Applied Econometrics II
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| ECON2041 | Economics | 2 | 20 | Spring Malaysia |
- Code
- ECON2041
- School
- Economics
- Level
- 2
- Credits
- 20
- Semesters
- Spring Malaysia
Summary
Target Students
Available to all students who have the appropriate pre- and co-requisites.Available to JYA/Erasmus students.
Classes
- One 2-hour tutorial each week for 5 weeks
- One 2-hour lecture each week for 10 weeks
- One 2-hour computing each week for 5 weeks
Further Activity Details: 10 lectures, 5 computing class and 5 tutorials throughout the semester. Activities take place only in specified weeks of the Semester. A complete timetable is published on the website.
Assessment
- 25% Coursework 1: Coursework (2000 words)
- 75% Exam 1 (1-hour-30-minute): 1 hour 30 minutes
Assessed by end of spring semester
Educational Aims
The module aims to:· introduce students to the principles, uses and interpretation of regression techniques most commonly employed in applied economics using cross-sectional, panel and time-series data;· provide students with sufficient knowledge of regression methods to critically evaluate and interpret published empirical research;· enable students to undertake empirical analyses and econometric forecasting using specialist econometric software.Introduce students to limited dependent variables models.Learning Outcomes
On completing this module, the learning outcomes are such that students will be able to:
Knowledge and Understanding:
- A4 demonstrate understanding of verbal, graphical, mathematical and econometric representation of economic ideas and analysis, including the relationship between them
- A5 show understanding of relevant mathematical and statistical techniques
Intellectual Skills:
- B3 Be able to evaluate, analyse and present quantitative data
Professional / Practical Skills:
- C2 Understand the sources and content of economic data and evidence, as well as appropriate methods of analysis
Transferable Skills:
- D1 Apply mathematical, statistical and graphical techniques in an appropriate manner
- D3 Use appropriate IT packages effectively.
Conveners
- Dr Rasyad Parinduri
Last updated 09/01/2025.