, Firewall, Performance Tuning, Threat Detection, Network Analysis, Scripting, System Configuration

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • B

    Board Infinity

    Smart Contracts - Blockchain Technology Applied

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Secure Coding, Application Security, Legal Technology, Vulnerability Assessments, Program Development, Software Development Tools, Development Testing, Debugging, Application Deployment, Emerging Technologies, Performance Tuning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    SEO Strategy: Analyze, Apply & Optimize

    Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Target Audience, Web Analytics and SEO, Keyword Research, Market Opportunities, Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Competitive Analysis, Analysis, Auditing, Business Metrics

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

1…515253…116

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

  • Microsoft Azure - Data Factory: EDUCBA
  • Power BI: Data Modeling and Data Analysis: Whizlabs
  • AI Principles with Edge Computing: L&T EduTech
  • Demystifying EV Batteries: Tech & Management: Coursera
  • MOST from a Conceptual Perspective: New York University
  • Oracle SQL Performance Tuning: EDUCBA
  • Create a Superhero Name Generator with TensorFlow: Coursera
  • AI Machine Learning with R & Python Projects: EDUCBA
  • Azure Data Engineering: Cosmos DB, SQL & Analytics: Coursera
  • Nmap for Penetration Testing: From Beginner to Advanced: Packt

Skills you can learn in Algorithms

Graphs (22)
Mathematical Optimization (21)
Computer Program (20)
Data Structure (19)
Problem Solving (19)
Algebra (12)
Computer Vision (10)
Discrete Mathematics (10)
Graph Theory (10)
Image Processing (10)
Linear Algebra (10)
Reinforcement Learning (10)

Other topics to explore

Arts and Humanities
338 courses
Business
1095 courses
Computer Science
668 courses
Data Science
425 courses
Information Technology
145 courses
Health
471 courses
Math and Logic
70 courses
Personal Development
137 courses
Physical Science and Engineering
413 courses
Social Sciences
401 courses
Language Learning
150 courses

Coursera Footer

Skills

  • Accounting
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data Analytics
  • Digital Marketing
  • Human Resources (HR)
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Project Management
  • Python
  • SQL

Professional Certificates

  • Google AI Certificate
  • Google Cybersecurity Certificate
  • Google Data Analytics Certificate
  • Google IT Support Certificate
  • Google Project Management Certificate
  • Google UX Design Certificate
  • IBM AI Engineering Certificate
  • IBM AI Product Manager Certificate
  • IBM Data Science Certificate
  • Intuit Academy Bookkeeping Certificate

Courses & Specializations

  • AI Essentials Specialization
  • AI For Business Specialization
  • AI For Everyone Course
  • AI in Healthcare Specialization
  • Deep Learning Specialization
  • Excel Skills for Business Specialization
  • Financial Markets Course
  • Machine Learning Specialization
  • Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT Course
  • Python for Everybody Specialization

Career Resources

  • Career Aptitude Test
  • CAPM Certification Requirements
  • CompTIA A+ Certification Requirements
  • CompTIA Security+ Certification Requirements
  • Essential IT Certifications
  • Free IT Certifications and Courses
  • High-Income Skills to Learn
  • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
  • PMP Certification Requirements
  • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications

Coursera

  • About
  • What We Offer
  • Leadership
  • Careers
  • Catalog
  • Coursera Plus
  • Professional Certificates
  • MasterTrack® Certificates
  • Degrees
  • For Enterprise
  • For Government
  • For Campus
  • Become a Partner
  • Social Impact
  • Free Courses
  • Share your Coursera learning story

Community

  • Learners
  • Partners
  • Beta Testers
  • Blog
  • The Coursera Podcast
  • Tech Blog

More

  • Press
  • Investors
  • Terms
  • Privacy
  • Help
  • Accessibility
  • Contact
  • Articles
  • Directory
  • Affiliates
  • Modern Slavery Statement
  • Do Not Sell/Share
Learn Anywhere
Download on the App Store
Get it on Google Play
Logo of Certified B Corporation
© 2026 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Coursera Facebook
  • Coursera Linkedin
  • Coursera Twitter
  • Coursera YouTube
  • Coursera Instagram
  • Coursera TikTok