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Master Statistics for Data Science & Analytics

Statistics for Data Science & Analytics

3.5 hrs 40 coding exercises 3 projects

Unlock the power of statistics for data science and analytics. This beginner-friendly course covers essential topics like descriptive statistics, probability, data visualization, and hypothesis testing—designed to help you analyze

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Introduction to Statistics

3 Videos

An overview of the significance of statistics in data science, providing foundational knowledge essential for data analysis.

3 items

0.30 hr

  • Role of Statistics in Data Science
  • Basic Concepts in Statistics
  • Types and Sources of Data

Probability

3 Videos

An exploration of probability fundamentals, including key concepts and mathematical principles that underpin statistical reasoning.

3 items

0.40 hr

  • Introduction to Probability Concepts
  • Key Principles and Theorems in Probability
  • Understanding Probability Distributions
  • Coding Exercises Probability - Beginner

Descriptive Statistics

4 Videos

An examination of techniques for summarizing and visualizing data, enabling insights through effective representation.

4 items

1.10 hr

  • Introduction to Probability Concepts (Complete)
  • Key Principles and Theorems in Probability
  • Understanding Probability Distributions
  • Coding Exercises Probability - Beginner

Statistical Inference

4 Videos

A deep dive into methods for making predictions and decisions based on sample data, emphasizing estimation and hypothesis testing.

4 items

1.15 hr

  • Understanding Sampling
  • Estimation Techniques
  • Hypothesis Testing Frameworks
  • Testing Methods
  • Coding Exercises Statistical Inference - Beginner
  • Coding Exercises Statistical Inference - Intermediate

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  • GUIDED PROJECT 1
  • Analyzing Call Center Efficiency
  • As a data analyst for a telecommunications company, you’ll analyze customer support call center data to uncover probabilistic patterns and operational insights. Using probability distributions, sampling, estimation, and hypothesis testing, your goal is to assess call arrival behavior, service efficiency across shifts, and average wait times—enabling data-driven improvements in call center performance.
Probability Distributions
Sampling Techniques
Estimation & Confidence Intervals
Hypothesis Testing
Operational Analysis Using Inferential Statistics
  • GUIDED PROJECT 2
  • Analyzing Factors Influencing Student Academic Performance
  • In this project, you’ll step into the role of a Data Analyst for an educational consulting firm. Using real-world student performance data, your task is to perform a comprehensive statistical analysis to identify key factors affecting academic success. You'll apply descriptive and inferential statistical techniques to uncover insights and support data-driven recommendations—without using machine learning. Descriptive Statistics Data Visualization Correlation Analysis Hypothesis Testing Confidence Interval Estimation
Descriptive Statistics
Inferential Statistics
Data Visualization
Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA)
Probability Theory
Probability Distributions
Hypothesis Testing
Correlation Analysis
Sampling Methods
Application of Statistical Theorems.
  • GUIDED PROJECT 3
  • Customer Purchase Behavior Analysis
  • As a junior data analyst at a retail company, your job is to analyze online customer transaction data to uncover patterns in purchase behavior. Through descriptive statistics and data visualization, you’ll explore spending habits, product quantity trends, and segment-based differences—providing actionable insights for marketing and sales teams. Descriptive Statistics Measures of Dispersion Data Visualization Customer Segmentation Analysis Correlation Analysis
Descriptive Statistics
Inferential Statistics
Data Visualization
Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA)
Probability Theory
Probability Distributions
Hypothesis Testing
Correlation Analysis
Sampling Methods
Application of Statistical Theorems.

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