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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


  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Random Processes

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

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • S

    Stanford University

    Game Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Mathematical Modeling, Graph Theory, Bayesian Statistics, Behavioral Economics, Probability, Economics, Problem Solving, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Probability Distribution

    ★ 4.6 (4.9K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to Bayesian Statistics for Data Science

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

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad

    Pre-MBA Statistics

    Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Data Visualization, Probability, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistics, Data Literacy, Statistical Visualization, Probability Distribution, Data Presentation, Statistical Methods, Data Collection, Statistical Inference, Estimation, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Sample Size Determination, Data Analysis, Data Science

    ★ 4.6 (303) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • 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 (3.2K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Duke University

    Inferential Statistics

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

    ★ 4.8 (2.8K) · Beginner · 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
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Mathematical Biostatistics Boot Camp 1

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

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

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

    École Polytechnique

    Aléatoire : une introduction aux probabilités - Partie 1

    Skills you'll gain: Probability, Probability Distribution, Simulations, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Sampling (Statistics), Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Applied Mathematics

    ★ 4.5 (105) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Discrete Math for Computer Science - Counting & Probability

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Bayesian Statistics: Techniques and Models

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

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

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

    Johns Hopkins University

    The Mathematics of Democracy, Politics and Manipulation

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Social Justice, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Affairs, Social Sciences, Public Policies, Game Theory, Demography, Mathematical Modeling, Decision Intelligence, General Mathematics, Diversity Awareness, Logical Reasoning, Applied Mathematics

    ★ 4.7 (27) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Random Processes: Johns Hopkins University
  • Game Theory: Stanford University
  • Introduction to Bayesian Statistics for Data Science: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Pre-MBA Statistics: IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad
  • Bayesian Statistics: From Concept to Data Analysis: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Inferential Statistics: Duke University
  • Bayesian Statistics: Excel to Python A/B Testing: EDUCBA
  • Mathematical Biostatistics Boot Camp 1: Johns Hopkins University
  • Aléatoire : une introduction aux probabilités - Partie 1: École Polytechnique
  • Discrete Math for Computer Science - Counting & Probability: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

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