ETF5560 · Case studies in applied econometrics

Overview

The unit covers common areas of application of applied econometrics such as: Macro & Finance, Micro and Health, Energy and Climate. Through a combination of lectures, group discussions, and small assessments, you will gain a firm grounding on each area. You will then complete a major case study report on one of the areas of application.

Offerings

Assessment

The Handbook does not list a final examination among the assessment items. That is not a guarantee there is none.

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

Learning outcomes

1. deal with case studies and empirical scenarios associated with real-world datasets, empirically relevant econometric models and methods, and implementation of computational algorithms
2. learn how to write a comprehensive research report summarising research findings.

Workload

Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities. You are expected to complete all pre-class activities prior to your scheduled class, and post-class activities should be completed after your scheduled class. Learning activities may include a combination of teacher directed, peer directed and online engagement activities.

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.