Econometrics
Recommended course structure for a profile in Econometrics
The Econometrics Profile of the Master programme in Economics is aimed at providing specialised competence in econometric methods. It is especially suitable for students who wish to work with advanced empirical analysis and forecasting. It is also an excellent preparation for those aiming at PhD studies in econometrics or in economics with a specialisation in econometrics.
For a master degree of 120 credits the following courses are recommended.
Course catalogue - abstracts
Year 1 - Autumn term (period 1 resp. 2)
1. NEKN21 - Advanced Microeconomic Analysis
1. NEKN32 - Mathematical Methods
2. NEKN31 - Advanced Econometrics
2. NEKN41 - Advanced Macroeconomic Analysis
Year 1 - Spring term
1. NEKN34 - Time Series Analysis, and
1. NEKN33 - Applied Microeconometrics (from 2009), or
1. NEKP35 - Econometric Theory (odd years, 15 credits)
2. NEKN01 - Master Essay, first year
Year 2 - Autumn term
1. Optional course
1. Optional course
2. Optional course
2. NEKP32 - Mathematical Methods - Dynamic Optimisation (odd years), or
2. Optional course
Year 2 - Spring term
1. NEKP35 - Econometric Theory (odd years, 15 credits), or
1. NEKN34 - Time Series Analysis, and
1. NEKN33 - Applied Microeconometrics (from 2009)
2. NEKP01 - Master Essay, second year