ECON206 STATISTICS FOR ECONOMISTS II

Course Code:3110206
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week):3 (3.00 - 0.00)
ECTS Credit:6.0
Department:Economics
Language of Instruction:English
Level of Study:Undergraduate
Course Coordinator:Prof.Dr. ERKAN ERDİL
Offered Semester:Fall and Spring Semesters.

Course Objectives

At the end of this course, the student will learn:

  • Sampling Distributions and the Central Limit Theorem
  • Properties of Point Estimators and Methods of Estimation
  • Hypothesis Testing
  • Interval Estimation
  • Regression and Ordinary Least Squares

Course Content

This course deals with principles of point estimation, properties of point estimators, techniques of estimation, optimality criteria in estimation, interval estimation, hypothesis testing, comparison tests for independent and paired samples, multiple comparisons, non parametric methods, regression, correlation, and analysis of variance and elementary time series analysis.


Course Learning Outcomes

Student, who passed the course satisfactorily will be able to:

  • Use sampling distributions
  • Analyze propoerties of point estimators
  • Estimate confidence intervals
  • Test statistical hypothesis
  • Use simple linear regression

Program Outcomes Matrix

Level of Contribution
#Program Outcomes0123
1Use and develop skillfully economic concepts and theories, analyse economic behaviour and events by conceptualizing and evaluating via scientific methods (Has skills regarding theory and analysis)
2Evaluate how economic policies affect economic performance and how economic interest, relationship and interaction affect policy decisions (Knowledgeable about economic policies)
3Design and carry out studies regarding data collection, analysis and evaluation, that can be used in decision processes at every level (individual, firm, government, etc.)(Knowledgeable about quantitative and qualitative methods)
4Evaluate systematically and compare economic knowledge, phenomena and methodology; Develop critical, creative/innovative approaches to these (Critical, creative, innovative)
5Understand current economic phenomena and relevant political developments using information and data from various resources and provide multifaceted explanations (Concerned about current events)
6Follow developments in economic theory and methods; Be open to continuous learning (Open to continuous learning)
7Have skills to work independently and in a team (Individual and teamwork)
8Approach critically to economic and societal events and problems while being sensitive to social problems; Produce solutions to these problems by scientific approach; Share own thoughts (Sensitive to social problems)
9Communicate clearly, effectively and fluently (in English and Turkish) verbally and in writing, utilizing new technologies (Has effective communication skills)

0: No Contribution 1: Little Contribution 2: Partial Contribution 3: Full Contribution