Quantitative Economic Analysis
Economics
A course by
Lincoln University
Exposure to advanced economic research methods and economic modelling, including testing economic theories, model validation, and dynamic econometric models analysis.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Lincoln University, Lincoln
Core skills this course teaches
Understand econometric principles
Understand principles of econometric techniques widely used in applied economic and financial research and acquire foundations for further econometric studies.
Estimate and validate econometric models
Estimate econometric models and test model adequacy amidst uncertainty in model specification and non-experimentally generated data.
Formulate and test economic hypotheses
Formulate and rigorously test economic hypotheses within a statistical framework.
What You're Signing Up For
This course provides advanced knowledge in economic research methods and economic modelling. Students learn the methodology of testing economic theories, specification analysis, model validation techniques, and the analysis of dynamic econometric models. The course is designed for those wishing to understand and apply econometric techniques widely used in economic and financial research.
Course Content
- Methodology of testing economic theories
- Specification analysis
- Model validation techniques
- Analysis of dynamic econometric models
- Estimation of econometric models using non-experimental data
- Formulating and testing economic hypotheses
- Use of econometric software (Excel, Eviews, R)
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Economics
Research
Financial Analysis
Future employment opportunities might be
Economic Researcher
Financial Analyst
Data Analyst