BØK730 Econometrics (Autumn 2020)

ECTS Credits:
7.5
Responsible faculty:
Avdeling for økonomi og samfunnsvitenskap
Campus:
Molde
Teaching language:
English
Study level:
{code=HN, name=Second degree level}
Duration:
½ year

Table of contents

Contents

  • Review of probability distributions, random variables, and statistical inference
  • Linear regresssion models
  • Challenges in using classical linear regression models with data and questions from economics
  • Time Series Models
  • Simple Panel Data Methods
  • Simultaneous Equations Models
  • Limited dependent variable methods

The course is connected to the following study programs

Recommended knowledge

Bachelor i økonomi og administrasjon eller tilsvarende samt emnet LOG 708 Applied Statistics eller tilsvarende. 

The student's learning outcomes after passing the exam

After completion of the course, students should:

  • Have a good knowledge of basic econometrics and statistical methods as a scientific tool in the analysis of practical economic problems
  • Be familiar with the basic methods of regression analysis as well as the main challenges in applying such to economic questions
  • Be able to specify and estimate appropriate econometric models to test their research questions
  • Be able to interpret and understand estimation results
  • Detect and correct common statistical problems in economic data and models

 

Forms of teaching and learning

3 timer forelesning per uke samt 2 timer øvinger

Coursework requirements - conditions for taking the exam

  • Obligatorisk arbeidskrav: Oppgave(r)
  • Antall arbeidskrav:
  • Påkrevde arbeidskrav:
  • Fremmøte: Ikke påkrevd
  • Kommentar: Obligatoriske innleveringer i kurset kan være påkrevd.

Exam

  • Vurderingsform: Annen vurderingsform, definer i kommentarfelt
  • Andel: 100%
  • Varighet: Timer
  • Gruppering: Individuell
  • Karakterskala: Bokstavkarakter
  • Hjelpemidler: -

Pensum

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