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Optimize with GA & RL
Ready to transform your optimization skills with cutting-edge AI? This Short Course was created to help data analysis professionals accomplish advanced optimization in inventory management and supply chain decision-making.
By completing this course, you'll master genetic algorithms for inventory problems, implement Q-learning agents for supply chain simulations, and fine-tune parameters for optimal performance. You'll gain hands-on experience comparing heuristic methods with traditional approaches and evaluating exploration-exploitation trade-offs.
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
Apply genetic algorithms to inventory-replenishment problems
Train Q-learning agents in grid-world supply-chain simulations
Evaluate convergence speed vs. solution quality trade-offs
Optimize ε-greedy parameters for reinforcement learning performance
This course is unique because it bridges theoretical optimization concepts with practical supply chain applications using real-world datasets and industry-standard tools.
To be successful in this project, you should have programming experience with Python and basic knowledge of optimization principles.
Duration
7 Months
Institution
Coursera
Format
Online
Eligibility Criteria
school
Academic Foundation
A recognized Bachelor’s degree or high school equivalent required for admission into Coursera.
language
Language Proficiency
English proficiency required. IELTS, TOEFL, or standard medium-of-instruction certificates accepted.
Detailed Fees Breakdown
Base Tuition Fee
$388
Total Est. Investment
$388
Scholarships and early-bird waivers may apply. Contact admissions for exact institutional fees.
Academic Trajectory
Program Outcome
Graduates of the Optimize with GA & RL program at Coursera are equipped with global perspectives, ready to excel in international markets and top-tier career opportunities.