Core Course
EC201 – Econometrics I
Course Unit Code: EC201
Type Of Unit: Core
Level of Course Unit: First cycle
Year of Study: Second year
Semester: On demand
Number of ECTS Credits: 6
Class Contact Hours: 36
Mode of Delivery
Face to Face
Prerequisites
None
Course Objectives
The objective of this course is to provide the theoretical and empirical skills, knowledge and tools for econometric modelling and analysis in the economic, business and social science disciplines, focusing on linear and non-linear cross section model.
Learning Outcomes
- Define the key elements of an econometric analysis.
- Recognize the proper data and estimation method to be used.
- Explain the outcome of the estimation and testing.
- Select the most appropriate econometric model.
- Interpret the results of advanced empirical analyses using cross-sectional data.
- Compare the outcome of alternative estimation and testing procedures.
Course Content
Course Features
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Lectures; in-class discussion and debates; in-class exercises; problem sets
Assessment methods and criteria
20% Class participation (including written class quizzes) and problem sets
30% Midterm
50% Final Exam
Language of Instruction
English
Readings
Textbooks:
1. Wooldridge, J. (2020). Introductory Econometrics: A Modern Approach, 7th ed.
Optional textbook:
2. Stock, J. and Watson, M. (2019). Introduction to Econometrics, 4th ed. Greene, W. (2018). Econometric Analysis, 8th ed.
English (UK) 
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