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      Coursera Project Network

      FEM - Linear, Nonlinear Analysis & Post-Processing

      Skills you'll gain: Finite Element Methods, Engineering Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Structural Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      188 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Mathematics for Engineers: The Capstone Course

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

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      38 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Davis

      Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

      Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Search Engine Optimization, Persona Development, Web Analytics and SEO, Search Engine Marketing, Content Creation, Social Media Strategy, Target Audience, Social Media, Content Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Google Analytics, Digital Media Strategy, Forecasting, Content Development and Management, Content Performance Analysis, Expectation Management, Digital Marketing, Content Marketing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      13K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Packt

      Advanced Ecommerce Features and Optimization

      Skills you'll gain: Email Automation, Search Engine Optimization, E-Commerce, Order Management, Marketing Automation, Product Improvement, Real Time Data, Driving engagement, Payment Processing and Collection

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      ML Parameters Optimization: GridSearch, Bayesian, Random

      Skills you'll gain: Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Regression Analysis, Performance Tuning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Statistical Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Bayesian Statistics, Data Analysis

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Search Engine Optimization (SEO) with Squarespace

      Skills you'll gain: Blogs, Content Management Systems, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Keyword Research, Web Content

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera

      YouTube Optimization: Grow Your Presence

      Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Search Engine Optimization, Keyword Research, Performance Analysis, Marketing Analytics, Web Analytics and SEO, Content Strategy, Analytics, Marketing Channel, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Social Media Strategy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Revenue Management, Social Media Management, Brand Marketing

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Job Shop Scheduling Using MILP Optimization on RStudio

      Skills you'll gain: R Programming, R (Software), Analysis, Mathematical Software, Data Analysis

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Starweaver

      Effective Inventory Management and Optimization

      Skills you'll gain: Inventory Control, Inventory Management, Inventory Management System, Customer Demand Planning, Demand Planning, Materials Management, Warehousing, Order Fulfillment, Forecasting, Cost Control, Operational Efficiency, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Virginia

      Pricing Strategy Optimization

      Skills you'll gain: Price Negotiation, Market Dynamics, Product Lifecycle Management, Revenue Management, Competitive Analysis, Target Market, Global Marketing, Market Share, Consumer Behaviour, Business Strategy, Product Strategy, Marketing Psychology, Marketing, Cost Accounting, Customer Insights, Customer Analysis, Value Propositions, Strategic Marketing, Economics, Presentations

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      920 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Supply Chain Optimization

      Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Planning, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Demand Planning, Operational Efficiency, Inventory Management System, Generative AI, Logistics, Forecasting, Operational Analysis, Business Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Business Process Automation, Emerging Technologies, Predictive Analytics, Automation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Simplilearn

      Search Engine Optimization

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Google Ads, Google Analytics, Keyword Research, Digital Marketing, Information Architecture, Content Strategy, Content Creation, User Experience

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • FEM - Linear, Nonlinear Analysis & Post-Processing: Coursera Project Network
    • Mathematics for Engineers: The Capstone Course: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Search Engine Optimization (SEO): University of California, Davis
    • Advanced Ecommerce Features and Optimization: Packt
    • ML Parameters Optimization: GridSearch, Bayesian, Random: Coursera Project Network
    • Search Engine Optimization (SEO) with Squarespace : Coursera Project Network
    • YouTube Optimization: Grow Your Presence: Coursera
    • Job Shop Scheduling Using MILP Optimization on RStudio: Coursera Project Network
    • Effective Inventory Management and Optimization : Starweaver
    • Pricing Strategy Optimization: University of Virginia

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