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    Master optimization techniques for improving system performance. Learn about linear programming, nonlinear optimization, and heuristic methods.

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    Explore the Optimization Course Catalog

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      Edureka

      Mastering Cloud: Security, Optimization & Migration on AWS

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Services, Cloud Security, Data Architecture, Network Architecture, Database Management Systems, Firewall, SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), Relational Databases, Network Security, Cloud Engineering, NoSQL, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Database Management, Continuous Monitoring, Software Architecture, Multi-Factor Authentication, Virtualization, Security Controls, Scalability

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Response Surfaces, Mixtures, and Model Building

      Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Experimentation, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Research Design, Mathematical Modeling, Data Analysis Software

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      67 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Accounting Data Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Visualization, Jupyter, Tableau Software, Matplotlib, Data Visualization Software, Unsupervised Learning, Pandas (Python Package), Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Manipulation, Machine Learning, Excel Macros, Text Mining, Applied Machine Learning, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Processing, Analytics, SQL, Python Programming, Exploratory Data Analysis

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      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      566 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Differential Calculus through Data and Modeling

      Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Data Modeling, Estimation, Graphing, Mathematical Modeling, Numerical Analysis, Algebra, Cost Estimation, Mathematical Software, Linear Algebra, Trigonometry, Operations Research, Data Analysis, Derivatives, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Geometry

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      364 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      McMaster University

      Experimentation for Improvement

      Skills you'll gain: Experimentation, Data Visualization, Predictive Modeling, Process Improvement and Optimization, Regression Analysis, Process Optimization, Statistical Software, Mathematical Modeling, R Programming, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      923 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Austral

      Pilares de Marketing Digital

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Marketing, Customer Relationship Management, Social Media, Digital Media Strategy, Social Media Strategy, Marketing Analytics, Marketing Strategies, Online Advertising, Web Analytics, Marketing, Sales Process, Business Analytics, Search Engine Marketing, Email Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Content Performance Analysis, Analytics, Target Audience

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      Oracle SQL Performance Tuning

      Skills you'll gain: Oracle Databases, Performance Tuning, SQL, Query Languages, Database Design, Stored Procedure, Database Management, Data Storage

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      88 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Approximation Algorithms and Linear Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Linear Algebra, Combinatorics, Computational Thinking, Mathematical Modeling, Theoretical Computer Science, Python Programming

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      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      47 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rice University

      Portfolio Selection and Risk Management

      Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Investment Management, Investments, Financial Market, Risk Management, Equities, Finance, Return On Investment, Risk Analysis, Statistical Methods, Probability Distribution, Correlation Analysis, Decision Making, Quantitative Research, Variance Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      617 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Novartis

      Drug Hunting: The Science of Making New Medicines

      Skills you'll gain: Drug Interaction, Clinical Trials, Pharmacology, Pharmaceuticals, Patient Safety, Clinical Research, Competitive Intelligence, Pharmacotherapy, Laboratory Research, Laboratory Testing, Biochemistry, Medical Science and Research, Safety Assurance, Chemistry, Medication Administration, Risk Analysis, Biology, Verification And Validation, Regulatory Compliance, Molecular Biology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      222 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Advanced Algorithms and Complexity

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Network Routing, Network Model, Graph Theory, Operations Research, Theoretical Computer Science, Network Analysis, Data Structures, Computational Thinking, Linear Algebra, Computer Science, Big Data, Python Programming, Probability & Statistics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      696 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Preparing for your Professional Cloud Architect Journey

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Process Analysis, Cloud Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Solutions, Solution Architecture, Process Optimization, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Computing, Configuration Management, Cloud Security, Network Infrastructure, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Business Requirements

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Mastering Cloud: Security, Optimization & Migration on AWS: Edureka
    • Response Surfaces, Mixtures, and Model Building: Arizona State University
    • Accounting Data Analytics: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Differential Calculus through Data and Modeling: Johns Hopkins University
    • Experimentation for Improvement: McMaster University
    • Pilares de Marketing Digital: Universidad Austral
    • Oracle SQL Performance Tuning: EDUCBA
    • Approximation Algorithms and Linear Programming : University of Colorado Boulder
    • Portfolio Selection and Risk Management: Rice University
    • Drug Hunting: The Science of Making New Medicines: Novartis

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