Sports Analytics: Using data to model athletic performance.
This course is part of Sports Performance Analytics.
Course Cost
Free course
Intermediate
Skill Level
46 Hours
Self-paced lessons
This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full Sports Performance Analytics Specialization program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.
What you'll learn
Use Python to analyze and visualize sports performance data
Apply regression analysis to evaluate team and player statistics
Develop predictive models for sports outcomes
Create data representations and visualizations for different sports
Analyze salary impacts on team performance
Implement statistical methods to test sports phenomena like the hot hand effect
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
6.2 Hours PreRecorded video
13 quizzes
Access on Mobile, Tablet, Desktop
FullTime access
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There are 6 modules in this course
This comprehensive course introduces learners to sports analytics using Python, focusing on analyzing team performance across major sports leagues. The curriculum covers data representation techniques, regression analysis, and performance metrics, using real-world examples from MLB, NBA, NHL, EPL, and IPL. Students learn to extract meaningful insights from sports data, create analytical models, and develop practical skills in statistical analysis and data visualization, transforming them from consumers to producers of sports analytics.
Introduction to Sports Performance and Data
Module 1 · 9 Hours to complete
Introduction to Data Sources
Module 2 · 8 Hours to complete
Introduction to Sports Data and Plots in Python
Module 3 · 7 Hours to complete
Introduction to Sports Data and Regression Using Python
Module 4 · 7 Hours to complete
More on Regressions
Module 5 · 7 Hours to complete
Is There a Hot Hand in Basketball?
Module 6 · 8 Hours to complete
Fee Structure
Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: Sports Performance Analytics
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