Applied Econometrics for Public Policy
Instructors
Credits / Language / Semester
4Credits / English / Winter
Objectives/Overview
This course introduces practical econometrics and statistical tools commonly used to analyze empirical problems in economics and public policies. Hands-on examples will be solved and discussed in class using existing software (Eviews and Stata), while covering the underlying econometrics theory. The class will be taught in English and take place in a computer lab. Syllabus will be downloadable at http://www.koeda.e.u-tokyo.ac.jp/
Keywords
Econometrics, Economic and Public Policy, Eviews, Stata
Schedule
See syllabus downloadable at the course website
Teaching Methods
Lecture, Hands-on empirical execises using Eviews/Stata
Grading
Problem sets, Final exam
Required Text
Stock and Watson, Introduction to Econometrics, Addison-Wesley, 3rd Edition
Reference Books
See syllabus downloadable at the course website