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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


  • D

    Duke University

    Bayesian Statistics

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Statistical Inference, Statistical Programming, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Regression Analysis, Data Analysis, R Programming, Statistical Software, Probability, Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Predictive Modeling, Model Evaluation, Probability Distribution

    3.8 stars, 801 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 3.8 (801) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • N

    Northeastern University

    Data Analytics Engineering: Probability & Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Probability Distribution, Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Data Wrangling, Probability & Statistics, Unsupervised Learning, Text Mining, Data Manipulation, Computational Thinking, Statistical Methods, Data Processing, Statistical Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Data Structures, Statistics, Data Cleansing, Programming Principles, Descriptive Statistics

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    University of Pittsburgh

    Advanced Bayesian Methods and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Markov Model, Statistical Methods, Data Science, Health Informatics, Statistical Inference, Statistical Machine Learning, Statistical Programming, Regression Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Python Programming, Probability Distribution, Computational Thinking

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Mathematical Biostatistics Boot Camp 2

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference, Biostatistics, Sampling (Statistics), Statistics, Data Analysis, Sample Size Determination, Risk Analysis

    4.3 stars, 138 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.3 (138) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Cryptography and Information Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Brute-force attacks, Cryptographic Protocols, Encryption, Key Management, Cybersecurity, Computer Security, Information Assurance, Theoretical Computer Science, Threat Modeling, Communication Systems

    4.5 stars, 551 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (551) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • N

    Northeastern University

    Foundations of Statistical Learning & Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Linear Algebra, Statistical Machine Learning, Model Optimization, Statistical Modeling, Probability, Probability & Statistics, Machine Learning Methods, Statistical Methods, Machine Learning Algorithms, Bayesian Statistics, Probability Distribution, Machine Learning, Applied Mathematics, Statistical Inference, Verification And Validation, Dimensionality Reduction, Algebra

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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  • É

    École Polytechnique

    Initiation à la théorie des distributions

    Skills you'll gain: Differential Equations, Advanced Mathematics, Integral Calculus, Calculus, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Derivatives

    4.8 stars, 25 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (25) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • P

    Packt

    Natural Language Processing - Probability Models in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Encryption, Cryptography, Machine Learning Methods, Classification Algorithms, Model Training, Probability Distribution, Machine Learning Algorithms, Algorithms

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Pittsburgh

    Statistics and Calculus Methods for Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Data Analysis, Statistics, Integral Calculus, Probability & Statistics, Data Science, Probability Distribution, Calculus, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Derivatives, Probability, Mathematical Modeling, Machine Learning, Algorithms

    3.2 stars, 6 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.2 (6) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Duke University

    Inferenzstatistik

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Reporting, Statistical Analysis, R (Software), Statistics, Data Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Statistical Programming, Data Analysis Software, Statistical Software, R Programming, Sampling (Statistics), Probability Distribution

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Pittsburgh

    Bayesian Inference Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics, Statistics, Statistical Inference, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Probability Distribution, Statistical Analysis, Markov Model, Statistical Programming, Algorithms

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Bayesian Statistics: Excel to Python A/B Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics, A/B Testing, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Statistical Machine Learning, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Business Analytics, Statistical Software, Statistical Methods, Advanced Analytics, Probability & Statistics, Decision Making, Health Informatics, Statistical Programming, Markov Model, Diagnostic Tests, Probability Distribution, Sampling (Statistics)

    4.5 stars, 27 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (27) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular probability theory courses

  • Bayesian Statistics: Duke University
  • Data Analytics Engineering: Probability & Techniques: Northeastern University
  • Advanced Bayesian Methods and Applications: University of Pittsburgh
  • Mathematical Biostatistics Boot Camp 2: Johns Hopkins University
  • Cryptography and Information Theory: University of Colorado System
  • Foundations of Statistical Learning & Algorithms: Northeastern University
  • Initiation à la théorie des distributions: École Polytechnique
  • Natural Language Processing - Probability Models in Python: Packt
  • Statistics and Calculus Methods for Data Analysis: University of Pittsburgh
  • Inferenzstatistik: Duke University

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