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Stan Becoming a BayeZian I

Build Bayesian Intuition with Stan

Bayesian expertise is among the most sought-after skills in tech, finance, pharma, and sports analytics. Start from first principles—uncertainty, probability, and priors—and progress to GLMs and hierarchical models with Stan under the guidance of a Columbia professor.

Uncertainty & Variation Priors → Posteriors Stan & cmdstanr GLMs & Hierarchical
20+
Hours of Video
28
Stan Model Files
14
Sports Datasets
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Scott Spencer

Scott Spencer

Columbia Professor • Stan Collaborator

$1,249
Lifetime Access28 Stan Files + Certificate
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30+ Hours of Content
28 Stan Model Files
14 Sports Datasets
Why Bayesian?

The Most In-Demand Statistical Skill Set

Companies across every industry are seeking analysts who can quantify uncertainty, not just make predictions.

$180K+
Avg. Bayesian Data Scientist Salary
3x
Growth in Bayesian Job Postings (5yr)
Top 5
Most Requested Skill in Pharma Analytics
100%
Of Top Sports Teams Use Bayesian Models
Trusted by teams at:
AmazonGoogleJohnson & JohnsonPfizerESPNNBA TeamsMLB Front Offices
What You'll Master

High-Value Skills Employers Are Hiring For

Bayesian analysts command premium salaries at top companies. Master the probabilistic thinking that powers decisions at Amazon, Google, pharmaceutical giants, and elite sports teams.

Probability & Distributions

Bernoulli, Binomial, Poisson, Beta, Normal—know when and why to use each.

Priors → Posteriors

Formulate priors, write likelihoods, and interpret posteriors with confidence.

Stan Fundamentals

Code models, fit with cmdstanr, and check HMC diagnostics like a pro.

Model Evaluation

Use PPCs and LOOCV/ELPD to compare and validate your models.

GLMs & Link Functions

Model counts and probabilities with logit and log links.

Hierarchical Models

Share strength across groups with partial pooling and reparameterization.

Simulation in R

Prototype distributions and models to build intuition before Stan.

Case Study: Soccer xG

Build and extend an expected-goals model with real soccer data.

Complete Curriculum

From Foundations to Production

20 comprehensive modules covering probability, Stan fundamentals, GLMs, hierarchical models, and a full soccer xG case study.

30+
Hours Content
28
Stan Files
14
Datasets
10
Quizzes
Scott Spencer

Scott Spencer

Columbia University Professor • Stan Language Collaborator

Scott Spencer is one of the world's foremost experts in applied Bayesian analysis. As a Columbia professor and Stan collaborator, his methods power decisions at Amazon, Johnson & Johnson, Vevo, and leading sports franchises. His unique ability to translate complex probabilistic concepts into production-ready code has made him the go-to instructor for organizations serious about Bayesian methods.

Columbia University
Stan Collaborator
Fortune 500 Advisor
Industry Endorsements

Trusted by Analytics Leaders

"Scott Spencer brings Bayesian modeling alive. He not only explains the math, but shows how to implement models in Stan that are clear, scalable, and ready for research or production."

Michael S. Czahor, PhD

Michael S. Czahor, PhD

President, AthlyticZ

"AthlyticZ has completely transformed the learning approach to data science through the use of sports-based problems. The instructors are the best of the best."

Bill Geivett

Bill Geivett, M.Ed.

Former Sr. VP, Colorado Rockies

How We Teach

Designed for Flexibility & Impact

Mix clear instruction, continuous assessment, and applied projects—learn at your pace and show real results.

Video

Prerecorded Video Lessons

Learn on your schedule with concise, high-quality videos you can pause, replay, and revisit.

Assignments

Assignments & Exercises

Reinforce concepts with practical exercises that build intuition in real workflows.

Assessment

Continuous Assessment

Low-friction quizzes give you immediate feedback and keep you on track.

Projects

Hands-On Projects

Tackle real analytics problems with portfolio-ready case studies.

Resources

Supplementary Resources

Curated readings, Stan files, and R scripts to deepen understanding.

Interactive

Interactive Features

Lesson-embedded notes and preloaded code for hands-on learning.

Ready to Transform Your Career?

Join the Elite Analysts Who
Quantify Uncertainty for a Living

Bayesian skills open doors at top tech companies, pharmaceutical giants, hedge funds, and elite sports organizations. This is the investment that pays dividends for your entire career.

$1,249
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28 Stan Files + 14 Datasets + Certificate
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