Last modified: 31 May 2022 13:05
This course will build on the skills introduced in the first semester Quantitative Methods and develop skills in applying a variety of empirical methods taught across the programme to issues in energy.
| Study Type | Postgraduate | Level | 5 |
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| Term | Second Term | Credit Points | 15 credits (7.5 ECTS credits) |
| Campus | Aberdeen | Sustained Study | No |
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This course will consider the application of a range of empirical methods. For each method, any required background to the method will be discussed, and the practical application of the technique to a case introduced. Applications may include: 1. Applying Investment Appraisal Methods: Developing a Spreadhseet Model, Sensitivity Analysis, Monte Carlo Simulation 2. Modelling Retail-Wholesale Price Margins in Energy Markets: The Impact of Market Structure; Econometric analysis of Retail-Wholesale Data 3. Modelling Energy Demand; Theory and Model specification; Econometric Issues 4. Modelling the Economics of a Fuel Mandate; Formulating a simple model of the market; Counter-factual analysis 5. Industry Analysis; Structure, Performance, Conduct; Testing the evidence
Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.
Alternative Assessment
2 x 1500 word structured assignments based on data sets - each weighted 50% (100%)
There are no assessments for this course.
| Knowledge Level | Thinking Skill | Outcome |
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| Factual | Remember | ILO’s for this course are available in the course guide. |
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