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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


  • U

    University of Amsterdam

    Logic for Economists

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

    ★ 4.4 (300) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • K

    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Math for AI Beginner Part 2 : Vector Calulus

    Skills you'll gain: Integral Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Calculus, Differential Equations, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, Machine Learning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Distributed Query Optimization and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Database Management, Database Architecture and Administration, Apache Hadoop, Database Theory, Query Languages, Database Management Systems, Big Data, Databases, SQL, Data Access, Distributed Computing, Data Processing, Data Integrity, Authorization (Computing), Data Storage Technologies, File Systems, Algorithms

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • T

    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    离散优化算法篇 Solving Algorithms for Discrete Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Model Optimization, Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Algorithms, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Combinatorics, Computational Logic, Performance Tuning, Program Development, Theoretical Computer Science, Linear Algebra

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
  • C

    Coursera

    ML Parameters Optimization: GridSearch, Bayesian, Random

    Skills you'll gain: Model Optimization, Model Evaluation, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Regression Analysis, Fine-tuning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Data Analysis

    ★ 4.9 (8) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • É

    École normale supérieure

    Approximation Algorithms Part I

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Combinatorics, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Operations Research, Linear Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Solution Design, Probability

    ★ 4.7 (558) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • P

    Packt

    Mathematical Foundations and Quantum Mechanics Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Quantum computing, Probability, Linear Algebra, Probability & Statistics, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Algebra, Physics

    ★ 4.4 (74) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • A

    Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute

    Optimizing Machine Learning Performance

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Model Deployment, Model Optimization, Business Operations, Machine Learning, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Operational Performance Management, Applied Machine Learning, Business Strategy, Risk Mitigation, Systems Integration, Stakeholder Communications

    ★ 4.4 (53) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Mathematical Biostatistics Boot Camp 1

    Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Bayesian Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference, Statistics, Probability, Probability Distribution, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Biostatistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing

    ★ 4.4 (546) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • 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: Model Optimization, Mathematical Modeling, Operations Research, Debugging, Computational Logic, Combinatorics, Code Reusability, Applied Mathematics, Algorithms

    ★ 4.3 (6) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Precalculus: Mathematical Modeling

    Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Data Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Data Modeling, Systems Of Measurement, Correlation Analysis, Regression Analysis, Trigonometry

    ★ 4.8 (98) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Mathematics for Engineers: The Capstone Course

    Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Software, Mechanical Engineering, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Differential Equations, Mechanics, Calculus

    ★ 5 (45) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular mathematical optimization courses

  • Logic for Economists: University of Amsterdam
  • Math for AI Beginner Part 2 : Vector Calulus: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Distributed Query Optimization and Security: Johns Hopkins University
  • 离散优化算法篇 Solving Algorithms for Discrete Optimization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • ML Parameters Optimization: GridSearch, Bayesian, Random: Coursera
  • Approximation Algorithms Part I: École normale supérieure
  • Mathematical Foundations and Quantum Mechanics Essentials: Packt
  • Optimizing Machine Learning Performance: Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute
  • Mathematical Biostatistics Boot Camp 1: Johns Hopkins University
  • 离散优化建模高阶篇 Advanced Modeling for Discrete Optimization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong

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