Course Overview

The module deals with the preparation and the econometric analysis of data. In the first half of the semester, the students will get an introduction to the statistical software package Stata and acquire the skills to work on their own projects. These projects mainly focus on data preparation and are to be conducted in groups. The results of the group work is required to be documented in a term paper and prepared in form of a presentation.

Learning Achievement

Qualification targets: The module aims at enabling students to independently prepare and analyze data using the statistical software package Stata. At the end of the module, the students are equipped with the necessary skills to conduct empirical projects outside of this course, for example a master thesis. Imparted soft skills: Analytical thinking, Independent studying and learning, Project/time management, Presentation of scientific results, Team work and capacity for team work

Competence

Qualification targets: The module aims at enabling students to independently prepare and analyze data using the statistical software package Stata. At the end of the module, the students are equipped with the necessary skills to conduct empirical projects outside of this course, for example a master thesis.

Course prerequisites

Advanced knowledge of empirical research and/or microeconometrics is recommended.

Grading Philosophy

80 % Term paper (20 pages); 20 % Presentation (submission only)

Course schedule

Week1: Introduction
Week 2: followed by Week 3 to the Final Week

Course type

seminar

Online Course Requirement

communication platform: moodle

Instructor

Prof. Dr. Thomas Bauer

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