ECON 249: Statistics (Fall 2007 and Spring 2008)

Description: This course introduces statistical concepts necessary for economic analysis. These topics include probability theory, random sampling, hypothesis testing, and least squares estimation. This course uses Excel to manipulate data.

Prerequisites: ECON 111 (Principles of Macroeconomics) or ECON 112 (Principles of Microeconomics). Knowledge of elementary algebra and graphing techniques is necessary.

Textbook: Newbold, Paul, Carlson, William L., and Betty Thorne, Statistics for Business and Economics, 6th edition, Prentice Hall Publishing, ISBN 0-13-220384-7.

ECON 314: Econometrics (Spring 2008)

Description: In short, econometrics is about how to answer questions with data. This course introduces how to model a relationship, analyze data, spot problems, and draw conclusions from the results. The course culminates with a research project chosen by the student.

Prerequisites: ECON 255 (Microeconomic Theory) and ECON 249 (Statistics) are the prerequisites for this course. Knowledge of differential calculus and solving systems of equations is necessary.

Textbook: TBA

other courses:
Principles of Macroeconomics (ECON 111)
Principles of Microeconomics (ECON 112)
Microeconomic Theory (ECON 255)
Industrial Organization and Public Policy (ECON 311)