Course Description
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Course Name
Financial Econometrics
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Host University
Macquarie University
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Location
Sydney, Australia
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Area of Study
Economics
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Prerequisites
27 credit points, with 6 credit points at 200 level including ECON241 or STAT272
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Course Level Recommendations
Upper
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Credit Points
3 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits3 - 4
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units4 - 6
Hours & Credits
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Overview
This unit is highly recommended for students majoring in economics and finance. Finance professionals use econometric techniques in portfolio management, risk management and securities analysis. This unit is intended to provide students with the tools necessary for financial applications. Statistical techniques are developed within the context of particular financial applications. Recent empirical evidence is also discussed. Although ECON232 is not a prerequisite, it is highly recommended.
Course Disclaimer
Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
Credits earned vary according to the policies of the students' home institutions. According to ISA policy and possible visa requirements, students must maintain full-time enrollment status, as determined by their home institutions, for the duration of the program.