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    Master optimization techniques for improving system performance. Learn about linear programming, nonlinear optimization, and heuristic methods.

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      Stanford University

      Graph Search, Shortest Paths, and Data Structures

      Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Network Model, Network Analysis, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Network Routing

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Introduction to Spreadsheets and Models

      Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Spreadsheet Software, Google Sheets, Financial Modeling, Microsoft Excel, Data Modeling, Forecasting, Risk Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Business Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Process Improvement and Optimization

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Stanford University

      Shortest Paths Revisited, NP-Complete Problems and What To Do About Them

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Graph Theory, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Operations Research, Design Strategies

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Davis

      Optimizing a Website for Google Search

      Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Client Services, Content Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Google Analytics, Forecasting, Digital Marketing, Expectation Management, Content Marketing, Marketing, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Performance Reporting, Internal Auditing

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      SEO Audits: Find & Fix Common Website SEO Issues

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Keyword Research, Web Analytics, Auditing, Content Strategy, Content Performance Analysis, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Performance Metric, Prioritization

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Skillshare

      Strategic SEO for Digital Marketing Success

      Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Content Strategy, Copywriting, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Target Audience, Web Content, Blogs, Content Performance Analysis, Content Management, Writing, Content Creation, Web Analytics, Auditing, Editing, Digital Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Performance Metric, Marketing Psychology

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Whizlabs

      Power Automate: Building and Managing Automated Workflows

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Microsoft Power Platform, Workflow Management, Process Analysis, Microsoft Copilot, Robotic Process Automation, Business Process Automation, Process Optimization, Microsoft 365, Automation, Application Lifecycle Management, Business Process Management, Document Management, Event-Driven Programming

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      Using AI & ChatGPT for Content: Strategy & SEO

      Skills you'll gain: Content Creation, Search Engine Optimization, Content Strategy, ChatGPT, Social Media Content, Keyword Research, Target Audience, Video Production, Content Marketing, Generative AI Agents, Workflow Management, Operational Efficiency

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Generative AI for Business Analysts

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Business Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, OpenAI, Artificial Intelligence, Business Process Automation, Stakeholder Communications, Business Requirements, Requirements Elicitation, Large Language Modeling, Program Development, Workflow Management, Business Strategy, Process Optimization, Content Creation, IBM Cloud, Image Analysis

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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      UiPath

      Agentic prompt engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Agentic systems, Business Process Automation, Automation, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Process Optimization

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Austral

      Excel aplicado a los negocios (Nivel Avanzado)

      Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Business Analysis, Data Validation, Business Analytics, Data Import/Export, Process Optimization, Data Analysis Software, Business Modeling, Automation

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Skillshare

      SEO Copywriting for Digital Marketing Success

      Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Content Strategy, Copywriting, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Web Content, Blogs, Content Performance Analysis, Content Management, Writing, Content Creation, Editing, Marketing Psychology

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Graph Search, Shortest Paths, and Data Structures: Stanford University
    • Introduction to Spreadsheets and Models: University of Pennsylvania
    • Shortest Paths Revisited, NP-Complete Problems and What To Do About Them: Stanford University
    • Optimizing a Website for Google Search: University of California, Davis
    • SEO Audits: Find & Fix Common Website SEO Issues : Skillshare
    • Strategic SEO for Digital Marketing Success: Skillshare
    • Power Automate: Building and Managing Automated Workflows: Whizlabs
    • Using AI & ChatGPT for Content: Strategy & SEO: Skillshare
    • Generative AI for Business Analysts: IBM
    • Agentic prompt engineering: UiPath

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