ECONOMETRICS III

ECON 400

An introduction to applied econometrics - the statistical methods economists use to evaluate empirical relationships and test economic theory. Emphasis on application of econometrics to real world data using modern statistical software and developing skills needed to understand empirical work in economics.

ECON 704

Econometric methods, theory, and applications. Matrix algebra will be used. Topics include linear regression, least-squares estimation, inference, and hypothesis testing. Primarily for Master's level students. It is expected that students will have completed three semesters calculus (such asMATH 234) and linear algebra (such asMATH 340).

ECON 705

Econometric methods, theory, and applications. Topics include instrumental variables, GMM, panel data, limited dependent variables, time series, and vector autoregressions.

ECON 716

Advanced econometric theory.

AAE 737

Preparation for empirical work by examining contemporary econometric techniques as they are used in development, environment and natural resources, and agricultural economics. Review a selection of applied models using past and current research as examples. Develop a deeper understanding of the many facets of empirical research in economics.