ECM001NU-Introduction to Econometric Analysis
Module Provider: School of Politics, Economics and International Relations
Number of credits: 0 [0 ECTS credits]
Level:7
Semesters in which taught: Semester 1 module
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Current from: 2023/4
Module Convenor: Dr Hussein Hassan
Email: hussein.hassan@reading.ac.uk
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Summary module description:
This module is primarily designed to give students a general understanding of basic econometrics with an emphasis on the interpretation of basic linear regression results and their relevance in economic analysis.
Aims:
The module aims to introduce students to the empirical analysis of economic models.
Assessable learning outcomes:
The module covers various aspects of Econometrics. At the end of the module students should be able to:
- understand issues involved in regression model specification;
- interpret regression results;
- conduct simple hypothesis tests;
- have a general understanding of the main assumptions that underlie the application of statistics to economic problems.
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Outline content:
- The simple linear regression model, interpretation of different functional forms.
- The multiple linear regression model.
- Inference in the multiple linear regression model, hypothesis testing.
- Further forms of regression models and their interpretation.
Global context:
This module is compulsory for the MSc Business Economics degree programme.
Brief description of teaching and learning methods:
Lectures will be used for the exposition of the principal concepts, principles and techniques.
Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |
Lectures | 20 | |
Guided independent study: | ||
Other | 30 | |
Total hours by term | 50 | 0 |
Total hours for module | 50 |
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Summative assessment- Coursework and in-class tests:
None. Rather the module helps to prepare students to take another module which is assessed.
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Last updated: 30 March 2023
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