| Unit name | Applied Econometrics (QM4) |
|---|---|
| Unit code | EFIM30006 |
| Credit points | 20 |
| Level of study | H/6 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 1 (weeks 1 - 12) |
| Unit director | Dr. Khan |
| Open unit status | Not open |
| Units you must take before you take this one (pre-requisite units) |
EFIM20011 Econometrics 1 |
| Units you must take alongside this one (co-requisite units) |
None. |
| Units you may not take alongside this one | |
| School/department | School of Economics |
| Faculty | Faculty of Social Sciences and Law |
Builds on material covered in the second year Econometrics unit. Some new techniques will be covered, but the emphasis will shift towards applying Econometrics to problems in Economics. After revisiting the Linear Model, the lectures will introduce time series regression. It will provide an introduction to many of the applied techniques which are used in modern macroeconomics. This part of the course is taught by Sami Stouli.
After introducing heteroskedasticity and the Generalised/Weighted Least Squares estimator, the lectures will cover estimation and hypothesis testing in models for binary dependent variable models. These techniques are often used in estimating models from cross-section samples. Estimation and testing in linear models using panel data is covered next. This part of the course is taught by Frank Windmeijer.
You will find that understanding these techniques and being able to use them are essential in successfully completing the applied projects in the Applied Economics Dissertation.
Teaching will be delivered through a combination of synchronous and asynchronous sessions such as online teaching for large and small group, face-to-face small group classes (where possible) and interactive learning activities
24-hour take-home exam
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