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Probability Theory Courses

Courses in Probability Theory can help you learn statistical reasoning, random variables, and probability distributions. You can build skills in hypothesis testing, regression analysis, and decision-making under uncertainty. Many courses introduce tools like R, Python, and Excel, that support analyzing data and modeling real-world phenomena. You'll explore key topics such as Bayes' theorem, expected value, and the law of large numbers, all of which are crucial for applications in fields like finance, engineering, and artificial intelligence.

Popular Probability Theory Courses and Certifications


  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Statistical Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Science, Statistical Programming, Statistical Methods, Statistical Machine Learning, Statistical Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Regression Analysis, Statistics, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning Algorithms, Bayesian Statistics, Supervised Learning, Statistical Inference, Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Predictive Modeling, Logistic Regression

    4.6 stars, 9 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (9) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • N

    Northeastern University

    Engineering Probability and Statistics Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Inference, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Reporting, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Sample Size Determination, Probability Distribution, Data Presentation, Engineering Analysis, Data Synthesis, Estimation, Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Reasoning Under Uncertainty

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Bayesian Statistics, Markov Model, Probability, Decision Intelligence, Reinforcement Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Intelligence, Statistical Inference, Statistical Modeling, Network Model, Forecasting, Probability & Statistics, Dependency Analysis, Statistical Methods, Agentic systems, Applied Machine Learning, Probability Distribution, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Sampling (Statistics)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Bayesian Computational Statistics

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics, Data Analysis, Statistical Inference, Regression Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Programming, Statistical Software, Sampling (Statistics), R (Software), R Programming, Numerical Analysis, Markov Model, Logistic Regression, Probability, Simulations, Model Evaluation, Probability Distribution

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • N

    National Taiwan University

    商管統計資料分析一 (Analytics for Business and Management (I))

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, R Programming, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Programming, R (Software), Statistical Modeling, Business Analytics, Analytics, Data Analysis, Statistics, Statistical Methods, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Inference, Data Transformation, Estimation, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Model Evaluation

    5 stars, 6 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 5 (6) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Bayesian Statistics: Time Series Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Forecasting, Bayesian Statistics, R Programming, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, R (Software), Statistical Software, Statistical Programming, Statistical Methods, Correlation Analysis, Model Evaluation, Probability Distribution

    4.3 stars, 18 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.3 (18) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Data Science Decisions in Time

    Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Game Theory, Reinforcement Learning, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Clinical Trials, Bioinformatics, Image Analysis, Markov Model, Data Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Bayesian Statistics, Decision Making, Analysis, Data Science, Business Analytics, Biostatistics, Clinical Research, Cyber Security Strategy, Decision Intelligence, Statistical Analysis

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Probability and Statistics for Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Probability, Probability Distribution, Estimation, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Analytics, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Correlation Analysis, Variance Analysis

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Computational and Graphical Models in Probability

    Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Bayesian Network, Applied Machine Learning, R (Software), R Programming, Social Network Analysis, Statistical Methods, Simulations, Network Model, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Programming, Probability Distribution, Sampling (Statistics), Data Visualization, Machine Learning, Statistical Hypothesis Testing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Columbia University

    Causal Inference 2

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Econometrics, Mediation, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Regression Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Statistical Methods, Statistical Modeling, Mathematical Modeling, Research Design

    3.1 stars, 16 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 3.1 (16) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Mathematical Biostatistics Boot Camp 1

    Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Bayesian Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference, Statistics, Probability, Probability Distribution, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Biostatistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing

    4.4 stars, 546 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (546) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Houston

    Math behind Moneyball

    Skills you'll gain: Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Microsoft Excel, Predictive Analytics, Game Theory, Spreadsheet Software, Predictive Modeling, Excel Formulas, Pivot Tables And Charts, Regression Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Advanced Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Analytics, Data Analysis Software, Simulations, Probability

    4.5 stars, 98 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (98) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular probability theory courses

  • Statistical Learning: Illinois Tech
  • Engineering Probability and Statistics Part 2: Northeastern University
  • Reasoning Under Uncertainty: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Bayesian Computational Statistics: Illinois Tech
  • 商管統計資料分析一 (Analytics for Business and Management (I)): National Taiwan University
  • Bayesian Statistics: Time Series Analysis: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Data Science Decisions in Time: Johns Hopkins University
  • Probability and Statistics for Decision Making: EDUCBA
  • Computational and Graphical Models in Probability: Johns Hopkins University
  • Causal Inference 2: Columbia University

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