ECON 210 Introduction to Econometrics

18 points. Semester 1.

Overview

This paper provides a rigorous introduction to econometrics. Through problem-solving assignments and computer-based exercises students learn to appreciate the importance of using relevant econometric procedures when analysing economic issues. At the end of the paper successful students will be able to use econometric tools to provide answers to economic questions. Topics to be covered include least squares estimation, autocorrelation, heteroscedasticity, multicollinearity and dummy variables.

Paper coordinator

Dorian Owen

Prerequisite

QUAN 101 or BSNS 102 or STAT 110

Prerequisites or co-requisites

One of QUAN 102, FINQ 102, MATH 160, or (MATH 102 and MATH 103).

Restriction

FINC 203, STAT 241

Course Outline

You can download the 2008 course outline in pdf format.

Course Related Materials

Lecture and Tutorial notes will be available on Blackboard. Use your student user name and password to log in.

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