Optimization courses can help you learn techniques for improving performance, resource allocation, and decision-making processes. You can build skills in linear programming, heuristic methods, and simulation modeling, that support analyzing complex systems. Many courses introduce tools like Excel Solver, MATLAB, and Python libraries such as SciPy, enabling you to apply optimization methods to real-world problems in logistics, finance, and operations management.

Maven Analytics
Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Model Evaluation, Regression Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Analysis, Classification Algorithms, Statistical Analysis, Data Science, Data Preprocessing, Data Mining, Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning Algorithms, Customer Analysis, Supervised Learning, Histogram, Data Quality, Business Intelligence
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: SQL, Query Languages, Stored Procedure, Generative AI, AI Enablement, Maintainability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Stored Procedure, Object-Relational Mapping, SQL, Database Management, Relational Databases, .NET Framework, Query Languages, Databases, ASP.NET, Data Modeling, C# (Programming Language), Data Access, Performance Tuning, Data Migration, Microsoft Visual Studio
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Pearson
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Management, Application Lifecycle Management, Cloud Computing, Capacity Management, System Monitoring, Cloud Infrastructure, Performance Tuning, Cloud Applications, Network Monitoring, Network Performance Management, Event Monitoring, Cloud Storage, Continuous Monitoring, Change Control
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Database Management, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Management, Data Warehousing, Database Design, SQL, Transaction Processing, Stored Procedure, Data Security, Disaster Recovery, Encryption, Server Side, Data Encryption Standard, Data Integrity
Build toward a degree
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Unreal Engine, Virtual Environment, Computer Graphics, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Game Design, Animation and Game Design, User Interface (UI), Scalability, Performance Tuning, Design
Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Real Time Data, Kibana, Query Languages, Data Modeling, Distributed Computing, SQL, NoSQL, Scalability, JSON, Performance Tuning, Text Mining, System Configuration, Geospatial Information and Technology
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Metadata Management, Data Integration, Data Pipelines, Databases, Data Processing, Java, Data Warehousing, File Management, Data Import/Export, Data Migration, Data Manipulation, Data Mapping, Scalability, Data Transformation, Software Documentation, Software Installation, Context Management, Data Storage Technologies, Debugging
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Systems Integration, Enterprise Architecture, Data Governance, Cloud Deployment, Security Strategy, Cloud Management, Enterprise Security, Security Management, Security Controls, Problem Management, Threat Modeling, Continuous Monitoring
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Wide Area Networks, Network Troubleshooting, Network Monitoring, Software-Defined Networking, Virtual Networking, Network Performance Management, Firewall, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Services, Software As A Service, TCP/IP, Cloud Technologies, Network Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Responsible AI, AI Enablement, Miro AI, Data Ethics, Workflow Management, Employee Retention, Agentic Workflows, Talent Management, Succession Planning, Talent Acquisition, Talent Recruitment, Personally Identifiable Information, Automation, AI Personalization, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Digital Transformation, Performance Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Scrum (Software Development), Agile Project Management, Sprint Planning, Agile Methodology, Backlogs, Jira (Software), User Story, Sprint Retrospectives, Project Risk Management, Case Studies, Microsoft Teams, ChatGPT, Continuous Improvement Process
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months