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EC5007: INTRODUCTORY ECONOMETRIC THEORY (2017-2018)

Last modified: 27 Feb 2018 18:47


Course Overview

This course aims to develop the ability to analyse time-series and cross-section data with both economic and statistical techniques. Students will be able to formulate research questions.

You will also develop knowledge of the uses and limitations of the classical linear regression model, identification of methodological issue that arise in regression analysis, and the ability to use more complex econometric models to overcome those obstacles

Course Details

Study Type Postgraduate Level 5
Term First Term Credit Points 15 credits (7.5 ECTS credits)
Campus Old Aberdeen Sustained Study No
Co-ordinators
  • Dr Juergen Bracht

Qualification Prerequisites

None.

What courses & programmes must have been taken before this course?

  • Any Postgraduate Programme (Studied)
  • One of MRes Applied Economics or MSc Applied Economics or MSc Applied Economics (Health)

What other courses must be taken with this course?

None.

What courses cannot be taken with this course?

  • EC5002 Econometric Theory and Data Analysis (Passed)

Are there a limited number of places available?

No

Course Description

This  course aims to develop students ability  is that students develop the ability to analyse time-series and cross-section data with both economic and statistical techniques. Students will be able to formulate research questions.


Contact Teaching Time

Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.

Teaching Breakdown

More Information about Week Numbers


Details, including assessments, may be subject to change until 30 August 2024 for 1st term courses and 20 December 2024 for 2nd term courses.

Summative Assessments

Written examination, 2hrs (70%); Presentation (15%); Written assignment (15%).

Resit: 100% 2hr written examination.

Formative Assessment

There are no assessments for this course.

Feedback

Written feedback is given on the written assignment. On a less formal basis verbal feedback is given during class discussions.

Course Learning Outcomes

None.

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