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.

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Responsible AI, Generative AI, DevOps, Devops Tools, CI/CD, Terraform, Software Documentation, Kubernetes, Prompt Engineering, Data Ethics, Automation, Innovation, Productivity
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Oracle Databases, Performance Tuning, SQL, Query Languages, Database Design, Stored Procedure, Database Management, Data Storage
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Apache Kafka, Apache Hadoop, Apache Spark, Real Time Data, Scala Programming, Data Integration, Command-Line Interface, Apache Hive, Big Data, Applied Machine Learning, Data Processing, Apache, System Design and Implementation, Apache Cassandra, Data Pipelines, Java, Distributed Computing, IntelliJ IDEA, Application Deployment, Enterprise Application Management
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Skills you'll gain: Cash Flow Forecasting, Responsible AI, Cash Management, Accounts Payable, Financial Forecasting, Risk Management, Generative AI, Data Ethics, No-Code Development, Financial Data, Business Process Automation, Forecasting, Accounts Receivable, AI Enablement, Regulatory Compliance, Compliance Training, International Financial Reporting Standards, ChatGPT, Automation, Prompt Engineering
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Skills you'll gain: Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Energy and Utilities, Engineering Design Process, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Control Systems, Cost Estimation, Mathematical Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software, Safety Standards
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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)
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Linux, Package and Software Management, Linux Administration, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, File Systems, Scripting, User Accounts, Linux Servers, Command-Line Interface, Shell Script, System Configuration, Linux Commands, Unix Shell, Operating System Administration, Unix Commands, Open Source Technology, Disaster Recovery, System Monitoring, Systems Administration, Web Servers
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Human Resources, Responsible AI, Developing Training Materials, Generative AI, AI Enablement, Workforce Development, Miro AI, Data Ethics, Recruitment, Generative AI Agents, People Analytics, People Management, AI Personalization, Talent Management, Automation, Talent Acquisition, Prompt Engineering, No-Code Development, Agentic systems, Business Operations
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Dartmouth College
Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Analytics, Business Analytics, Process Optimization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Data Science, Feature Engineering, Complex Problem Solving, Logistics, Model Evaluation, Python Programming, Decision Making, Cloud Computing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

LearnKartS
Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Containerization, Kubernetes, CI/CD, Application Deployment, DevOps, Ubuntu, Development Environment, Software Configuration Management, Software Installation, Application Lifecycle Management, Command-Line Interface
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Operations Research, Advanced Analytics, Process Mapping, Operational Analysis, Process Optimization, Project Scoping, Project Planning, Production Planning, Capacity Planning, Solution Design, Needs Assessment, Business Analysis, Analytics, Portfolio Management, Investment Management, Complex Problem Solving, Staff Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours