ECON 9011:Advanced Econometrics

3 Credit Hours
This course provides a broad introduction to econometric concepts and tools that are essential in decision analytics in economics and business settings. It covers basic techniques in linear regression analysis as well as a variety of more advanced and widely used methods, such as difference-in-differences, regression discontinuity design, and synthetic control method. The course presents statistical and econometric theories that allow students to understand the background of the technical applications. It also exposes students to classical examples in the literature that showcase the application of the methods. Hands-on exercises are designed for students to work with data sets and practice the techniques.