Probability Distributions Courses and Certifications

BiteSize Stats: Key Probability Distributions

Build probability models from random variables and PMFs: compute binomial, Poisson, and Normal probabilities, standardize with Z-scores, and apply the Central Limit Theorem to sample means.

• Coursera
• 5 weeks, 17 hours a week
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Coursera

Using probability distributions for real world problems in R

37 ratings at Coursera

Apply Binomial, Poisson, Normal, Exponential and Chi-square distributions to solve practical problems in R, and visualize the resulting data distributions.

• Coursera
• 1 hour 45 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Probability for Actuaries: Introduction to Discrete Distributions

This actuarial science course covers introductory probability theory that can be applied to risk management. Topics covered include an introductory examination of descriptive statistics of data sets,

• edX
• 9 weeks, 4-6 hours a week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Probability for Actuaries: Continuous Distributions

This actuarial science course covers the features and uses of continuous probability distributions as well as the law of large numbers and the central limit theorem. Multivariate discrete distribution

• edX
• 9 weeks, 4-6 hours a week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Professor Leonard

A Study of Probability Distributions, Mean, and Standard Deviation

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A lecture on how probability distributions relate to mean and standard deviation in statistics.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 13 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Professor Leonard

Statistics Lecture - A Study of Binomial Probability Distributions

Study binomial probability distributions through independent events, success and failure, formulas, probability tables, and calculator applications.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 33 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

ExcelIsFun

Excel Statistical Analysis - Binomial Probability Distributions - BINOM.DIST.RANGE Function & Chart

Learn to calculate, chart, and analyze binomial probability distributions in Excel using BINOM.DIST.RANGE, formulas, and practical experiments.

• YouTube
• 32 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Insights into Mathematics

Binomial and Geometric Distributions - Probability and Statistics

Explore binomial and geometric distributions, using probability generating functions to derive their means and variances.

• YouTube
• 52 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

ExcelIsFun

Excel Statistical Analysis - Build Discrete Probability Distributions with Worksheet Formulas

Build dynamic discrete probability distributions in Excel with worksheet formulas, then calculate probabilities, expected value, variance, and standard deviation for business decisions.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

AnalystPrep

Poisson Distributions for SOA Exam P - Probability and Univariate Random Variables

Master Poisson distributions through practical examples involving claim frequencies, vehicle arrivals, and probability calculations - perfect for SOA Exam P preparation.

• YouTube
• 14 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Steve Brunton

Random Variables and Probability Distributions - From Basics to Distributions

Explore the fundamentals of random variables, from basic coin flip examples to probability distributions, with clear explanations of their role in statistical analysis and calculus applications.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

VinAI

Comparing Probability Distributions with Conditional Transport

Explore conditional transport as a new divergence for comparing probability distributions, with applications in generative modeling and resistance to mode collapse.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 15 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

NPTEL-NOC IITM

Numerical Examples of Continuous Random Variables and Probability Distributions

Explore numerical examples of continuous random variables, probability density functions, and distributions including Bernoulli and Binomial, with focus on mean, moments, and variance.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

NPTEL-NOC IITM

Probability Distributions and Climate Data Analysis

Explore probability distribution concepts and their practical applications in analyzing climate data patterns and statistical modeling.

• YouTube
• 34 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Stat Courses

Joint Probability Distributions

Introduces joint probability density and mass functions through examples of discrete random variables and multivariate probability distributions.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video