Applied Microeconometric Modelling (ECOM90003)

Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)

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Overview

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Semester 2
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This subject examines estimation and testing of microeconometric models based on cross-sectional and panel data and quantitative and limited dependent variables. Illustrative application topics normally will include labour economics, consumer demand and finance. The computer software used is Stata.

Intended learning outcomes

On successful completion of this subject students should be able to:



  • Synthesise the best practice techniques in empirical modelling when cross-section data sets are used;
  • Synthesise the best practice techniques in empirical modelling when panel data sets are used;
  • Critically evaluate and employ applied techniques;
  • Describe and evaluate econometric theories;
  • Complete a semi-independent research project;
  • Generate and analyse econometric output using an econometric package such as Stata.

Generic skills

  • High level of development: written communication; statistical reasoning; application of theory to practice; interpretation and analysis; critical thinking; synthesis of data and other information; evaluation of data and other information.

  • Moderate level of development: problem solving; use of computer software; receptiveness to alternative ideas.

  • Some level of development: oral communication; accessing data and other information from a range of sources.

Last updated: 4 March 2025

Eligibility and requirements

Prerequisites

One of

Code Name Teaching period Credit Points
ECOM90001 Basic Econometrics
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5

OR

Code Name Teaching period Credit Points
ECOM90002 Econometrics 2
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5

OR

Code Name Teaching period Credit Points
ECOM30002 Econometrics 2
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5

OR

Code Name Teaching period Credit Points
ECOM30001 Basic Econometrics
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5

Corequisites

None

Non-allowed subjects

Code Name Teaching period Credit Points
ECOM30003 Applied Microeconometric Modelling
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5

Recommended background knowledge

Please refer to Prerequisites and Corequisites.

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: 4 March 2025

Assessment

DescriptionTimingPercentage

Individual Written Assignment

  • 1500 words (total)
Early in the teaching period20%

Individual Written Assignment

  • 1500 words (total)
Second half of the teaching period20%

End-of-semester examination  

  • 2 hours
Hurdle requirement: Successful completion of this subject requires a pass (50%) in the final exam.		During the examination period60%

Last updated: 4 March 2025

Dates & times

  • Semester 2
    Principal coordinatorVictoria Baranov
    Mode of deliveryOn Campus (Parkville)
    Contact hoursTwo 1-hour lectures and a 1-hour tutorial/practice class per week
    Total time commitment170 hours
    Teaching period28 July 2025 to 26 October 2025
    Last self-enrol date 8 August 2025
    Census date 1 September 2025
    Last date to withdraw without fail26 September 2025
    Assessment period ends21 November 2025

    Semester 2 contact information

    Victoria Baranov: victoria.baranov@unimelb.edu.au

     

Time commitment details

An estimated total time commitment of at least 170 hours.

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Last updated: 4 March 2025

Further information

  • Texts

    Prescribed texts

    There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.

  • Related Handbook entries

    This subject contributes to the following:

    TypeName
    CourseMaster of Commerce (Finance)
    CourseMaster of Applied Econometrics
    CourseMaster of Commerce (Accounting)
  • Available through the Community Access Program

    About the Community Access Program (CAP)

    This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.

    Please note Single Subject Studies via Community Access Program is not available to student visa holders or applicants

    Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.

  • 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: 4 March 2025