Introduction to Forecasting in Economics and Finance
ECON 386
Spring 2017
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| Certificates: Applied Data Science |
This course is an introduction to forecasting widely used by economists; forecasts are constantly made in business, finance, economics, government, and many other fields, and they guide many important decisions. The course focuses on core modeling and forecasting methods that are very widely applicable. It first introduces several fundamental issues relevant to any forecasting exercise, and then treats the construction, use, and evaluation of modern forecasting models.
Students work on individual research projects and learn how to build and use forecasting models. |
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
SBS ECON |
| Course Format: Lecture | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: ECON302 |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (CADS)(DATA-MN)(ECON-MN)(ECON) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: 75% - 89% |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Eric Ghysels and Massimiliano Marcellino, AN INTRODUCTION TO FORECASTING IN ECONOMICS AND FINANCE.
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Examinations and Assignments:
10 homework assignments, midterm, final, and a research project. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Students will use the statistical computer program Eviews. There will be 2-3 workshops on how to use Eviews scheduled at times outside the course meeting times. |
| Instructor(s): Ozkan,Nazire Times: .M.W... 08:20AM-09:40AM; Location: PAC104; |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 25 | | SR major: 13 | JR major: 12 | | |
| Seats Available: 14 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: 0 | JR non-major: 0 | SO: 0 | FR: 0 |
| Web Resources: Syllabus |
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