Econometric Theory II - ECO00021I

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  • Department: Economics and Related Studies
  • Credit value: 10 credits
  • Credit level: I
  • Academic year of delivery: 2022-23

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Module will run

Occurrence Teaching period
A Spring Term 2022-23

Module aims

To introduce the student to a number of methods and models central to the understanding of Econometrics

Module learning outcomes

On successfully completing the module the student will be able to:

  • Derive a range of estimators and test statistics for the linear regression model using matrix notation.
  • Demonstrate the properties of these estimators under differing assumptions; and,
  • Explore a range of statistics for testing those assumptions.

Indicative assessment

Task % of module mark
Closed/in-person Exam (Centrally scheduled) 100

Special assessment rules

None

Additional assessment information

This will test the ability to construct and communicate a mathematical argument and to solve problems. Practice questions will be discussed in seminars.

Indicative reassessment

Task % of module mark
Closed/in-person Exam (Centrally scheduled) 100

Module feedback

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Indicative reading

Students are advised to ensure that they have full access to either of the general texts,
Johnston, J. Econometric Methods. McGraw-Hill. or
Green, W H. Econometric Analysis. Prentice-Hall.
Other specific reading will be announced, where applicable, during the course.