ECON 4870 - Introduction to Econometrics

3 hours

Focus on simple and multiple regression using ordinary least squares (OLS). Topics include linear and intrinsically linear regression models; estimation under ideal and non-ideal conditions; linear hypothesis testing; multicollinearity and models with dummy variables.

Prerequisite(s): ECON 4630 or MATH 3680 or DSCI 3710; MATH 1190 or MATH 1710.

Usually offered fall and spring semesters. May not be repeated at the graduate level as ECON 5640.

Course specific fees (in addition to tuition and mandatory):
Academic (AF) per hour: $20