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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 Minnesota

    Simulation Models for Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Probability Distribution, Probability, Statistics, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Complex Problem Solving, Business Process Modeling, Business Modeling, Risk Modeling, Financial Modeling, Data Modeling, Statistical Analysis

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

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  • 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, Regression Analysis, R Programming, Data Analysis, Probability Distribution

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

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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    The Mathematics of Democracy, Politics and Manipulation

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Public Policies, Game Theory, Demography, Logical Reasoning, Applied Mathematics

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

    Category: Credit offered
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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Uncertainty Quantification

    Skills you'll gain: Probability, Bayesian Statistics, Probability Distribution, Risk Modeling, Mathematical Modeling, Statistical Inference, Markov Model, Reliability, Simulations, Applied Mathematics, Statistical Analysis, Regression Analysis

    ★ 5 (10) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • 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, Data Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Decision Making, Health Informatics, Statistical Programming, Markov Model

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

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  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Fundamentos de probabilidad y aplicaciones

    Skills you'll gain: Probability, Probability Distribution, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Risk Management, Risk Modeling, Combinatorics, Descriptive Statistics

    ★ 4.8 (180) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Credit offered
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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Random Processes

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

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • T

    The University of Tokyo

    Welcome to Game Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Political Sciences

    ★ 4.7 (2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of Amsterdam

    Basic Statistics

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

    ★ 4.6 (4.7K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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    Credit offered
  • É

    École Polytechnique

    Aléatoire : une introduction aux probabilités - Partie 1

    Skills you'll gain: Probability, Simulations, Probability Distribution, Probability & Statistics, Interactive Data Visualization, Statistics, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Applied Mathematics

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

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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Fundamentals of Scientific Research Under Uncertainty

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

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

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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Honors Algebra 2: Series, Trigonometry, and Probability

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

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Simulation Models for Decision Making: University of Minnesota
  • Bayesian Statistics: Techniques and Models: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • The Mathematics of Democracy, Politics and Manipulation: Johns Hopkins University
  • Introduction to Uncertainty Quantification: Johns Hopkins University
  • Bayesian Statistics: Excel to Python A/B Testing: EDUCBA
  • Fundamentos de probabilidad y aplicaciones: Universidad de los Andes
  • Random Processes: Johns Hopkins University
  • Welcome to Game Theory: The University of Tokyo
  • Basic Statistics: University of Amsterdam
  • Aléatoire : une introduction aux probabilités - Partie 1: École Polytechnique

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