| Offered By: |
School of Economics |
| Academic Career: |
Graduate Coursework |
| Course Subject: |
Econometrics |
| Offered in: |
Second Semester, 2010 |
| Unit Value: |
6 units |
| Course Description: |
This course is concerned with the application of mathematical techniques to problems in economics, business, and finance. Particular applications include: solving systems of equations such as supply and demand models and input-output models; discounting and present value calculations in finance; optimization problems such as profit maximization and cost minimization. Mathematical topics covered include: set theory, functions, financial mathematics, univariate and multivariate calculus, matrix algebra. |
| Learning Outcomes: |
To be advised at the time the course is next offered. |
| Indicative Assessment: |
(subject to change) There will be three compulsory exams: two mid-semester exams and one final exam. The two mid-semester exams together will count 50% towards your final course grade. The final exam will count 50% towards your final course grade. There will be a further dedicated assignment which will count for a further 15% (redeemable against the rest of the assessment.) |
| Workload: |
Three lectures and two tutorials per week. |
| Course Classification(s): |
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| Areas of Interest: |
Econometrics and Economics |
| Eligibility: |
At least an average of 65% (or equivalent) in the final two years of an Australian undergraduate degree. |
| Prescribed Texts: |
Maths for Economics, by Geoff Renshaw, 2ed, Oxford University Press, 2008 |
| Programs: |
Graduate Certificate in Economic Policy |
| Other Information: |
See Course Website |
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