| ECON 382/721 |
Introduction to Econometrcis/Econometrics |
| Roumen Vesselinov, PhD |
RV@qc.cuny.edu |
| Office Hours |
PH 300T, Tu/Th 12:10 pm-1:10 pm |
| Required Text |
Jeffrey M. Wooldridge, Introductory Econometrics:
A Modern Approach, 4th/5th Edition.
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| Course Webpage |
http://qcpages.qc.cuny.edu/~rvesselinov/econ382.htm |
Course Description:
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3 lecture hr.; 1 lab hr.; 3 credits
This course will begin with a review of statistics and hypothesis testing, then introduce simple and multiple regression techniques; the estimation of regression using ordinary least squares; inference; and the use of statistical software to estimate economic models. |
| Learning Objectives: |
To be able to conduct independently applied econometric analysis using empirical data. To interpret the results of the econometric analysis and make the appropriate conclusions for policy impementation. |
| Prerequisites: |
Math 131 or equivalent and ECON 249 (Statistics as Applied to Economics and Business) or equivalent. Any student that does not satisfy the prerequisite will be dropped from this class. |
| Homeworks: |
Required but not graded. |
| Software: |
STATA® (www.stata.com) – required for HW, you can use PH 210 lab or buy (link) a student version ($35).
Help with STATA (link). |
| Grading: |
All exams are open book; you can bring textbooks, notes, etc., only on paper, no electronic sources.
Exam 1 (20%), Exam 2 (20%), Final Exam (40%), Paper (20%)
| A+(100%) |
A (90%) |
A- (86%) |
| B+ (82%) |
B (78%) |
B- (74%) |
| C+ (70%) |
C (66%) |
C- (62%) |
| D+ (58%) |
D (54%) |
F (<54%) |
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| General Policies: |
Integrity. Academic dishonesty of any form will not be tolerated. Penalties for cheating can range from a failing grade for an assignment to a failing grade in the course. Additional disciplinary action is also possible through Queens College. Please consult the CUNY policy on academic integrity for additional information (link).
Plagiarism: Plagiarism is a form of cheating. The assignments that you submit for this course must be your individual work.
Make-up Exams: Make-up exams will only be allowed in the event that a written, documented, explanation is accepted. Make-up exams may differ from the original exam. |
