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Research Methods (ECOM90022)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5Dual-Delivery (Parkville)
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About this subject
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- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
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Overview
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This subject provides an overview of research methodology. It aims to introduce a range of skills that are likely to be encountered during the completion of a Research Project as well as in future research and professional work. These skills will include identifying and applying the appropriate econometric techniques, collecting data, examining the relevant literature and employing effective presentation techniques of results.
Intended learning outcomes
On successful completion of this subject students will be able to:
- Identify the key components of applied econometrics research;
- Identify the bibliographic and data sources relevant to a research question;
- Critically evaluate the literature relevant to research question;
- Effectively communicate research findings; and
- Demonstrate awareness of ethical approaches to research and work practices.
Generic skills
- High level of development: interpretation and analysis; critical thinking; synthesis of data and other information; evaluation of data and other information.
- Moderate level of development: accessing data and other information from a range of sources; receptiveness to alternative ideas; written and oral communication.
- Some level of development: collaborative learning; problem solving; use of computer software.
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Admission into the MC-APPECON Master of Applied Econometrics
AND
Completion of a minimum of 100 credit points of study (This is a Capstone subject)
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Initial report
| Week 4 | 10% |
Presentation (oral or equivalent submission including a voice recording or video and/or slides)
| Week 6 | 20% |
Report 1
| Week 6 | 25% |
Presentation (oral or equivalent submission including a voice recording or video and/or slides)
| Week 12 | 20% |
Report 2
| Week 12 | 25% |
Additional details
NOTE: This subject is assessed on a PASS/FAIL basis.
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Principal coordinator Andrew Clarke Mode of delivery Dual-Delivery (Parkville) Contact hours 2 x 1 hour recorded lectures, 1 hour live online tutorial. Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 28 February 2022 to 29 May 2022 Last self-enrol date 11 March 2022 Census date 31 March 2022 Last date to withdraw without fail 6 May 2022 Assessment period ends 24 June 2022
Time commitment details
Estimated total time commitment of 170 hours per semester
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
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Type Name Course Master of Applied Econometrics - Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 31 January 2024