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    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of North Texas

      Math Prep: College & Work Ready

      Skills you'll gain: Arithmetic, Probability & Statistics, Graphing, Geometry, Statistics, Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Systems Of Measurement

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      287 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • A

      Arizona State University

      Design of Experiments

      Skills you'll gain: Experimentation, Sample Size Determination, Research Design, Regression Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Data Analysis Software, Statistical Modeling, Design Strategies, Probability & Statistics, Data Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Data Transformation, Descriptive Statistics, Probability Distribution, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Variance Analysis, Quality Control

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      360 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      P

      Princeton University

      Algorithms, Part II

      Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Operations Research, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Network Routing, Programming Principles, Network Model, Java Programming

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      2K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      C

      Codio

      C++: Data Structures and Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Data Structures, C++ (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Algebra: Elementary to Advanced

      Skills you'll gain: Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Graphing, Arithmetic, Advanced Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, General Mathematics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Analytical Skills, Probability & Statistics, Geometry

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      725 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      Universidad de los Andes

      Aprendizaje de las matemáticas de primaria

      Skills you'll gain: Mathematics Education, Arithmetic, Geometry, Systems Of Measurement, Applied Mathematics

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      497 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Foundations of Data Structures and Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Data Structures, Graph Theory, Operations Research, Theoretical Computer Science, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Computational Thinking, Cryptography, Computer Science, Programming Principles, Pseudocode, Applied Mathematics, Encryption, Network Model, Linear Algebra, Combinatorics, Advanced Mathematics, Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Tree Maps

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      803 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • D

      DeepLearning.AI

      Probability & Statistics for Machine Learning & Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability & Statistics, Sampling (Statistics), Probability Distribution, Probability, Statistical Inference, A/B Testing, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Machine Learning, Data Science, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Visualization

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      558 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      N

      National Taiwan University

      Operations Research (2): Optimization Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Linear Algebra, Numerical Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Algorithms, Process Optimization, Engineering Calculations, Program Implementation, Mathematical Software, Computational Thinking, Operational Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Decision Making, Calculus

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      149 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      B

      Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

      Basic Mathematics

      Skills you'll gain: Integral Calculus, Calculus, Trigonometry, Algebra, Differential Equations, Linear Algebra, Derivatives

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      138 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      National Taiwan University

      頑想學概率:機率一 (Probability (1))

      Skills you'll gain: Probability, Probability Distribution, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Data Literacy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      360 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Accelerated Computer Science Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Graph Theory, Development Environment, Engineering Software, Computer Programming, Software Engineering, Algorithms, Debugging, Program Development, Database Systems, Database Theory, Network Routing, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Storage

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      3.5K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Math Prep: College & Work Ready: University of North Texas
    • Design of Experiments: Arizona State University
    • Algorithms, Part II: Princeton University
    • C++: Data Structures and Algorithms: Codio
    • Algebra: Elementary to Advanced: Johns Hopkins University
    • Aprendizaje de las matemáticas de primaria: Universidad de los Andes
    • Foundations of Data Structures and Algorithms: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Probability & Statistics for Machine Learning & Data Science: DeepLearning.AI
    • Operations Research (2): Optimization Algorithms: National Taiwan University
    • Basic Mathematics: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Combinatorics

    Combinatorics is a branch of math that explores counting and possible ways to count items. It includes concepts like enumeration, combination, and permutation of sets. Combinatorics is related to other branches of math, such as graph theory, coding, and probability.‎

    Learning combinatorics teaches more than how to calculate permutations—which on its own is a useful skill. It also helps boost your problem-solving skills. You can practice the process of dissecting a problem, exploring all of the possible solutions to the problem, and considering the best possible outcomes. An understanding of combinatorics can come in handy when you play games of chance, too.‎

    Combinatorics plays a role in many different fields—from software development to medicine—where you can find career opportunities after learning combinatorics. There are opportunities as a math or computer science researcher or algorithm designer. With an understanding of combinatorics, you may choose to work as an analyst and offer consulting services to companies that need help streamlining processes and increasing profit margins.

    Combinatorics is helpful when people and organizations need to examine possible outcomes. Epidemiologists who want to know how a virus spreads through a population may explore possibilities through combinatorics. Investors who need to decide where to invest their money use math models as they make a decision. A transportation company that wants to reduce fuel costs and increase efficiency can turn to combinatorics to examine the best changes to make within the company.‎

    Online courses can help you learn combinatorics by giving you a way to work on material at your own pace. You can slow down, speed up, or review lessons as needed. Best of all, you can work wherever you’re comfortable and have the time to completely focus on the material.‎

    You should have basic arithmetic skills before starting to learn combinatorics. It’s also helpful to have a solid understanding of algebra before taking a combinatorics course. A background in another field of math like graph theory or probability may also be beneficial.‎

    Online Combinatorics courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Combinatorics skills. Choose from a wide range of Combinatorics courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Combinatorics, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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