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    Explore mathematical optimization for decision-making. Learn about linear programming, nonlinear optimization, and algorithm development.

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      Universidad de Palermo

      Matemática Preuniversitaria

      Skills you'll gain: Algebra, Arithmetic, Mathematical Modeling, General Mathematics, Graphing

      4.8
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      University of Minnesota

      Optimization for Decision Making

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Mathematical Modeling, Business Modeling, Business Analytics, Analytics, Data Modeling, Business Mathematics, Process Optimization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Intelligence, Microsoft Excel, Solution Design, Decision Making, Linear Algebra, Resource Allocation, Graphing

      4.8
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      78 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Caltech

      Pricing Options with Mathematical Models

      Skills you'll gain: Derivatives, Financial Market, Risk Modeling, Mathematical Modeling, Financial Modeling, Credit Risk, Risk Management, Portfolio Management, Probability, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Probability Distribution, Calculus

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Supply Chain Optimization

      Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain Planning, Supply Chain Management, Inventory Management System, Process Optimization, Operations Management, Demand Planning, Resource Allocation, Capacity Management, Microsoft Excel, Cost Reduction, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling, Probability Distribution

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      47 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The Chinese University of Hong Kong

      Advanced Modeling for Discrete Optimization

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Mathematical Modeling, Operations Research, Combinatorics, Algorithms, Geometry, Data Structures

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      139 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Glasgow

      Evolutionary Computation and its Applications

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      The Chinese University of Hong Kong

      离散优化建模基础篇 Basic Modeling for Discrete Optimization

      Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Data Modeling, Functional Design, Computational Thinking, Decision Support Systems, Algorithms

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The Chinese University of Hong Kong

      Solving Algorithms for Discrete Optimization

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Computational Logic, Combinatorics, Algorithms, Applied Mathematics, Graph Theory, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Software, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Theoretical Computer Science, Performance Tuning, Linear Algebra

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      44 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Minnesota

      Matrix Methods

      Skills you'll gain: Dimensionality Reduction, NumPy, Linear Algebra, Machine Learning Methods, Data Analysis, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Applied Machine Learning, Data Manipulation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Algorithms, Python Programming

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      248 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Linear Algebra: Linear Systems and Matrix Equations

      Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Geometry

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      148 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Calculus for Machine Learning and Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Applied Mathematics, Calculus, Mathematical Modeling, NumPy, Machine Learning, Python Programming, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Derivatives

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

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Plant Design & Economics

      Skills you'll gain: Plant Operations and Management, Process Engineering, Cost Management, Process Improvement, Project Management, Engineering Management, Operational Efficiency, Process Analysis, Value Engineering, Process Optimization, Budgeting, Safety Assurance, Performance Improvement, Simulation and Simulation Software, Operational Excellence, Financial Planning

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Matemática Preuniversitaria: Universidad de Palermo
    • Optimization for Decision Making: University of Minnesota
    • Pricing Options with Mathematical Models: Caltech
    • Supply Chain Optimization: University of California, Irvine
    • Advanced Modeling for Discrete Optimization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
    • Evolutionary Computation and its Applications: University of Glasgow
    • 离散优化建模基础篇 Basic Modeling for Discrete Optimization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
    • Solving Algorithms for Discrete Optimization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
    • Matrix Methods: University of Minnesota
    • Linear Algebra: Linear Systems and Matrix Equations: Johns Hopkins University

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