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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


  • I

    Imperial College London

    Mathematics for Machine Learning: Multivariate Calculus

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

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    5.8K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • N

    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

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    937 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    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

  • P

    Packt

    Matrix Calculus for Data Science & Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Applied Mathematics, NumPy, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Science, Tensorflow, Python Programming, Derivatives, Algorithms, Development Environment

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    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
    ·
    6 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Columbia University

    Optimization Methods in Asset Management

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

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    46 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • J

    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

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    120 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad de Palermo

    Matemática para Negocios 

    Skills you'll gain: Business Mathematics, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Income Statement, Graphing, Financial Analysis, Case Studies, Business Metrics, Operating Cost, Business Analysis, Financial Statements, Mathematical Modeling, Arithmetic, Cost Accounting, Algebra, Sales

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    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

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    63 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • N

    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, Computational Thinking, Data Visualization, Complex Problem Solving, Decision Making, Performance Metric, Business Analytics

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Microsoft

    Data Processing and Optimization with Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Generative AI, Microsoft Copilot, Data Quality, Responsible AI, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Data Preprocessing, Data Cleansing, Data Processing, Data Synthesis, Data Transformation, Feature Engineering, Data Validation, Information Privacy

    3.7
    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    29 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    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

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    56 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Mathematics for Machine Learning: Multivariate Calculus: Imperial College London
  • 機器學習基石上 (Machine Learning Foundations)---Mathematical Foundations: National Taiwan University
  • Plant Design & Economics: Coursera
  • Matrix Calculus for Data Science & Machine Learning: Packt
  • 离散优化建模高阶篇 Advanced Modeling for Discrete Optimization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Optimization Methods in Asset Management: Columbia University
  • Calculus through Data & Modeling: Precalculus Review: Johns Hopkins University
  • Matemática para Negocios : Universidad de Palermo
  • Mathematical Foundations and Quantum Mechanics Essentials: Packt
  • Operations Research (4): Capstone Project: National Taiwan University

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