ECONOMIC STATISTICS*

概要

Prerequisite: MTH111 (Mathematics and Statistics for Business and Economics) Students should have basic understanding of statistics. Basic computer skills (MS Excel) are also necessary. This course is an introductory econometrics course that mainly covers linear regression models. Econometrics is a tool that identifies the causal relationships between variables that is indispensable to implement reliable quantitative evaluation of business, economic, or public policy. I will introduce how the tools are applied to "real problems" to motivate your study. The emphasis will be on practical application, and we will make extensive use of computer software. Basic knowledge of statistics is assumed (although it will be reviewed).

目標

The goal of this course is that you will (i) understand the concepts of statistical techniques properly, (ii) be able to use those concepts to analyze economics and business in quantitatively manners, and (iii) be familiar with ways to handle data using a computer software (MS EXCEL and R/RStudio).

授業外の学習

Preparation of class materials and reading assignments (60 minutes). Work on class assignments (60 minutes). Review class lecture and do quizzes (70 minutes).

所要時間: 190 minutes