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Econometric Theory II - ECO00021I

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  • Department: Economics and Related Studies
  • Module co-ordinator: Prof. Takashi Yamagata
  • Credit value: 10 credits
  • Credit level: I
  • Academic year of delivery: 2021-22
    • See module specification for other years: 2022-23

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Pre-requisite modules

Co-requisite modules

Prohibited combinations

  • None

Module will run

Occurrence Teaching period
A Spring Term 2021-22

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.

Assessment

Task Length % of module mark
Online Exam - 24 hrs (Centrally scheduled)
Econometric Theory II		 8 hours 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.

Reassessment

Task Length % of module mark
Online Exam - 24 hrs (Centrally scheduled)
Econometric Theory II		 8 hours 100

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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.


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