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    Understand discrete optimization for solving combinatorial problems. Learn to apply optimization techniques in operations research and computer science.

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Dynamic Programming, Greedy Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Algorithms, Data Structures, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Computational Logic, Computer Science, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Program Development, Analysis, Design Strategies, Data Analysis

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      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Algorithms for Searching, Sorting, and Indexing

      Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Analysis, Big Data, Probability & Statistics

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      501 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      Google Marketing Digital e E-Commerce

      Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Data Storytelling, Social Media Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Marketing Budgets, Social Media, Order Fulfillment, Media Planning, Search Engine Marketing, Paid media, Google Ads, Marketing Analytics, Social Media Strategy, Customer Retention, A/B Testing, Google Analytics, Customer Relationship Management, Online Advertising, Customer experience strategy (CX), Campaign Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      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

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      Google

      Make the Sale: Build, Launch, and Manage E-commerce Stores

      Skills you'll gain: Order Fulfillment, E-Commerce, Google Ads, Digital Advertising, Customer experience improvement, Market Research, Sales, Marketing Strategies, Market Trend, Process Optimization, Web Design and Development, Target Audience

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Meta

      Meta Marketing Science Certification Prep

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Bayesian Statistics, Descriptive Statistics, Marketing Effectiveness, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, A/B Testing, Target Audience, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Planning, Statistical Inference, Sampling (Statistics), Data Collection, Data Modeling, Statistics, Advertising Campaigns, Campaign Management, Marketing, Analytics, Google Analytics, Data Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      VLSI CAD Part II: Layout

      Skills you'll gain: Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Hardware Design, Computer-Aided Design, Electronic Hardware, Systems Design, Computer Architecture, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Semiconductors, Network Routing, Computational Logic, Data Structures, Algorithms, Mathematical Modeling, Calculus

      4.7
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      282 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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

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      Stanford University

      Graph Search, Shortest Paths, and Data Structures

      Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Network Model, Network Analysis, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Network Routing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University at Buffalo

      Digital Manufacturing & Design

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing Operations, Industrial Engineering, Business Transformation, Digital Design, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Product Lifecycle Management, Supply Chain, Market Dynamics, Safety and Security, Workforce Development

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      Attract and Engage Customers with Digital Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Google Ads, Search Engine Optimization, Target Audience, Digital Marketing, Online Advertising, Web Analytics and SEO, Persona Development, Keyword Research, Pay Per Click Advertising, Digital Advertising, Marketing, Advertising Campaigns, Marketing Strategies, Customer Acquisition Management, Lead Generation, Google Analytics

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Macquarie University

      Excel Skills for Business: Intermediate II

      Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Excel Macros, Data Validation, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Modeling, Financial Forecasting, Predictive Modeling, Financial Modeling, Workflow Management, Data Integrity, Business Modeling, Automation, Process Optimization

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Dynamic Programming, Greedy Algorithms: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Algorithms for Searching, Sorting, and Indexing: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Google Marketing Digital e E-Commerce: Google
    • 离散优化建模高阶篇 Advanced Modeling for Discrete Optimization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
    • Make the Sale: Build, Launch, and Manage E-commerce Stores: Google
    • Meta Marketing Science Certification Prep: Meta
    • VLSI CAD Part II: Layout: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • 离散优化算法篇 Solving Algorithms for Discrete Optimization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
    • Graph Search, Shortest Paths, and Data Structures: Stanford University
    • Digital Manufacturing & Design: University at Buffalo

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