An Introduction to Econometrics (Book and 2 Disks)

by Christopher Dougherty (Author)

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  Hardcover
  1992

  $3.22

  This is a clear and comprehensive introduction to econometrics for students with relatively little mathematical aptitude. The book is written in an accessible and entertaining style. At the same time, unlike some other elementary treatments, it provides thorough coverage of the main econometrics topics and is informed by solid technical understanding of the material. It covers the standard topics in the order in which they are usually taught. A set of exercises to be done with a computer is included, as well as a data disk for students, making it extremely student-friendly. It is also very teacher-friendly : an instruction manual with an extra data disk is available, as is an innovative package of computer graphics to help the instructor with his/her teaching. This book is intended for a first course for undergraduate students of econometrics, usually taken during the 2nd/3rd year of Economics degrees.

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  Paperback
  2002

  $3.22

  Econometrics, the application of statistical principles to the quantification of economic models, is a compulsory component of European economics degrees. This text provides an introduction to this complex topic for students who are not outstandingly proficient in mathematics. It does this by providing the student with an analytical and an intuitive understanding of the classical linear regression model. Mathematical notation is kept simple and step-by-step verbal explanations of mathematical proofs are provided to facilitate a full understanding of the subject. The text also contains a large number of practical exercises for students to follow up and practice what they have learnt. Originally published in the USA, this new edition has been substantially updated and revised with the inclusion of new material on specification tests, binary choice models, tobit analysis, sample selection bias, nonstationary time series, and unit root tests and basic cointegration.The new edition is also acompanied by a website with Powerpoint slideshows giving a parallel graphical treatment of topics treated in the book, cross-section and time series data sets, manuals for practical exercises, and lecture note extending the text.