• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Coursera
  • Log In
  • Join for Free
    Coursera
    • Browse
    • Operations Research

    Operations Research Courses Online

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

    Skip to search results

    Filter by

    Subject
    Required
     *

    Language
    Required
     *

    The language used throughout the course, in both instruction and assessments.

    Learning Product
    Required
     *

    Build job-relevant skills in under 2 hours with hands-on tutorials.
    Learn from top instructors with graded assignments, videos, and discussion forums.
    Learn a new tool or skill in an interactive, hands-on environment.
    Get in-depth knowledge of a subject by completing a series of courses and projects.
    Earn career credentials from industry leaders that demonstrate your expertise.
    Earn career credentials while taking courses that count towards your Master’s degree.
    Earn your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree online for a fraction of the cost of in-person learning.
    Complete graduate-level learning without committing to a full degree program.
    Earn a university-issued career credential in a flexible, interactive format.
    Graduate level learning within reach.

    Level
    Required
     *

    Duration
    Required
     *

    Skills
    Required
     *

    Subtitles
    Required
     *

    Educator
    Required
     *

    Explore the Operations Research Course Catalog

    • Status: Free
      Free
      D

      Duke University

      Space Medicine

      Skills you'll gain: Physiology, Medical Science and Research, Biomedical Engineering, Emergency Medicine, Vital Signs, Radiation Protection, Human Factors, Health Care, Respiration, Environment, Physics, Biology, Engineering

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      566 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Preview
      Preview
      S

      Shanghai Jiao Tong University

      Improving Immunity Based on Traditional Eastern Exercises

      Skills you'll gain: Sports Medicine, Immunology, Exercise Science, Exercise Therapy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Research, Cultural Responsiveness, Mindfulness, Stress Management, Infectious Diseases, Respiration, Mental Health Therapies

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      102 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Pennsylvania

      财务会计概论(中文版)

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Accounting, Financial Reporting, Income Statement, Cash Flows, Financial Acumen, Balance Sheet, Financial Analysis, Accrual Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      83 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Financial Accounting Explained

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Accounting Software, Financial Accounting, Ledgers (Accounting), Financial Statement Analysis, Accounting Records, Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Finance, Business Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      102 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      IBM

      Linux System Administration with IBM Power Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Linux Servers, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Linux, Operating System Administration, Linux Commands, Virtualization, Systems Administration, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Virtual Machines, Cloud Computing, System Monitoring, Software Installation, System Configuration

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      133 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      A

      American Psychological Association

      What is Qualitative Research?

      Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Research, Research Methodologies, Data Collection, Research Design, Social Sciences, Interviewing Skills, Psychology, Case Studies, Analytical Skills

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      39 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Preview
      Preview
      S

      Sapienza University of Rome

      Paesaggi di Roma Antica. Archeologia e storia del Palatino.

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Scientific Methods, Research, Research Methodologies, Investigation, Spatial Analysis, Art History, Geographic Information Systems, World History, Cultural Responsiveness, Data Integration, Culture, Information Systems

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      146 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      G

      Google Cloud

      Gemini for Google Cloud Learning Path

      Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Google Cloud Platform, Kubernetes, Generative AI, Big Data, Software Development Life Cycle, Cloud Computing, Cloud Security, Development Testing, Application Deployment, Marketing Analytics, DevOps, Application Lifecycle Management, Application Development, Network Planning And Design, Data Analysis, Software Development Tools, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Controls, Security Engineering

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      25 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      W

      Wesleyan University

      Regression Modeling in Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Data Analysis, Correlation Analysis, SAS (Software), Scatter Plots, Statistical Programming, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Plot (Graphics), Python Programming

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
      ·
      274 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      Universidad de Palermo

      Cognición, Pensamiento y Lenguaje

      Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Computational Thinking, Systems Thinking, Human Learning, Language Learning, Oral Comprehension, Scientific Methods, Research, Experimentation, Research Design

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      196 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      A

      Arizona State University

      Inglés Empresarial: el márketing y ventas

      Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentations, Graphic Design, Brainstorming, Verbal Communication Skills, Presentations, Communication, English Language, Advertising, Business Correspondence, Public Speaking, Persuasive Communication, Business Writing, Marketing Communications, Business Communication, Business Marketing, Communication Strategies, Marketing, Marketing Psychology, Professional Networking, Vocabulary

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      324 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Preview
      Preview
      U

      Universidad de Chile

      Criterios para la Gestión y el Aseguramiento de la Calidad en la Educación Superior

      Skills you'll gain: Higher Education, Teaching, Education and Training, Accountability, Program Standards, Human Learning, Instructional Strategies, Program Evaluation, Research, Policy Development

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
      ·
      90 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Operations Research learners also search

    Operations Management
    Operations Analytics
    Business
    Management
    Business Management
    Business Development
    Project Management
    Business Projects
    1…159160161…382

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

    • Space Medicine: Duke University
    • Improving Immunity Based on Traditional Eastern Exercises: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
    • 财务会计概论(中文版): University of Pennsylvania
    • Financial Accounting Explained: Coursera Project Network
    • Linux System Administration with IBM Power Systems: IBM
    • What is Qualitative Research?: American Psychological Association
    • Paesaggi di Roma Antica. Archeologia e storia del Palatino.: Sapienza University of Rome
    • Gemini for Google Cloud Learning Path: Google Cloud
    • Regression Modeling in Practice: Wesleyan University
    • Cognición, Pensamiento y Lenguaje: Universidad de Palermo

    Skills you can learn in Business Strategy

    Modeling (25)
    Market (economics) (21)
    Plan (19)
    Planning (16)
    Strategic Management (16)
    Business Model (13)
    Operations Management (13)
    Analytics (12)
    Evaluation (12)
    Project Management (11)
    Supply Chain (10)
    Decision-making (9)

    Other topics to explore

    Arts and Humanities
    338 courses
    Business
    1095 courses
    Computer Science
    668 courses
    Data Science
    425 courses
    Information Technology
    145 courses
    Health
    471 courses
    Math and Logic
    70 courses
    Personal Development
    137 courses
    Physical Science and Engineering
    413 courses
    Social Sciences
    401 courses
    Language Learning
    150 courses

    Coursera Footer

    Skills

    • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
    • Cybersecurity
    • Data Analytics
    • Digital Marketing
    • English Speaking
    • Generative AI (GenAI)
    • Microsoft Excel
    • Microsoft Power BI
    • Project Management
    • Python

    Certificates & Programs

    • Google Cybersecurity Certificate
    • Google Data Analytics Certificate
    • Google IT Support Certificate
    • Google Project Management Certificate
    • Google UX Design Certificate
    • IBM Data Analyst Certificate
    • IBM Data Science Certificate
    • Machine Learning Certificate
    • Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Certificate
    • UI / UX Design Certificate

    Industries & Careers

    • Business
    • Computer Science
    • Data Science
    • Education & Teaching
    • Engineering
    • Finance
    • Healthcare
    • Human Resources (HR)
    • Information Technology (IT)
    • Marketing

    Career Resources

    • Career Aptitude Test
    • Examples of Strengths and Weaknesses for Job Interviews
    • High-Income Skills to Learn
    • How Does Cryptocurrency Work?
    • How to Highlight Duplicates in Google Sheets
    • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
    • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications
    • Preparing for the PMP Certification
    • Signs You Will Get the Job After an Interview
    • What Is Artificial Intelligence?

    Coursera

    • About
    • What We Offer
    • Leadership
    • Careers
    • Catalog
    • Coursera Plus
    • Professional Certificates
    • MasterTrack® Certificates
    • Degrees
    • For Enterprise
    • For Government
    • For Campus
    • Become a Partner
    • Social Impact
    • Free Courses
    • Share your Coursera learning story

    Community

    • Learners
    • Partners
    • Beta Testers
    • Blog
    • The Coursera Podcast
    • Tech Blog

    More

    • Press
    • Investors
    • Terms
    • Privacy
    • Help
    • Accessibility
    • Contact
    • Articles
    • Directory
    • Affiliates
    • Modern Slavery Statement
    • Manage Cookie Preferences
    Learn Anywhere
    Download on the App Store
    Get it on Google Play
    Logo of Certified B Corporation
    © 2025 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
    • Coursera Facebook
    • Coursera Linkedin
    • Coursera Twitter
    • Coursera YouTube
    • Coursera Instagram
    • Coursera TikTok