Founded in 2002, Statistics.com is one of the pioneering institutions in online statistics and data science education. The Institute for Statistics Education at Statistics.com is certified to operate by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV). The organization specializes in providing comprehensive online courses in statistics, analytics, and data science through personalized learning experiences and professional mentorship.
18+
Years of operation
80
Annual courses offered
15,000+
Total graduates
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American Council on Education (ACE)
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State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV)
While Statistics.com does not provide traditional career services, its educational model is designed to enhance professional development through practical, industry-relevant training. The institution's focus on personalized mentorship and professional guidance helps students develop skills directly applicable to their careers. Through collaboration with industry experts and practitioners, students receive practical insights and guidance for career advancement in data science and analytics fields. The organization's emphasis on solving real-world problems and practical applications ensures that graduates are well-prepared for professional challenges in data-driven fields.
These are the expert instructors who will be teaching you throughout the course. With a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience, they’re here to guide, inspire, and support you every step of the way. Get to know the people who will help you reach your learning goals and make the most of your journey.
5 Courses
Prominent Educator and Author in Statistics and Data Science
Peter Bruce is the Chief Learning Officer at Elder Research and the Founder of the Institute for Statistics Education at Statistics.com, which specializes in online education in statistics and data analytics. He has co-authored several influential works, including Responsible Data Science (Wiley, 2021), Data Mining for Business Analytics (Wiley, 2006–2021), which has seen 13 editions and is used in over 600 universities worldwide, and Practical Statistics for Data Scientists (O'Reilly, 2nd ed. 2020). Additionally, he authored Introductory Statistics and Analytics: A Resampling Perspective (Wiley, 2015). With a background that includes degrees from Princeton and Harvard, as well as an MBA from the University of Maryland, Peter has leveraged his extensive knowledge to develop a comprehensive curriculum that addresses various aspects of statistics and analytics. His commitment to education is reflected in his role at the Institute, where he oversees course development and faculty recruitment while teaching courses on resampling methods
1 Course
Experienced Data Scientist Specializes in Insider Threat and Text Analytics
Veronica Carlan is a Data Scientist at Elder Research, bringing extensive experience from her work with the intelligence community since 2009, where she previously served as an intelligence analyst. Currently, she focuses on insider threat detection, text analytics, and application development and maintenance. Her expertise includes analyzing complex data sets to identify potential security risks and developing tools for effective data management. Veronica's background uniquely positions her to bridge the gap between data science and practical applications in security, enhancing organizational capabilities in monitoring and mitigating insider threats.