IKE 505E - Research Meth.in Economics I

Dersin Amaçları

The objectives of this course are as follows:

1. To understand the fundamentals of econometric modeling.
2. To master the foundations of linear regression analysis.
3. To understand the concept of causal analysis and its limitations when using observational data.
4. To explore extensions of the classical linear regression model.
5. To examine potential problems in linear regression analysis, such as threats to internal and external validity.
6. To study regression models with binary dependent variables.

Dersin Tanımı

This course is a one-semester study of the theory
and practice of econometrics. In this course, we will cover the following topics: (i) probability and statistics for econometrics, (ii) linear regression with single and multiple regressors, (iii) hypothesis tests and confidence intervals for linear regression models, (iv) nonlinear regression functions, (v) assessing studies based on multiple regression, and (vi) regression models with binary dependent variables, and (vi) panel data models. We will strike a balance between theory and application. Upon completion of the course, students will be ready to perform regression analysis and read applied work in the literature.