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Leader: Dr Catherine Forbes and Associate Professor Ralph Snyder
Offered:
Clayton First semester 2005 (Day)
Synopsis: Reliable forecasts of business and economic variables must often be obtained against a backdrop of structural change in markets and the economy. This subject provides a practical introduction to methods suitable for forecasting in these circumstances including exponential smoothing and Box-Jenkins ARIMA modelling. It also provides an introduction to applied multiple regression analysis. Students can expect to enhance their computer skills with exercises using advanced features of Microsoft Excel.
Assessment: Written (2 assignments ): 40% + Examinations (2 hours): 60%
Contact Hours: Two 1-hour lectures and one 2-hour tutorial per week