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    Study operations research for solving complex organizational problems. Learn about optimization, simulation, and decision analysis techniques.

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Operations Management: Organization and Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Organizational Strategy, Manufacturing Operations, Operational Analysis, Business Operations, Supply Chain, Inventory Management System, Process Analysis, Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Strategy, Process Design, Cost Benefit Analysis, Demand Planning, Capacity Management, Service Level

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Business Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: People Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Analytics, Descriptive Analytics, Business Intelligence, Human Resource Strategy, Financial Data, Marketing Analytics, Talent Management, Financial Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Peer Review, Data Analysis, Operations Research, Financial Statement Analysis, Analytics, Financial Forecasting, Customer Insights, Workforce Planning, Demand Planning

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Introduction to Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Clinical Research, Qualitative Research, Data Synthesis, Scientific Methods, Research Methodologies, Data Collection, Biostatistics, Analysis, Quantitative Research, Risk Analysis, Statistical Methods, Epidemiology, Statistical Analysis

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

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

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Digital Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Marketing Analytics, Keyword Research, Email Marketing, Customer experience strategy (CX), Google Analytics, Search Engine Marketing, Marketing Communications, Digital Marketing, Analytics, Digital Media Strategy, Content Marketing, Online Advertising, Web Analytics and SEO, Marketing, Web Analytics, Search Engine Optimization, Marketing Strategies, Data Analysis, Data Visualization

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Yale University

      A Law Student's Toolkit

      Skills you'll gain: Legal Strategy, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Case Law, Civil Procedures, Policy Analysis, Learning Strategies, Economics

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

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      NVIDIA

      AI Infrastructure and Operations Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, IT Infrastructure, Deep Learning, Network Infrastructure, Tensorflow, Hardware Architecture, Machine Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Data Centers, Computer Architecture, Data Storage

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      User Experience Research and Design

      Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, Surveys, Qualitative Research, Usability Testing, User Experience Design, User Research, User Experience, User Story, Prototyping, Wireframing, User Centered Design, Survey Creation, Sampling (Statistics), Design Research, Interaction Design, Ideation, A/B Testing, Conceptual Design, Persona (User Experience), Web Analytics

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Qualitative Research

      Skills you'll gain: Focus Group, Qualitative Research, Discussion Facilitation, Survey Creation, Market Research, Research, Research Reports, Recruitment, Research Methodologies, Interviewing Skills, Recruitment Strategies, Report Writing, Sample Size Determination

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      Conduct UX Research and Test Early Concepts

      Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, Usability Testing, Presentations, User Experience Design, User Research, Mobile Development, Data Ethics, Research Design, Prototyping, Technical Communication, Information Privacy

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

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      IESE Business School

      Operations Management

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Process Improvement, Process Design, Process Analysis, Business Process Improvement, Inventory Management, Process Management, Business Operations, Operational Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Operational Efficiency, Inventory Management System, Business Process, Workflow Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Capacity Management, Prioritization

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Deep Teaching Solutions

      Learning How to Learn: Powerful mental tools to help you master tough subjects

      Skills you'll gain: Learning Strategies, Time Management, Willingness To Learn, Productivity, Growth Mindedness, Mental Concentration, Creativity, Self-Discipline, Cognitive flexibility, Stress Management, Adaptability

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

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular operations research courses

    • Operations Management: Organization and Analysis: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Business Analytics: University of Pennsylvania
    • Introduction to Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis: Johns Hopkins University
    • Search Engine Optimization (SEO): University of California, Davis
    • Digital Marketing: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • A Law Student's Toolkit: Yale University
    • AI Infrastructure and Operations Fundamentals: NVIDIA
    • User Experience Research and Design: University of Michigan
    • Qualitative Research: University of California, Davis
    • Conduct UX Research and Test Early Concepts: Google

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