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      Arizona State University

      Response Surfaces, Mixtures, and Model Building

      Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Experimentation, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Research Design, Statistical Software, Mathematical Modeling, Analysis, Data Analysis Software

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      67 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Kennesaw State University

      Six Sigma Advanced Analyze Phase

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Six Sigma, Process Improvement, Quality Improvement, Process Optimization, Statistical Analysis, Statistics, Data Analysis, Variance Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      972 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Build a Professional Resume using Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Applicant Tracking Systems, Professional Development, Graphic Design, Keyword Research, Personal Development, Detail Oriented

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      892 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Google

      Цифровий маркетинг і електронна комерція від Google

      Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Paid media, Order Fulfillment, Media Planning, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media, Google Ads, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Performance Measurement, Order Processing, Customer Acquisition Management, Brand Loyalty, Search Engine Marketing, Content Creation, Customer Relationship Management, Customer Retention, E-Commerce, Marketing Analytics, Campaign Management

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Glasgow

      Applied AI for Engineers and Scientists: Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Engineering Practices, Matlab, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Applied Mathematics, Artificial Neural Networks

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Clemson University

      Design and Analysis of Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Pseudocode, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Applied Mathematics, Design Strategies, Probability

      Build toward a degree

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Differential Calculus through Data and Modeling

      Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Data Modeling, Estimation, Graphing, Mathematical Modeling, Algebra, Cost Estimation, Mathematical Software, Engineering Calculations, Linear Algebra, Trigonometry, Operations Research, Data Analysis, Derivatives, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Geometry

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      366 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Advanced Algorithms and Complexity

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Network Routing, Network Model, Graph Theory, Operations Research, Theoretical Computer Science, Network Analysis, Data Structures, Computational Thinking, Linear Algebra, Computer Science, Big Data, Python Programming, Probability & Statistics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      698 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      E-Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Pay Per Click Advertising, Search Engine Marketing, Customer Retention, Persona Development, Digital Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Search Engine Optimization, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Target Audience, Keyword Research, Social Media Strategy, Digital Advertising, Marketing Effectiveness, Customer Acquisition Management, Customer experience improvement, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Customer Engagement, A/B Testing, Web Analytics, Social Media

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      393 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Novartis

      Drug Hunting: The Science of Making New Medicines

      Skills you'll gain: Pre-Clinical Development, Drug Interaction, Clinical Trials, Pharmacology, Drug Development, Pharmaceuticals, Patient Safety, Clinical Research, Competitive Intelligence, Safety Standards, Laboratory Testing, Biochemical Assays, Medication Administration, Pharmacotherapy, Pharmaceutical Terminology, Safety Assurance, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Laboratory Research, Chemistry

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      231 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Device-based Models with TensorFlow Lite

      Skills you'll gain: iOS Development, Android Development, Tensorflow, Swift Programming, Mobile Development, Applied Machine Learning, Embedded Systems, Machine Learning Methods, Computer Vision, Machine Learning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      653 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Preparing for your Professional Cloud Architect Journey

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Network Planning And Design, Cloud Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Solutions, Solution Architecture, Process Optimization, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Computing, Configuration Management, Cloud Security, Cloud Platforms, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Personalized Service, Business Requirements

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Response Surfaces, Mixtures, and Model Building: Arizona State University
    • Six Sigma Advanced Analyze Phase: Kennesaw State University
    • Build a Professional Resume using Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Цифровий маркетинг і електронна комерція від Google: Google
    • Applied AI for Engineers and Scientists: Foundations: University of Glasgow
    • Design and Analysis of Algorithms: Clemson University
    • Differential Calculus through Data and Modeling: Johns Hopkins University
    • Advanced Algorithms and Complexity: University of California San Diego
    • E-Marketing: University of California, Irvine
    • Drug Hunting: The Science of Making New Medicines: Novartis

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