Machine Learning with R: Build, Analyze & Predict

About this course

Build a strong foundation in machine learning with R by combining statistical theory with practical implementation. In Master Machine Learning with R: Build, Analyze & Predict, you will learn how machine learning works, explore the differences between supervised and unsupervised learning, and develop essential R programming skills for data manipulation and preparation. As you progress, you will strengthen your understanding of statistical concepts, including regression, correlation, probability distributions, hypothesis testing, and model evaluation before applying these principles to predictive modelling. The course then guides you through core machine learning algorithms in R, including regression, classification, K-Nearest Neighbours (KNN), decision trees, random forests, and boosting. Along the way, you will learn how to interpret statistical outputs, avoid common data analysis mistakes, and improve model performance using ensemble learning techniques. Designed for students, aspiring data professionals, and anyone interested in data science with R, this course provides a structured, step-by-step learning experience that connects statistical foundations with practical machine learning applications. By the end of the course, you will be able to prepare datasets, analyse data, evaluate statistical models, implement machine learning algorithms in R, and make informed, data-driven predictions with greater confidence.

Course objectives

• provide a structured approach to machine learning with R
• connect statistical foundations to practical applications in data science