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Mathematical Optimization Courses

Mathematical optimization courses can help you learn linear programming, integer programming, and nonlinear optimization techniques. You can build skills in formulating optimization problems, analyzing constraints, and applying algorithms to find optimal solutions. Many courses introduce tools like Python, R, and MATLAB, which are used to implement optimization models and analyze data effectively.

Popular Mathematical Optimization Courses and Certifications


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    Johns Hopkins University

    Calculus through Data & Modeling: Applying Differentiation

    Skills you'll gain: Applied Mathematics, Model Optimization, Estimation, Calculus, Cost Estimation, Mathematical Modeling, Derivatives

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    60 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Amsterdam

    Logic for Economists

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Logical Reasoning, Deductive Reasoning, General Mathematics, Theoretical Computer Science

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    300 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Applied Math for Materials Science and Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Integral Calculus, Calculus, Differential Equations, Engineering Calculations, Materials science, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, General Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Derivatives

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of London

    Applied Mathematical Methods for Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Combinatorics, Probability & Statistics, Data Analysis, Advanced Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Geometry, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Probability, Algorithms, Algebra, Descriptive Statistics

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    National Taiwan University

    Operations Research (3): Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Network Model, Statistical Machine Learning, Case Studies, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Machine Learning, Model Optimization, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Transportation Operations, Business Analytics, Advanced Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Resource Allocation, Classification Algorithms, Algorithms

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    97 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Graphs and Networks

    Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Network Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Combinatorics, Network Model, Mathematical Modeling, Transportation Operations, Image Analysis, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Model Optimization, Computational Thinking, Problem Solving, Embeddings

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Web Analytics and SEO, Search Engine Optimization, Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), Content Marketing, Web Analytics, Blogs, Content Optimization, Search Engine Marketing, Content Creation, MarTech, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Content Performance Analysis, Content Development and Management, Digital Marketing Tools, Digital Marketing, Growth Strategies, Content Strategy, Market Research, Customer Engagement

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    37 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Infectious Disease Modeling in Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Mathematical Modeling, Infectious Diseases, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Infection Control, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Health Policy, Forecasting, Model Evaluation, Data Analysis

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

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    Columbia University

    Computational Methods in Pricing and Model Calibration

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Derivatives, Financial Market, Statistical Methods, Market Data, Financial Modeling, Securities (Finance), Mathematical Modeling, Numerical Analysis, Equities, Model Optimization, Python Programming, Algorithms, Case Studies

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    44 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    Operations Research (4): Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Report Writing, Operations Research, Research Reports, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Algorithms, Operational Analysis, Model Optimization, Business Modeling, Process Optimization, Project Design, Data Visualization, Complex Problem Solving, Performance Metric, Business Analytics

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Applied Machine Learning and Model Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Model Optimization, Feature Engineering, Applied Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning Methods, Statistical Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Predictive Modeling, Model Training, Data Preprocessing, Classification Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Dimensionality Reduction, Data Transformation, Fine-tuning

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    Geometry and Calculus for Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Applied Mathematics, Trigonometry, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Graphing, Calculus, Computer Science, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Geometry, Plot (Graphics), Mechanics, Computer Graphics, Graph Theory, Mathematical Modeling, Functional Requirement, Physics, Graphic Design, Derivatives

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Calculus through Data & Modeling: Applying Differentiation: Johns Hopkins University
  • Logic for Economists: University of Amsterdam
  • Applied Math for Materials Science and Engineering: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Applied Mathematical Methods for Computing: University of London
  • Operations Research (3): Theory: National Taiwan University
  • Graphs and Networks: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing: IBM
  • Infectious Disease Modeling in Practice: Johns Hopkins University
  • Computational Methods in Pricing and Model Calibration: Columbia University
  • Operations Research (4): Capstone Project: National Taiwan University

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