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    Explore mathematical optimization for decision-making. Learn about linear programming, nonlinear optimization, and algorithm development.

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      Imperial College London

      Infectious Disease Modelling

      Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Mathematical Modeling, Infectious Diseases, Risk Modeling, Simulations, Statistical Modeling, Public Health, Differential Equations, R Programming, Quantitative Research, Applied Mathematics, Data Validation, Probability, Probability & Statistics, Algorithms

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      Stanford University

      Greedy Algorithms, Minimum Spanning Trees, and Dynamic Programming

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

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      Vanderbilt University

      ChatGPT + Zapier: AI-Powered Email Mastery

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Workflow Management, Business Process Automation, Generative AI, Gmail, Automation, Spreadsheet Software, Productivity Software, Microsoft Excel, Process Optimization, Microsoft Outlook, Email Marketing, Artificial Intelligence, AI Personalization, Large Language Modeling, Operational Efficiency, Data Mapping, Data Entry, Organizational Skills

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Differential Equations for Engineers

      Skills you'll gain: Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Advanced Mathematics, Calculus, Linear Algebra, Numerical Analysis, Integral Calculus, Vibrations, Mathematical Modeling, Electrical Engineering, Algebra, Derivatives

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      University of California San Diego

      Mathematical Thinking in Computer Science

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Logical Reasoning, Deductive Reasoning, Combinatorics, Mathematical Modeling, Algorithms, Applied Mathematics

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      University of California, Davis

      Google SEO Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Keyword Research, Digital Marketing, Content Strategy, Marketing, Content Creation, Social Media, Information Architecture, Artificial Intelligence, Technical Documentation

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      The Chinese University of Hong Kong

      Basic Modeling for Discrete Optimization

      Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Operations Research, Mathematical Modeling, Computational Thinking, Combinatorics, Graph Theory, Mathematical Software, Data Structures

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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Prescriptive Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Business Analytics, Mathematical Modeling, Network Model, Advanced Analytics, Analytical Skills, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Microsoft Excel, Business Modeling, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Financial Analysis, Machine Learning, Bayesian Statistics, Decision Making, Resource Allocation, Artificial Neural Networks

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      University of Amsterdam

      Logic for Economists

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Logical Reasoning, Deductive Reasoning, General Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics

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      National Taiwan University

      機器學習基石上 (Machine Learning Foundations)---Mathematical Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Theoretical Computer Science, Machine Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Regression Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Algorithms

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      Universidad Austral

      Fundamentos de Excel para Negocios

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Data Analysis, Spreadsheet Software, Data Entry, Data Visualization, Productivity Software, Financial Analysis, Data Management, System Configuration

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Algebra: Elementary to Advanced - Equations & Inequalities

      Skills you'll gain: Algebra, Arithmetic, Graphing, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling

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

    • Infectious Disease Modelling: Imperial College London
    • Greedy Algorithms, Minimum Spanning Trees, and Dynamic Programming: Stanford University
    • ChatGPT + Zapier: AI-Powered Email Mastery: Vanderbilt University
    • Differential Equations for Engineers: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Mathematical Thinking in Computer Science: University of California San Diego
    • Google SEO Fundamentals: University of California, Davis
    • Basic Modeling for Discrete Optimization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
    • Prescriptive Analytics: O.P. Jindal Global University
    • Logic for Economists: University of Amsterdam
    • 機器學習基石上 (Machine Learning Foundations)---Mathematical Foundations: National Taiwan University

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