ECO 401 Panel Data Methods

Prerequisites: ECO 250 and ECO 350

Econ 401 introduces students to several extensions of multiple regression methods for analyzing data in economics and related disciplines. Topics include regression with panel data, instrumental variables regression, and the analysis of randomized experiments. The objective of the course is for the student to learn how to conduct – and how to critique – empirical studies in economics and related fields. Accordingly, the emphasis of the course is on empirical applications. The mathematics of econometrics will be introduced only as needed and will not be a central focus. The class includes three replication projects where students will study three research papers in depth and replicate their empirical results with the provided data. These projects include papers from the field of economic history / economic growth, industrial organization, and development economics.

Credits

1 Course Credit