ECON385 - Econometrics

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Academic Year 2005/2006

Econometrics
ECON 385 SP

Econometrics is the study of statistical techniques for analyzing economic data. The course reviews multiple regression and develops several more advanced estimation techniques. Students work on individual research projects and learn to use econometric software.

MAJOR READINGS

Wooldridge, INTRODUCTORY ECONOMETRICS
Kennedy, A GUIDE TO ECONOMETRICS

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Regular problem sets, two take-home exams, and a semester-long research project applying econometric analysis to a data set chosen by the student.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

Students are required to use statistical computer programs (Stata, EViews), which are available in the campus data labs.

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD Credit: 1 Gen Ed Area Dept: SBS ECON Grading Mode: Student Option

Prerequisites: (ECON301 AND MATH221) OR (ECON301 AND MATH223) OR (ECON302 AND MATH221) OR (ECON302 AND MATH223)

SECTION 01

Instructor(s): Hanson,Michael S.

Times: .M.W... 11:00AM-12:20PM; Location: PAC125;

Reserved Seats: (Total Limit: 25)

SR. major: 11 Jr. major: 12

SR. non-major: 2 Jr. non-major: 0 SO: 0 FR: X

Special Attributes:

Curricular Renewal: Quantitative Reasoning, Writing

Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-30-2006