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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: Precalculus Review

    Skills you'll gain: Data Modeling, Graphing, Mathematical Modeling, Algebra, Trigonometry, Linear Algebra, Calculus, Graphical Tools, Mathematical Software, Applied Mathematics, Geometry

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    118 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    Operations Research (4): Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Report Writing, Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Algorithms, Industrial Engineering, Business Modeling, Process Optimization, Engineering Calculations, Feasibility Studies, Project Design, Engineering Management, Business Operations, Data Visualization, Presentations, Complex Problem Solving, Business Analytics

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    École normale supérieure

    Approximation Algorithms Part II

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Combinatorics, Algorithms, Advanced Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Probability

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    45 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Princeton University

    Analytic Combinatorics

    Skills you'll gain: Combinatorics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Advanced Mathematics, Graph Theory, Theoretical Computer Science, Calculus, Probability, Computational Thinking

    4.7
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    71 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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: Applied Mathematics, Operations Research, Mathematical Modeling, Enterprise Modeling, Network Model, Statistical Modeling, Combinatorics, Functional Design, Mathematical Software, Computational Thinking, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Data Structures, Debugging

    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

    离散优化建模高阶篇 Advanced Modeling for Discrete Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Operations Research, Debugging, Traffic Flow Optimization, Computational Logic, Business Logic, Algorithms, Data Validation

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Algebra: Elementary to Advanced - Equations & Inequalities

    Skills you'll gain: Algebra, Arithmetic, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Graphing, Probability & Statistics

    4.8
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    625 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, Risk Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Health Policy, Forecasting, Model Evaluation, Data Analysis, Statistics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Amsterdam

    Logic for Economists

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

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    298 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Mathematical Foundations and Quantum Mechanics Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Probability, Linear Algebra, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Computational Logic, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Computer Science, Algebra, Physics

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    57 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Portfolio Optimization using Markowitz Model

    Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Portfolio Risk, Financial Modeling, Correlation Analysis, Investment Management, Financial Analysis, Risk Modeling

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    328 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Northeastern University

    Foundations of Statistical Learning & Algorithms

    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

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

  • Calculus through Data & Modeling: Precalculus Review: Johns Hopkins University
  • Operations Research (4): Capstone Project: National Taiwan University
  • Approximation Algorithms Part II: École normale supérieure
  • Analytic Combinatorics: Princeton University
  • 离散优化建模基础篇 Basic Modeling for Discrete Optimization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • 离散优化建模高阶篇 Advanced Modeling for Discrete Optimization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Algebra: Elementary to Advanced - Equations & Inequalities: Johns Hopkins University
  • Infectious Disease Modeling in Practice: Johns Hopkins University
  • Logic for Economists: University of Amsterdam
  • Mathematical Foundations and Quantum Mechanics Essentials: Packt

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