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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

    Linear Algebra: Linear Systems and Matrix Equations

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

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    University of Virginia

    Pricing Strategy Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Price Negotiation, Market Dynamics, Product Lifecycle Management, Revenue Management, Competitive Analysis, Target Market, Global Marketing, Market Share, Consumer Behaviour, Business Strategy, Product Strategy, Marketing Psychology, Marketing, Cost Accounting, Customer Insights, Customer Analysis, Value Propositions, Strategic Marketing, Economics, Presentations

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    University of Amsterdam

    Logic for Economists

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

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    298 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Imperial College London

    Infectious Disease Modelling

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Mathematical Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Simulations, Risk Modeling, Infectious Diseases, Public Health, Model Evaluation, R Programming, Differential Equations, Data Modeling, Statistical Methods

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    296 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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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, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Software, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Theoretical Computer Science, Performance Tuning, Linear Algebra

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    44 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Calculus through Data & Modeling: Limits & Derivatives

    Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Mathematical Software, Data Analysis, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Derivatives, Graphing, Algebra

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    209 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Columbia University

    Optimization Methods in Asset Management

    Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Investment Management, Asset Management, Estimation, Market Liquidity, Risk Management, Financial Market, Financial Modeling, Equities, Securities Trading, Market Dynamics, Financial Analysis, Statistical Analysis

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    43 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Numerical Methods for Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Engineering Calculations, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Software, Engineering Analysis, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software, Computational Thinking, Estimation, Integral Calculus, Scripting, Simulations, Calculus, Scientific Visualization, Programming Principles, Plot (Graphics), Algorithms

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    404 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    機器學習基石上 (Machine Learning Foundations)---Mathematical Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Machine Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Logistic Regression, Theoretical Computer Science, Classification Algorithms, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Algorithms

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    937 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Advanced Modeling for Discrete Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, Operations Research, Computational Logic, Data Structures

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    139 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    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, 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

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Differential Equations for Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Differential Equations, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Calculus, Integral Calculus, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Vibrations, Electrical Engineering, Derivatives

    4.9
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    2.2K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Linear Algebra: Linear Systems and Matrix Equations: Johns Hopkins University
  • Pricing Strategy Optimization: University of Virginia
  • Logic for Economists: University of Amsterdam
  • Infectious Disease Modelling: Imperial College London
  • Solving Algorithms for Discrete Optimization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Calculus through Data & Modeling: Limits & Derivatives: Johns Hopkins University
  • Optimization Methods in Asset Management: Columbia University
  • Numerical Methods for Engineers: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • 機器學習基石上 (Machine Learning Foundations)---Mathematical Foundations: National Taiwan University
  • Advanced Modeling for Discrete Optimization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong

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