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Probability Courses

Probability courses can help you learn statistical reasoning, risk assessment, hypothesis testing, and the fundamentals of random variables. You can build skills in interpreting data distributions, calculating expected values, and applying Bayes' theorem in various contexts. Many courses introduce tools like R, Python, and Excel for data analysis, along with methods for simulating probabilistic models and visualizing outcomes.


Popular Probability Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Simulation Models for Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Probability Distribution, Probability, Statistical Methods, Simulation and Simulation Software, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Complex Problem Solving, Excel Macros, Business Modeling, Risk Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Process Modeling

    ★ 4.5 (65) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Fundamentals of Scientific Research Under Uncertainty

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Critical Thinking, Bayesian Statistics, General Science and Research, Research, Analytical Skills, Research Design, Research Methodologies, Statistical Methods, Probability, Probability & Statistics

    ★ 4.9 (42) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    Imperial College London

    Probabilistic Deep Learning with TensorFlow 2

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Tensorflow, Autoencoders, Generative Model Architectures, Bayesian Network, Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Bayesian Statistics, Model Optimization, Probability Distribution, Model Training, Sampling (Statistics), Data Transformation

    ★ 4.7 (109) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • S

    Stanford University

    Probabilistic Graphical Models 3: Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Bayesian Statistics, Machine Learning Methods, Markov Model, Statistical Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Network Model, Unsupervised Learning, Model Training, Probability Distribution, Model Optimization, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Algorithms

    ★ 4.6 (304) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Discrete-Time Markov Chains and Monte Carlo Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning Methods, Generative AI, Machine Learning Algorithms, Mathematical Theory & Analysis

    ★ 4.8 (12) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • 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 (97) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • S

    Stanford University

    Probabilistic Graphical Models 1: Representation

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Decision Intelligence, Bayesian Statistics, Graph Theory, Probability Distribution, Network Model, Statistical Modeling, Markov Model, Decision Support Systems, Probability & Statistics, Network Analysis, Dependency Analysis

    ★ 4.6 (1.4K) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • S

    Stanford University

    Probabilistic Graphical Models 2: Inference

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Machine Learning Methods, Statistical Inference, Markov Model, Statistical Machine Learning, Graph Theory, Sampling (Statistics), Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Algorithms, Probability Distribution, Machine Learning Algorithms

    ★ 4.6 (489) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Amsterdam

    Inferential Statistics

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Statistical Inference, Statistics, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Programming, Statistical Modeling, Logistic Regression

    ★ 4.4 (609) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Bayesian Statistics: Excel to Python A/B Testing

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

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Statistics and Data Analysis with R

    Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Regression Analysis, Statistical Programming, R (Software), Probability Distribution, Statistical Analysis, R Programming, Data Import/Export, Statistical Software, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Tidyverse (R Package), Plot (Graphics), Statistics, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Statistical Inference, Data Wrangling

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • 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, Bayesian Statistics, Data Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Decision Making, Data Science, Biostatistics, Strategic Decision-Making, Clinical Research, Statistical Methods, Cyber Security Strategy, Decision Intelligence, Statistical Analysis

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular probability courses

  • Simulation Models for Decision Making: University of Minnesota
  • Fundamentals of Scientific Research Under Uncertainty: Johns Hopkins University
  • Probabilistic Deep Learning with TensorFlow 2: Imperial College London
  • Probabilistic Graphical Models 3: Learning: Stanford University
  • Discrete-Time Markov Chains and Monte Carlo Methods: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Math behind Moneyball: University of Houston
  • Probabilistic Graphical Models 1: Representation: Stanford University
  • Probabilistic Graphical Models 2: Inference: Stanford University
  • Inferential Statistics: University of Amsterdam
  • Bayesian Statistics: Excel to Python A/B Testing: EDUCBA

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