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ECMT3120: Applied Econometrics

2025 unit information

Econometric theory provides techniques to quantify the strength and form of relationships between variables. Econometric methods are concerned with the appropriate use of these techniques in practical applications in economics. This unit offers an introduction to the theory and practice of econometrics, discussing general principles for undertaking applied work. Topics may include discrete choice models, maximum likelihood estimation, limited dependent variable models, panel data methods, and nonparametric estimations.

Unit details and rules

Managing faculty or University school:

Arts and Social Sciences

Study level Undergraduate
Academic unit Economics
Credit points 6
Prerequisites:
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ECMT3010 or ((ECMT2150 or ECMT2950) and ECMT2160)
Corequisites:
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None
Prohibitions:
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None
Assumed knowledge:
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None

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

  • LO1. utilise methods to produce, validate and interpret simple and multiple regression models
  • LO2. calculate and understand the statistical significance of regression models
  • LO3. carefully define statistical models
  • LO4. identify and apply extensions to the regression model which address special features of different data structures, and the testing of inequality restrictions on the regression coefficients
  • LO5. achieve fluency with methods like properties of least squares estimators, hypothesis testing, instrumental variables, and discrete choice models.

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Semester 1 2024
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
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Semester 1 2025
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
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Semester 2 2020
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Semester 2 2021
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Semester 2 2021
Normal day Remote
Semester 2 2022
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Semester 2 2022
Normal day Remote
Semester 2 2023
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

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