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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


  • U

    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Bayesian Statistics: Mixture Models

    Skills you'll gain: R Programming, Statistical Programming, R (Software), Statistical Modeling, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Software, Markov Model, Mathematical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Statistical Inference, Sampling (Statistics), Simulations, Probability Distribution, Classification Algorithms

    4.5 stars, 63 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (63) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    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, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Descriptive Statistics

    3.1 stars, 20 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.1 (20) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Honors Algebra 2: Series, Trigonometry, and Probability

    Skills you'll gain: Trigonometry, Probability, Data Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Advanced Mathematics, Algebra, Probability Distribution, Descriptive Statistics, Mathematical Modeling, Graphing, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Geometry, Arithmetic

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Data – What It Is, What We Can Do With It

    Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Research Design, Data Presentation, Descriptive Statistics, Analytics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Descriptive Analytics, Research Methodologies, Analysis, Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Quantitative Research, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Graphing

    4.6 stars, 186 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (186) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Bayesian Statistics: From Concept to Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Inference, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Probability, Statistical Programming, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Software, Probability Distribution, Data Analysis, R Programming, Regression Analysis, R (Software), Analytical Skills, Statistical Visualization, Predictive Modeling, Data Visualization, Data Modeling

    4.6 stars, 3.2K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (3.2K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • S

    Stanford Online

    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, Statistical Modeling, Model Training, Probability Distribution, Model Optimization, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Algorithms

    4.6 stars, 305 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
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  • N

    National Taiwan University

    頑想學概率:機率二 (Probability (2))

    Skills you'll gain: Probability, Probability Distribution, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Calculus

    4.8 stars, 93 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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  • N

    National Taiwan University

    頑想學概率:機率一 (Probability (1))

    Skills you'll gain: Probability, Probability Distribution, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Logical Reasoning

    4.8 stars, 367 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (367) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • T

    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Information Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Communication Systems, Digital Communications, Theoretical Computer Science, Telecommunications, Informatics, Probability, Probability Distribution, Algorithms

    4.7 stars, 171 reviews, Mixed, Course, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (171) · Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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  • E

    Eindhoven University of Technology

    Improving your statistical inferences

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Quantitative Research, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Sample Size Determination, Research, Data Literacy, General Science and Research, Data Sharing

    4.9 stars, 805 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (805) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • S

    Stanford Online

    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, Probability & Statistics, Network Analysis, Dependency Analysis

    4.6 stars, 1.4K reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
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  • 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

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