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MS4504 - Statistics for Economic and Financial Modelling

Offering Academic Unit
Department of Decision Analytics and Operations
Credit Units
3
Course Duration
One Semester
Pre-cursor(s)
Course Offering Term*:
Not offering in current academic year

* The offering term is subject to change without prior notice
 
Course Aims

This course aims to:

  • Provide students with a solid understanding of the range of statistical modelling techniques used in economic and financial analysis; Special emphasis is placed on the analysis of economic and financial data;
  • Demonstrate the relevance of these statistical modelling techniques through examples and case studies;
  • Acquaint students with the necessary computing knowledge to execute the analysis;

Assessment (Indicative only, please check the detailed course information)
Continuous Assessment: 40%
Examination: 60%
Examination Duration: 2 hours

Examination The exam is designed to assess students' knowledge of selecting and applying different statistical methods to solve problems. Computer output may be used for students' interpretation.

 
Detailed Course Information
MS4504.pdf