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      Coursera Project Network

      RStudio for Six Sigma - Hypothesis Testing

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Correlation Analysis, Six Sigma Methodology, R Programming, Statistical Analysis, Regression Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Data Literacy, Descriptive Statistics

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Google Cloud

      Launching into Machine Learning en Français

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Data Quality, Data Cleansing, Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Google Cloud Platform, Regression Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Performance Tuning

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Vanderbilt University

      From Data To Decision With AI

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Methods, Data Presentation, Regression Analysis, Generative AI, Data Literacy, Statistical Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Technical Communication, Probability & Statistics, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Predictive Analytics, Data Storytelling, Box Plots, Analytical Skills, Artificial Intelligence, Plot (Graphics), Forecasting

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Yunus Social Business Fund Bengaluru

      Risk, Return and Valuation

      Skills you'll gain: Business Valuation, Return On Investment, Finance, Financial Analysis, Business Risk Management, Capital Budgeting, Risk Management, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Financial Modeling, Portfolio Management, Corporate Finance, Cash Flows, Decision Making, Probability & Statistics

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      SAS

      Creating Features for Time Series Data

      Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, SAS (Software), Feature Engineering, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Transformation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Probability & Statistics, Machine Learning Algorithms

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of Michigan

      Measuring Total Data Quality

      Skills you'll gain: Data Quality, Quantitative Research, Data Validation, Data Collection, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Data Access, Statistical Analysis, Sampling (Statistics)

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Resampling, Selection and Splines

      Skills you'll gain: Data Science, R Programming, Statistical Machine Learning, Advanced Analytics, Dimensionality Reduction, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Sampling (Statistics), Regression Analysis, Statistical Inference

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Illinois Tech

      Data Preparation and Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Statistical Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Data Cleansing, Applied Machine Learning, Analytics, Machine Learning, Data Science, Regression Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Mining, Statistical Modeling, Python Programming, Feature Engineering, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Unsupervised Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART)

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Trees, SVM and Unsupervised Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Data Science, Artificial Neural Networks, Dimensionality Reduction, Unsupervised Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Machine Learning Algorithms, Decision Tree Learning, Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Deep Learning, Feature Engineering, Random Forest Algorithm

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      Illinois Tech

      Model Diagnostics and Remedial Measures

      Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Data Validation, Feature Engineering, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Data Transformation, Statistical Methods, Plot (Graphics), Statistical Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Statistical Inference, Linear Algebra, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability Distribution

      Build toward a degree

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Riscos Financeiros (Crédito, Mercado e Liquidez)

      Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Credit Risk, Risk Management, Financial Market, Investments, Market Liquidity, Risk Analysis, Financial Analysis, Capital Markets, Performance Measurement, Probability & Statistics

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      RStudio for Six Sigma - Process Capability

      Skills you'll gain: Process Capability, Six Sigma Methodology, Statistical Process Controls, Process Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Business Metrics, R Programming, Data Import/Export

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • RStudio for Six Sigma - Hypothesis Testing: Coursera Project Network
    • Launching into Machine Learning en Français: Google Cloud
    • From Data To Decision With AI: Vanderbilt University
    • Risk, Return and Valuation: Yunus Social Business Fund Bengaluru
    • Creating Features for Time Series Data: SAS
    • Measuring Total Data Quality: University of Michigan
    • Resampling, Selection and Splines: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Data Preparation and Analysis: Illinois Tech
    • Trees, SVM and Unsupervised Learning: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Model Diagnostics and Remedial Measures: Illinois Tech

    Frequently Asked Questions about Probability

    It's important to learn about probability if you are interested in gambling, statistics, advanced mathematics, or data science. Probability is the understanding of the likelihood of something happening, so it is part of many careers that use data analysis or planning. It is a key part of financial analysis, statistical analysis, social sciences, and medical research. Many topics that cover probability are in computer science, but not all are. Understanding probability can help you solve the data problems faced in your organization. It can also help you understand why things happen in the world.‎

    Typical careers that use probability are those that involve numbers. Probability can help a manager build a strategic plan, a scientist understand research findings, or a politician understand polling data. Some aspects of the study of probability are of use to almost anyone who has a basic understanding of math, while others are deeply theoretical. Those working in machine learning, data science, or statistical analysis will need a deep understanding of probability. When you learn probability, you will be able to understand what sets of numbers show. This is useful in analysis, exploratory data analysis, or for building probabilistic models. It is also a part of many games, so it can be useful outside of your career.‎

    Online courses on Coursera can help you learn probability no matter your current level of math skills. Some cover an intuitive approach for beginners, while others look at statistical theories. There are classes that use specific computer languages or that apply to specific industries. For example, someone working in the social sciences may want to take different courses than someone working in machine learning. Courses include lectures, readings, and projects so that you can apply what you learn. You will have the opportunity to use data sets and to apply your learning to what you see at work or at school. Some courses stand alone, and others are part of Specializations and Professional Certificates.‎

    Online Probability courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Probability skills. Choose from a wide range of Probability courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Probability, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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