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    Master optimization techniques for improving system performance. Learn about linear programming, nonlinear optimization, and heuristic methods.

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      The Chinese University of Hong Kong

      离散优化算法篇 Solving Algorithms for Discrete Optimization

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Algorithms, Mathematical Modeling, Performance Tuning, Programming Principles, Theoretical Computer Science, Linear Algebra

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Universidad Austral

      Fundamentos de Excel para Negocios

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Data Visualization, Data Entry, Business Mathematics, Data Import/Export, Productivity Software, Data Management, Financial Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      5.3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Novartis

      Lead Selection & Optimization

      Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Pharmaceuticals, Clinical Research, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Laboratory Research, Infectious Diseases, Research Design

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      EDUCBA

      Automation and Optimization in Azure

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Network Architecture, Network Performance Management, Network Monitoring, Performance Tuning, System Monitoring, Virtual Machines, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Virtual Environment, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), System Configuration, Windows PowerShell, Automation, Command-Line Interface

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving, Part 1

      Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Programming Principles, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Data Structures, Program Development, Computer Programming, Spreadsheet Software, Problem Solving, Automation, Algorithms, Debugging, Data Management, Data Cleansing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      4.3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Pennsylvania

      AI Fundamentals for Non-Data Scientists

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Big Data, Machine Learning, Customer Data Management, Tensorflow, Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning, Algorithms, Process Optimization, Data Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Natural Language Processing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      764 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • T

      The Chinese University of Hong Kong

      离散优化建模高阶篇 Advanced Modeling for Discrete Optimization

      Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, Operations Research, Debugging, Performance Tuning, Algorithms

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      B

      Board Infinity

      Performance Optimization and Utilities in Teradata

      Skills you'll gain: Teradata SQL, Performance Tuning, Stored Procedure, Solution Design, Extract, Transform, Load, Database Management, Data Import/Export, Database Design, System Implementation, Data Warehousing, Emerging Technologies

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Supply Chain Network Optimization Using MILP on RStudio

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Planning, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Process Optimization, Capacity Planning, Production Planning, Data Analysis, R Programming

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      ML Parameters Optimization: GridSearch, Bayesian, Random

      Skills you'll gain: Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Regression Analysis, Performance Tuning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Statistical Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Bayesian Statistics, Data Analysis

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Operations Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Descriptive Analytics, Predictive Analytics, Analytics, Demand Planning, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Operational Analysis, Business Operations, Risk Analysis, Forecasting, Operations Management, Simulation and Simulation Software, Process Optimization, Decision Making, Decision Tree Learning, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Excel, Probability Distribution

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      5.1K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
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      Coursera

      Instagram Optimization: Grow Your Presence

      Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Content Performance Analysis, Social Media Management, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Brand Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Drive Engagement, Content Strategy, Customer Engagement, Marketing Analytics, Content Creation, Performance Metric, Analytics

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • 离散优化算法篇 Solving Algorithms for Discrete Optimization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
    • Fundamentos de Excel para Negocios: Universidad Austral
    • Lead Selection & Optimization: Novartis
    • Automation and Optimization in Azure: EDUCBA
    • Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving, Part 1: University of Colorado Boulder
    • AI Fundamentals for Non-Data Scientists: University of Pennsylvania
    • 离散优化建模高阶篇 Advanced Modeling for Discrete Optimization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
    • Performance Optimization and Utilities in Teradata: Board Infinity
    • Supply Chain Network Optimization Using MILP on RStudio: Coursera Project Network
    • ML Parameters Optimization: GridSearch, Bayesian, Random: Coursera Project Network

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