ECON 7003- (MA) - Fall Term Course
This course introduces students to the basics of econometrics, equips them with practical skills using EViews, STATA, and R and provides the foundation to apply econometric methods in research articles and master’s theses. The course emphasizes both theoretical understanding and empirical applications, ensuring students gain hands-on experience with real datasets.
Class Hours: FRI. 10.00-12.20
Class: K2.101
Suggested Reading List
James D. Hamilton - Time Series Analysis
James Davidson - Econometric Theory
Jeffrey M. Wooldridge - Econometric analysis of cross section and panel data
A. Colin Cameron and Pravin K. Trivedi - Microeconometrics Methods and Applications
Suggested Websites
https://www.ssc.wisc.edu/~bhansen/econometrics/
Schedule 2025-2026*
Week 01: Introduction to Econometrics + Introduction to Eviews
Week 02: Classical Linear Regression Model + Introduction to STATA + Introduction to R
Week 03 - Multiple Regression + Applications
Week 04 - Violating the Assumptions of the CLRM - I + Applications
Week 05 - Violating the Assumptions of the CLRM - II + Applications
Week 06 - Dummy Variables and Categorical Data + Applications
Week 07 - Introduction to Time-Series Econometrics + Applications
Week 08 - Cointegration and Error-Correction Models + Applications
Week 09 - VAR and System Estimation Methods + Applications
Week 10 - Instrumental Variable Methods + Applications
Week 11 - Nonlinear Models + Applications
Week 12 - Introduction to Panel Data Models + Applications
Extra: Overleaf
Midterm&Final will be HW in applications
Oct. 31, 2025 - no class - research
Nov. 14, 2025 - midterm
Jan. 15, 2026 - TBA
* There may be minor changes in the schedule.