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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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    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

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    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
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    546 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Linear Algebra for Machine Learning and Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Dimensionality Reduction, Mathematical Software, Machine Learning Methods, Data Transformation, Data Manipulation, Applied Mathematics, Machine Learning, Python Programming, Algebra, Image Analysis

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    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
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    558 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    GenAI for Cash Flow Managers: Optimizing Liquidity Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Cash Flow Forecasting, Responsible AI, Cash Management, Accounts Payable, Financial Forecasting, Cash Flows, Accounts Payable and Receivable, Risk Management, Generative AI, Accounting and Finance Software, No-Code Development, Business Process Automation, Forecasting, Accounts Receivable, Prompt Engineering Tools, Regulatory Compliance, AI Integrations, International Financial Reporting Standards, ChatGPT, Automation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Optimize ML Models: Hyperparameter Tuning

    Skills you'll gain: Model Optimization, Model Training, Model Evaluation, Performance Tuning, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Applied Machine Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning Algorithms

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

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    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

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    8 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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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: 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

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    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

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    École normale supérieure

    Approximation Algorithms Part II

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Combinatorics, Algorithms, Operations Research, Graph Theory, Applied Mathematics, Model Optimization, Advanced Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Network Model, Probability, Probability & Statistics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    48 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    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

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    98 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Optimizing Machine Learning Performance: Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute
  • Mathematical Biostatistics Boot Camp 1: Johns Hopkins University
  • Linear Algebra for Machine Learning and Data Science: DeepLearning.AI
  • Approximation Algorithms Part I: École normale supérieure
  • GenAI for Cash Flow Managers: Optimizing Liquidity Planning: Coursera
  • Optimize ML Models: Hyperparameter Tuning: Coursera
  • 离散优化建模高阶篇 Advanced Modeling for Discrete Optimization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • ML Parameters Optimization: GridSearch, Bayesian, Random: Coursera
  • 离散优化算法篇 Solving Algorithms for Discrete Optimization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Math for AI Beginner Part 2 : Vector Calulus: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

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