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    Understand discrete optimization for solving combinatorial problems. Learn to apply optimization techniques in operations research and computer science.

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Fundamentals of Quantitative Modeling

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Modeling, Mathematical Modeling, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Business Modeling, Financial Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Process Optimization, Risk Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Markov Model, Business Process Improvement, Simulation and Simulation Software, Probability

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Davis

      Introduction to Google SEO

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Persona Development, Keyword Research, Digital Marketing, Web Content, Content Strategy, Content Creation, Target Audience, Consumer Behaviour, Algorithms, Data Analysis, Business Reporting

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Foundations of Data Structures and Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Data Structures, Graph Theory, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Operations Research, Theoretical Computer Science, Cryptography, Programming Principles, Numerical Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Encryption, Mathematical Modeling, Computational Thinking, Software Design, Program Development, Design Strategies, Computer Programming, Computational Logic, Linear Algebra, Python Programming

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      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google

      Attract and Engage Customers with Digital Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Google Ads, Search Engine Optimization, Digital Advertising, Online Advertising, Persona Development, Digital Marketing, Keyword Research, Marketing, Web Analytics and SEO, Marketing Strategies, Pay Per Click Advertising, Target Audience, Customer Acquisition Management, Customer Engagement, Advertising, Web Content

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Introduction to Probability and Data with R

      Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Exploratory Data Analysis, R Programming, Bayesian Statistics, Data Analysis, Probability Distribution, Probability, Statistical Analysis, Quantitative Research, Statistics, Statistical Inference, Descriptive Statistics

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Numerical Methods for Engineers

      Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Numerical Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Linear Algebra, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Differential Equations, Integral Calculus, Scripting, Calculus, Computational Thinking, Plot (Graphics), Algorithms

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      393 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Algorithmic Toolbox

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Program Development, Theoretical Computer Science, Debugging, Software Testing, Development Testing

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google

      Google Marketing Digital e E-Commerce

      Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, A/B Testing, Media Planning, Marketing Analytics, Paid media, Social Media Strategy, Data Storytelling, Social Media Management, Keyword Research, Marketing Effectiveness, Online Advertising, Search Engine Optimization, Google Analytics, Order Fulfillment, Customer Retention, Loyalty Programs, Digital Marketing, Marketing, Campaign Management

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Portfolio Optimization using Markowitz Model

      Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Asset Management, Investments, Correlation Analysis, Risk Modeling, Financial Analysis, Performance Metric, Performance Measurement

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      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Stanford University

      Shortest Paths Revisited, NP-Complete Problems and What To Do About Them

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Graph Theory, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Design Strategies

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Dynamic Programming, Greedy Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Operations Research, Theoretical Computer Science, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Mathematical Modeling, Computational Thinking, Program Development, Design Strategies, Computer Programming, Applied Mathematics, Computational Logic, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Computer Science, Python Programming, Advanced Mathematics, Arithmetic

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      222 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Amazon Web Services

      Amazon Bedrock Customization, Optimization & Automation

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, AWS SageMaker, Prompt Engineering, AI Personalization, Automation, Large Language Modeling, Performance Tuning, Data Pipelines, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Processing

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Fundamentals of Quantitative Modeling: University of Pennsylvania
    • Introduction to Google SEO: University of California, Davis
    • Foundations of Data Structures and Algorithms: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Attract and Engage Customers with Digital Marketing: Google
    • Introduction to Probability and Data with R: Duke University
    • Numerical Methods for Engineers: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Algorithmic Toolbox: University of California San Diego
    • Google Marketing Digital e E-Commerce: Google
    • Portfolio Optimization using Markowitz Model: Coursera Project Network
    • Shortest Paths Revisited, NP-Complete Problems and What To Do About Them: Stanford University

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