Quantitative Methods in Economics
ECON 300
Spring 2011
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02
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This course is an introduction to quantitative techniques widely used by economists. Topics include various methods of applied statistics that facilitate the understanding of economic literature and the pursuit of empirical research; elements of probability, correlation, multiple regression, and hypothesis testing. |
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Essential Capabilities:
None |
| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
SBS ECON |
| Course Format: Lecture | Grading Mode: Student Option |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: ECON110 |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (BIOL)(CADS)(DATA-MN)(ECON-MN)(ECON)(EDST-MN)(EDST)(PSYC) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: Not Available |
| SECTION 02 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Wonnacott & Wonnacott, INTRODUCTORY STATISTICS FOR BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS, 4th ed. |
Examinations and Assignments:
12 (twelve) problem sets, two in-class tests, a term project, and final exam scheduled by the Registrar |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Term paper requiring collecting, manipulating and interpreting economic data is required. |
| Instructor(s): Imai,Masami Times: .M.W... 02:40PM-04:00PM; Location: SCIE109; |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 35 | | SR major: 0 | JR major: 5 | | |
| Seats Available: -4 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: 5 | JR non-major: 5 | SO: 20 | FR: 0 |
| Web Resources: Syllabus |
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