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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


  • C

    Coursera

    Compare Stock Returns with Google Sheets

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Portfolio Risk, Google Sheets, Financial Analysis, Risk Management, Quantitative Research, Spreadsheet Software, Statistical Analysis, Statistics, Probability & Statistics

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    681 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
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    J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Hypothesis Testing in Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Biostatistics, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Inference, Scientific Methods, Quantitative Research, Public Health

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    650 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Imperial College London

    Interventions and Calibration

    Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Model Evaluation, Simulations, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Data Modeling, R Programming, Statistical Methods, Public Health, Probability Distribution

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    56 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    R

    Rice University

    Distributed Programming in Java

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Kafka, Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, Distributed Computing, Java, Software Architecture, Systems Architecture, Programming Principles, Scala Programming, Servers, Algorithms

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    505 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
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    U

    University of Cape Town

    Doing Clinical Research: Biostatistics with the Wolfram Language

    Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Software, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability & Statistics, Quantitative Research, Biostatistics, Data Analysis, Data Import/Export, Applied Machine Learning, Data Manipulation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    52 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • 2

    28DIGITAL

    Quantitative Model Checking

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Markov Model, Verification And Validation, Theoretical Computer Science, Mathematical Modeling, Systems Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Probability, Algorithms, Probability Distribution

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    54 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Mind and Machine

    Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Computational Thinking, Computer Vision, Game Theory, Image Analysis, Probability, Artificial Neural Networks, Mathematical Modeling, Behavioral Economics, Convolutional Neural Networks, Algorithms, Human Development, Analytical Skills, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Computer Graphics, Artificial Intelligence, Psychology, Human Learning, Deep Learning, Theoretical Computer Science

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    366 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    M

    MedCerts

    Pharmacy Technician Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacy Experience, Pharmacology, Pharmacist Assistance, Pharmacy Information System, Medical Prescription, Pharmacy Operations, Pharmacy, Medication Dispensation, Drug Development, Medication Administration, Pharmaceutical Terminology, Medical Terminology

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    79 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    W

    Wesleyan University

    Regression Modeling in Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Logistic Regression, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Data Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Analysis, SAS (Software), Scatter Plots, Predictive Modeling, Model Evaluation, Data Manipulation, Python Programming

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    274 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Evolución

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Course Development, Environment, World History, Cell Biology, European History, Higher Education, Taxonomy, Mathematical Modeling, Specimen Collection, Scientific Methods, Probability & Statistics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    366 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    U

    University of Washington

    Practical Predictive Analytics: Models and Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Advanced Analytics, Data Analysis, R Programming, Statistical Methods, Statistical Inference, Statistical Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Graph Theory, Classification Algorithms, Probability & Statistics, Big Data

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    323 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
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    U

    University of Geneva

    Le Bien, le Juste, l'Utile. Introduction aux éthiques philosophiques

    Skills you'll gain: Ethical Standards And Conduct, Environmental Issue, Social Justice, Policy Analysis, Political Sciences, Education and Training, Human Development, Personal Development

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    628 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Compare Stock Returns with Google Sheets: Coursera
  • Hypothesis Testing in Public Health : Johns Hopkins University
  • Interventions and Calibration: Imperial College London
  • Distributed Programming in Java: Rice University
  • Doing Clinical Research: Biostatistics with the Wolfram Language: University of Cape Town
  • Quantitative Model Checking: 28DIGITAL
  • Mind and Machine: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Pharmacy Technician Essentials: MedCerts
  • Regression Modeling in Practice: Wesleyan University
  • Evolución: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

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