Monash University Handbook 2011 Undergraduate - Unit

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Synopsis

The topics covered in this unit include: review of regression analysis, binomial dependent variables, unordered multinomial dependent variables, ordered multinomial dependent variables, duration dependent variables. Computer software EVIEWS will be used to apply these techniques to real world problems.

Objectives

The learning goals associated with this unit are to:

1. provide a solid understanding of regression analysis including relationships with dependent variables that can be binary, in unordered categories, in ordered categories and duration variables
2. analyse these relationships using a software package
3. analyse, interpret and communicate the business value of results.

Assessment

Within semester assessment: 35%
Examination (2 hours): 65%

Chief examiner(s)

Duangkamon Chotikapanich

Contact hours

3 hours per week

Prerequisites

ETF2100 or ETX2121 or ETX2111 or ETC1010