EC 420 - Econometrics

(3.00 cr.)

Prerequisite: EC 102 , EC 103 , and EC 220 or ST 210 . A grade of C or better required in all prerequisites. Develops and applies the tools of economic theory, mathematics, and statistics to economic phenomena. Students learn to investigate the specification, estimation, and interpretation of empirical economic relationships using least squares techniques. Simple and multiple regression, alternative specifications, and simultaneous equations are used in case studies to form a foundation of experience for students to become applied statisticians and economists.