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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.


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Popular Mathematical Optimization Courses and Certifications


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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    离散优化算法篇 Solving Algorithms for Discrete Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Algorithms, Mathematical Modeling, Combinatorics, Computational Logic, Advanced Mathematics, Performance Tuning, Theoretical Computer Science, Simulations, Linear Algebra

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of London

    Quantitative Foundations for International Business

    Skills you'll gain: Business Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Calculus, Financial Modeling, Algebra, Business Economics, Graphing

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Matrix Algebra for Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Engineering Calculations, Algebra, Engineering Analysis, General Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Arithmetic, Computational Logic

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    University of Glasgow

    Evolutionary Computation and its Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering Practices, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Engineering, Applied Mathematics

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science and Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Algorithms, Cryptography, Relational Databases, Data Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Mathematical Foundations for Cryptography

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Arithmetic, Algorithms, Applied Mathematics, Probability, Computer Science

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    333 reviews

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Linear Algebra for Machine Learning and Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, NumPy, Dimensionality Reduction, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning Methods, Advanced Mathematics, Data Manipulation, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Machine Learning, Python Programming, Algebra

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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

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    Imperial College London

    Mathematics for Machine Learning: Multivariate Calculus

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Calculus, Advanced Mathematics, Machine Learning Algorithms, Linear Algebra, Artificial Neural Networks, Mathematical Modeling, Python Programming, Derivatives

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Calculus for Machine Learning and Data Science

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

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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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    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Applied Math for Materials Science and Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Integral Calculus, Calculus, Advanced Mathematics, Materials science, Applied Mathematics, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Differential Equations, Derivatives

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • 离散优化算法篇 Solving Algorithms for Discrete Optimization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Quantitative Foundations for International Business: University of London
  • Matrix Algebra for Engineers: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Evolutionary Computation and its Applications: University of Glasgow
  • Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science and Engineering: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Mathematical Foundations for Cryptography: University of Colorado System
  • Linear Algebra for Machine Learning and Data Science: DeepLearning.AI
  • Algebra: Elementary to Advanced - Equations & Inequalities: Johns Hopkins University
  • Mathematics for Machine Learning: Multivariate Calculus: Imperial College London
  • Calculus for Machine Learning and Data Science: DeepLearning.AI

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