1 - I bring 10+ years of experience teaching at the university level and privately tutoring students in econometrics, micro- and macro-economics, statistics, research design (both quantitative and qualitative), international development, business, data analysis, and commerce.

2 - I am proficient in tutoring students using Python, R, eViews, STATA, SPSS, and MS-Excel for their coursework and assignments.

3 - I hold a Master of Applied Econometrics from Monash Uni, with a thesis on forecasting methods in macroeconomics. I also have a Master's in Economics degree from the London School of Economics (UK), with specialisation in Development Economics.

4 - I have recently completed a pre-doctoral fellowship at the University of Melbourne, and expect to start my PhD later this year.   

5 - I was a Visiting Research Fellow in The Hague, the Netherlands, with my research funded by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

6 - I worked for several years in academia and government consulting.

7 - My work has been published in a peer-reviewed journal and a government report. Additionally, I have taught academic writing at a university and am available for tutoring in academic writing, publication, and proofreading.

8 - In my free time, I enjoy meditation, running, marathon training, and volunteering at a local museum.

1 - I am a Melbourne-based online tutor, teaching university students across Australia, including many international students.

2 - All sessions are conducted via video call for the convenience for students.

3 - I begin by assessing each student’s current understanding, and then tailor my teaching to meet their specific needs and learning style.

4 - I teach with the course structure and assessment requirements in mind, focusing on helping my students strive for distinctions in their assessments and exams.

5 - Each session taught using tailored notes, emailed to you after class, for revision and assignment/exam preparation.

6 - I believe that economic concepts are best understood through real-world examples, so I explain theories using practical, relatable examples. I want my students to truly understand and enjoy the subject, rather than merely memorise answers. 

7 - I regularly ask my students to submit draft answers to potential exam questions. This allows me to check whether students are meeting the examiner's expectations and marking criteria. 

8 - After each class, you will be encouraged to practise answering questions independently. You are welcome to email me your work once for feedback or to ask questions, which I am happy to provide at no extra cost. We may also review your answers during a tutoring session, where I will guide you on writing exam and assignment answers to improve your grades. 

9 - When teaching the Academic Writing course, I emphasise practice. I have students write practice essays, which we then review together. We discuss the strengths and weaknesses from both the reader's and publisher’s perspectives. This approach helps students not only craft excellent essays with their audience in mind but also develop the critical and analytical skills necessary to evaluate their own work, which are valuable for future assignments.

* * * FIRST SESSION FREE * * *

10 - If you’d like to discuss your requirements, my teaching methods, or the study notes I prepare for my students, I’m happy to arrange a FREE video call.

1. Tejani, S (2024, November 26). As an Indian Muslim, I couldn’t bring myself to celebrate Diwali this year — here’s why. ABC Religion & Ethics. https://www.abc.net.au/religion/shirin-tejani-islamophobia-as-indian-muslim-celebrating-diwali/104647286 

2. Tejani, S. (2024, June 08). Indian election. [Letter to Editor]. The Age. https://www.theage.com.au/national/victoria/victorian-labor-s-big-build-spending-is-a-dangerous-obsession-20240607-p5jk6u.html   

3. Tejani, S. (Compiler). (2023, July 24). Poverty Lines: Australia, March Quarter 2023. Melbourne Institute: Applied Economic & Social Research, University of Melbourne. https://melbourneinstitute.unimelb.edu.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0003/4710153/Poverty-Lines-Australia-March-Quarter-2023.pdf  

4. Tejani, S. (Compiler). (2023, May 10). Poverty Lines: Australia, December Quarter 2022. Melbourne Institute: Applied Economic & Social Research, University of Melbourne. https://melbourneinstitute.unimelb.edu.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0008/4630418/Poverty-Lines-Australia-Dec-2022.pdf  

5. Payne, A. A., Ananyev, M., Samarage, R., Tejani, S. (Analysis Lead), et al. (2023, May). Breaking Down Barriers Community Profiles. Melbourne Institute: Applied Economic & Social Research, University of Melbourne. https://melbourneinstitute.unimelb.edu.au/research/reports/breaking-down-barriers/community-analysis  

6. Tejani, S. (Compiler). (2023, February 02). Poverty Lines: Australia, September Quarter 2022. Melbourne Institute: Applied Economic & Social Research, University of Melbourne. https://melbourneinstitute.unimelb.edu.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0010/4454434/Poverty-Lines-Australia-Sept-2022.pdf  

7. Tejani, S. (Compiler). (2022, September 26). Poverty Lines: Australia, June Quarter 2022. Melbourne Institute: Applied Economic & Social Research, University of Melbourne. https://melbourneinstitute.unimelb.edu.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0008/4288661/Poverty-Lines-Australia-June-2022.pdf  

8. Tejani, S. (Compiler). (2022, July 18). Poverty Lines: Australia, March Quarter 2022. Melbourne Institute: Applied Economic & Social Research, University of Melbourne. https://melbourneinstitute.unimelb.edu.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0007/4222195/Poverty-Lines-Australia-March-2022.pdf 

9. Tejani, S. (Compiler). (2022, May 05). Poverty Lines: Australia, December Quarter 2021. Melbourne Institute: Applied Economic & Social Research, University of Melbourne. https://melbourneinstitute.unimelb.edu.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0018/4110912/Poverty-Lines-Australia-December-2021.pdf 

10. Tejani, S. (Compiler). (2022, February 10). Poverty Lines: Australia, September Quarter 2021. Melbourne Institute: Applied Economic & Social Research, University of Melbourne. https://melbourneinstitute.unimelb.edu.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0008/4041764/Poverty-Lines-Australia-September-2021.pdf 

11. Tejani, S. (2022, January 22). Where merit is valued. [Letter to Editor]. The Age. https://www.theage.com.au/national/victoria/unsportsmanlike-crowd-who-booed-medvedev-20220121-p59q9j.html 

12. Tejani, S. (Compiler). (2021, November 01). Poverty Lines: Australia, June Quarter 2021. Melbourne Institute: Applied Economic & Social Research, University of Melbourne. https://melbourneinstitute.unimelb.edu.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0005/3944264/Poverty-Lines-Australia-June-2021.pdf 

13. Tejani, S. (2019, October 17). Turn the cooling down. [Letter to Editor]. The Age. https://www.theage.com.au/national/poverty-and-wealth-educated-hard-working-and-a-has-been-at-58-20191016-h1iwon.html 

14. Tejani, S. M. (2015, July 03). The NeTT Teacher Training Pilot in Five Districts of Haryana State: Impact Evaluation and Recommendations. State Council of Education Research and Training (SCERT), State Government of Haryana. https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Shirin-Tejani-2/publication/281368292_The_NeTT_Teacher_Training_Pilot_in_Five_Districts_of_Haryana_State_Impact_Evaluation_and_Recommendations/links/55e4015e08ae2fac47213ef5/The-NeTT-Teacher-Training-Pilot-in-Five-Districts-of-Haryana-State-Impact-Evaluation-and-Recommendations.pdf 

15. Tejani, S. M. (Editor). (2012). Oeconomica Scriptis. [University Journal]. Symbiosis School of Economics, Symbiosis International University. 

16. Tejani, S. M. (Editor). (2011). Oeconomica Scriptis. [University Journal]. Symbiosis School of Economics, Symbiosis International University. 

17. Tejani, S. M. (2011, January 08). Telangana Rationale. [Letter to Editor, comment on Telangana state: Is there an economic rationale?]. The Economic Times. https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/telangana-rationale/articleshow/7238757.cms 

18. Tejani, S. (2007, February 13). India's energy security dilemma. [Reader question]. In Daniel Altman, Managing Globalization: Nobel-winning economist Joseph Stiglitz answers readers' questions. International Herald Tribune/The New York Times. https://www.nytimes.com/2007/02/13/business/worldbusiness/13iht-glob14.4578951.html 

19. Sinha, A., & Tejani, S. (2004, December 25). Trend Break in India's GDP Growth Rate: Some Comments. Economic and Political Weekly, 39 (52), 5634-39. http://www.jstor.org/stable/4415981 

1. Economics

2. Econometrics

3. Mathematics and Statistics

4. Statistical analysis using softwares: Python, R, eViews, STATA, SPSS, and MS-Excel

5. Data Analysis

6. Quantitative and Qualitative Research Design

7. Commerce and Business

8. Academic Writing: Essays, thesis

All amounts are in Australian Dollars

1. My rates are structured according to the level of the student:

   • $50/hr - Secondary school

   • $60/hr - High school

   • $70/hr - TAFE

   • $80/hr - University Undergraduate

   • $90/hr - University Postgraduate

   • $115/hr - Emergency help for uni students for assignment due in ≤ 3 days or exam in ≤ 4 weeks

   • $125/hr - PhD Candidates 

   • $140/ hr - Working Professionals

2. The first session is FREE and serves as an opportunity for us to get to know each other. During this session, we will discuss your expectations, and I can also provide examples of the study notes I prepare for my students.


3. I respect your time, so all sessions will start and end promptly as scheduled.


4. I come to each session thoroughly prepared with detailed notes, including self-study materials that you can use after our tutoring session, which I will explain/ share during class. These notes will be emailed to you at the end of the session for your continued use.


5. Payments can be made either via bank transfer or PayID at the time of booking the class.

6. Payments made are refundable: 

   • 90% refund if you cancel up to 50 hours prior to class

   • 40% refund if you cancel up to 25 hours prior to class

   • Alternately, you may reschedule the class, a fee of $5 will be charged if rescheduled within 50 hours of your class time

1 - Besides econometrics, I also teach economics, mathematics & statistics, quantitative and qualitative research design, data analysis, international development, business, and commerce.

2 - Although I specialise in tutoring students studying in Australian universities, I have also tutored students studying in universities from around the world, including the USA, UK, the Netherlands, Malaysia, and Singapore. 

3 - Elite Academic Background: I am an LSE and Monash graduate, having also completed a pre-doctorate at the University of Melbourne. I bring this high-level rigour to every session, ensuring students meet top-tier university standards.

4 - My goal is to help students not just pass their units, but achieve Distinctions and High Distinctions.

5 - Unlike standard tutoring, I provide my own detailed notes and clear explanations after our sessions to use for your independent revision.

6 - My support doesn't end when our session ends. You are welcome to email me your workings or questions once after class for feedback at no extra cost.