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    Master optimization techniques for improving system performance. Learn about linear programming, nonlinear optimization, and heuristic methods.

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      Packt

      Planning and Control Using Microsoft Project 365 and 2021

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Project, Project Schedules, Resource Allocation, Resource Management, Scheduling, Project Controls, Milestones (Project Management), Project Management, Project Coordination, Project Planning, Timelines, Cost Management, Management Reporting, Calendar Management, Dependency Analysis, Work Breakdown Structure

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Learning and Development

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Generative AI, Training and Development, Artificial Intelligence, Learning Management Systems, Developing Training Materials, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Prompt Engineering, Employee Training, Instructional Design, Automation, Innovation

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      Fundamentals of Cloud FinOps

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Platforms, Cost Management, Cost Control, Budget Management, Expense Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Financial Controls, Billing, Accountability, Resource Utilization, Data-Driven Decision-Making

      3.1
      Rating, 3.1 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      Solar Power Generation

      Skills you'll gain: Simulation and Simulation Software, Electric Power Systems, Power Electronics, Electrical Systems, Energy and Utilities, Semiconductors, Electrical Equipment, Technology Solutions, Emerging Technologies, Environment, System Configuration, Cost Estimation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Call Centers: AI-Driven Customer Success

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Insights, ChatGPT, AI Personalization, Customer Engagement, Generative AI, Customer experience improvement, Cost Reduction, Prompt Engineering, Personalized Service, Workflow Management, Inbound Calls, Customer Service, Operational Efficiency, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Analysis

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Digital Media and Strategic Planning in Technology Markets

      Skills you'll gain: Value Propositions, Strategic Planning, Marketing Planning, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Digital Marketing, Digital Advertising, Business Strategy, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Competitive Analysis, Product Marketing, Digital Media Strategy, Web Analytics and SEO, Content Marketing, Email Marketing, Brand Marketing, Product Development, Google Ads, Entrepreneurship

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Align Design Teams with SCAMPER Brainstorming in Miro

      Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Brainstorming, Innovation, UI/UX Strategy, User Experience, Design and Product, Design Thinking, User Interface (UI) Design, Ideation, Service Design, Team Oriented, Creativity, Collaborative Software

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Organiza y administra el trabajo colaborativo con Wrike

      Skills you'll gain: Workflow Management, Collaborative Software, Team Oriented, Project Management Software, Organizational Skills, Process Optimization

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Uma Perspectiva Prática da Transformação Digital

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Business Transformation, Customer experience improvement, Process Improvement and Optimization, Business Process, Culture Transformation, Data Strategy, Customer experience strategy (CX), Organizational Strategy, Organizational Change, Innovation, Organizational Leadership, Business Technologies, Emerging Technologies, Strategic Partnership, Consumer Behaviour

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create your UX portfolio with Adobe Portfolio

      Skills you'll gain: Adobe Creative Cloud, User Experience Design, Information Architecture, Content Creation, Digital Publishing, Multimedia

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      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Packt

      Matrix Calculus for Data Science & Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Applied Mathematics, Applied Machine Learning, NumPy, Mathematical Modeling, Data Science, Numerical Analysis, Jupyter, Advanced Mathematics, Calculus, Machine Learning Algorithms, Tensorflow, Machine Learning, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Development Environment, Derivatives, Software Installation

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnKartS

      Kafka Architecture and Internals

      Skills you'll gain: Database Architecture and Administration, Network Monitoring

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Planning and Control Using Microsoft Project 365 and 2021: Packt
    • GenAI for Learning and Development: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Fundamentals of Cloud FinOps: Board Infinity
    • Solar Power Generation: L&T EduTech
    • GenAI for Call Centers: AI-Driven Customer Success: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Digital Media and Strategic Planning in Technology Markets: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Align Design Teams with SCAMPER Brainstorming in Miro: Coursera Project Network
    • Organiza y administra el trabajo colaborativo con Wrike: Coursera Project Network
    • Uma Perspectiva Prática da Transformação Digital: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Create your UX portfolio with Adobe Portfolio: Coursera Project Network

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