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ECN601   Applied Microeconometrics   (15 credits)

 
Year Running: 2016/2017
Credit level: F7
Additional Information   Prerequisite: ECN6540 Econometric Methods.

Description

The module provides examples and experience of applying standard microeconometric techniques to large sample surveys, with practical guidance on how to estimate and interpret results from different models. The syllabus covers topics such as limited dependent variables, instrumental variables, panel data methods and decomposition methods. Throughout use will be made of the Stata econometric software.

 

Reading List


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Teaching Methods

Delivery Type Hours
Independent 125.0
Lecture 20.0
Seminar 5.0
 

Methods of assessment

Assessment Type Duration % of formal assessment Semester
Course Work 0.0 25 % S2
Exam 2.25 75 % S2
 

Teaching methods and assessment displayed on this page are indicative for 2023-24.