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Probability Distribution Courses

Probability distribution courses can help you learn about normal, binomial, and Poisson distributions, as well as their applications in statistics and data analysis. You can build skills in interpreting data, calculating probabilities, and making informed predictions based on statistical models. Many courses introduce tools like R, Python, and Excel, that support visualizing distributions and performing simulations, helping you apply these concepts in practical scenarios such as risk assessment and decision-making.


Popular Probability Distribution Courses and Certifications


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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Probability and Statistics

    Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Analytics, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Data Visualization

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Data Science Foundations: Statistical Inference

    Skills you'll gain: Probability, Statistical Inference, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Probability Distribution, Data Literacy, Statistical Analysis, Bayesian Statistics, Data Ethics, Applied Mathematics, Sampling (Statistics), Data Science, A/B Testing, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Analysis, Quantitative Research, Artificial Intelligence

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Estadística y probabilidad

    Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Data Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Data Presentation, Statistical Visualization, Probability, Histogram, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Regression Analysis, Probability Distribution, Box Plots, Graphing, Scatter Plots

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Stanford University

    Introduction to Statistics

    Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Statistics, Statistical Methods, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Regression Analysis, Statistical Inference, Probability, Exploratory Data Analysis, Quantitative Research, Probability Distribution

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pittsburgh

    Mathematical Foundations for Data Science and Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, NumPy, Probability Distribution, Matplotlib, Statistics, Pandas (Python Package), Data Science, Probability & Statistics, Probability, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis, Linear Algebra, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Methods, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Python Programming, Machine Learning, Logical Reasoning

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    Probability and Statistics: To p or not to p?

    Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Probability, Risk Modeling, Statistical Inference, Data Visualization Software, Mathematical Modeling

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Discrete-Time Markov Chains and Monte Carlo Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Amsterdam

    Basic Statistics

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistics, Scientific Methods, Quantitative Research, Data Analysis Software

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Estadística y probabilidad: principios de Inferencia

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

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Random Processes

    Skills you'll gain: Probability & Statistics, Probability Distribution, Simulations, Statistical Modeling, Estimation, Correlation Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Reliability, Engineering, Spatial Analysis

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Business Statistics and Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables And Charts, Regression Analysis, Statistics, Descriptive Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Graphing, Spreadsheet Software, Probability Distribution, Business Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Inference, Excel Formulas, Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Business Analysis, Statistical Methods, Sample Size Determination

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to Bayesian Statistics for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Inference, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Methods, Data Ethics, Data Science, Probability, Regression Analysis, Analytical Skills, Probability Distribution

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular probability distribution courses

  • Probability and Statistics: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Data Science Foundations: Statistical Inference: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Estadística y probabilidad: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Introduction to Statistics: Stanford University
  • Mathematical Foundations for Data Science and Analytics: University of Pittsburgh
  • Probability and Statistics: To p or not to p?: University of London
  • Discrete-Time Markov Chains and Monte Carlo Methods: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Basic Statistics: University of Amsterdam
  • Estadística y probabilidad: principios de Inferencia: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Random Processes: Johns Hopkins University

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