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.

Skills you'll gain: SQL, Query Languages, Database Design, Performance Tuning, Database Management, Database Development, Databases, PostgreSQL, Data Access
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: R Programming, Analysis, Mathematical Software, Data Analysis
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Frontend Performance, React.js, JavaScript Frameworks, Front-End Web Development, HTML and CSS, Web Development, Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Microsoft Visual Studio
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Planning, Operational Analysis, Process Improvement and Optimization, Capacity Planning, Production Planning, Data Analysis, R Programming
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Linear Algebra, Statistical Machine Learning, Probability, Bayesian Statistics, Probability Distribution, Mathematical Modeling, Machine Learning, Applied Mathematics, Statistical Inference, Dimensionality Reduction, Algebra
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Plant Operations and Management, Process Engineering, Cost Management, Process Improvement, Project Management, Engineering Management, Operational Efficiency, Process Analysis, Process Optimization, Budgeting, Engineering Design Process, Safety Standards, Performance Improvement, Simulation and Simulation Software, Cost Estimation, Operational Excellence, Financial Planning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Post-Production, Cinematography, 3D Modeling, Video Production, Image Quality, Layout Design, Color Theory
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Load Balancing, Google Cloud Platform, Containerization, DevOps, Performance Testing, Application Performance Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Configuration Management
Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Cloud Storage, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Management, Data Lakes, Data Import/Export, Data Storage, Big Data, Data Migration
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Glasgow
Skills you'll gain: Engineering Practices, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Engineering, Applied Mathematics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Performance Tuning, Database Management, Star Schema, Dashboard, Data Management, Cloud Storage, Data Storage
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Data Validation, Data Cleansing, Alteryx, Data Quality, Microsoft Excel, Data Integrity, Data Integration, Data Import/Export, Data Loss Prevention, Anomaly Detection
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours