ECON2007 Econometrics 2
The aim of the module is to provide an introduction to the theory and practice of the empirical investigation of economic phenomena using multiple regression.
Module Details
Title: Econometrics 2
Code: ECON2007
Year: 2
Semester: 2
CATS points: 15 ECTS points: 7.5
Level: Undergraduate
Co-ordinator(s): Mr John Aldrich
Pre-requisites and / or co-requisites
| Module | Code | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Quantitative Modelling in Economics | ECON1011 | 1 |
The aim of the module is to provide an introduction to the theory and practice of the empirical investigation of economic phenomena using multiple regression.
The module explains the underlying statistical concepts, and establishes enough of the formal results to understand the theoretical basis for regression. By using the EViews (or equivalent) econometric package, and interpreting its results, you will learn to demonstrate knowledge of, and competence in, the appropriate econometric methods.
Study time allocation
Contact hours: 28
Private study hours: 122
Total study time:
150
hours
Teaching and learning methods
There will be two lecture periods per week, plus a series of masterclasses.
Resources and reading list
Available on Blackboard.
Assessment methods
80% examination (2 hour), 20% coursework (2 pieces at 10% each). The coursework both forms your ideas, and assesses your ability to apply econometric methods. The examination measures your grasp of the theory, and of the detailed rationale for the econometric methods.
Resit: 100% examination. In the event of you having to resit this unit, your coursework marks will not be carried forward.