Analysis of Economic Data

by Gary Koop (Univ. of Edinburgh, Scotland)

• ISBN13: 9780471999157
• ISBN10: 0471999156
• Edition: Disk
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2000-01-01
• Publisher: WILEY

Summary

Analysis of Economic Data Analysis of Economic Data teaches methods of data analysis to students whose primary interest is not in econometrics, statistics or mathematics. It shows students how to apply econometric techniques in the context of real-world empirical problems. Key features include:* Adopts a largely non-mathematical approach relying on verbal and graphical intuition* Covers most of the tools and models used in modern econometrics research e.g. correlation, regression and extensions for time-series methods* Contains extensive use of real data examples and involves readers in hands-on computer work* A disk is packaged with the book containing all data sets included in the textProfessor Koop has done a wonderful job in explaining sophisticated statistical concepts . to people with no statistical background. Kai Li, University of British Columbia The author has a real knack for getting the ideas across in a straightforward and intuitive manner . Dr Koop possesses immense technical ability along with a down-to-earth willingess to entertain a student's perspective. Craig Heinicke, Baldwin Wallace College

Author Biography

Gary Koop is Adam Smith Professor of Economics at the University of Glasgow.

Table of Contents

Basic Data Handling.

Correlation.

An Introduction to Simple Regression.

Statistical Aspects of Regression.

Multiple Regression.

Regression with Dummy Variables.

Regression with Time Lags: Distributed Lag Models.

Univariate Time Series Analysis.

Regression with Time Series Variables.

Applications of Time Series Methods in Macroeconomics and Finance.

Limitations and Extensions.

Appendices.

Index.