Introduction to Econometrics

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0199567085 ISBN 13: 9780199567089

Publisher: Oxford University Press, 2011

Retaining the student-friendly approach of previous editions, Introduction to Econometrics, Fourth Edition, uses clear and simple mathematics notation and step-by step explanations of mathematical proofs to help students thoroughly grasp the subject. Extensive practical exercises throughout--including fifty exercises on the same dataset--build students' confidence and provide them with hands-on practice in applying techniques.

NEW TO THE FOURTH EDITION:

* An expanded review section at the beginning of the book offers a more comprehensive guide to all of the statistical concepts needed to study econometrics

* Additional exercises provide students with even more opportunities to put theory into practice

* More Monte Carlo simulations help students use visualization to understand the math

* New final sections at the end of each chapter contain summaries and non-technical introductions to more advanced topics

An updated and expanded Companion Website contains resources for students and instructors:

For students:

* Data sets
* Gretl, a free econometrics software application
* PowerPoint-based slides with explanations
* A study guide

For instructors:

* Instructor manuals for the text and data sets that detail the exercises and their solutions
* PowerPoint-based slides
* A "Contact the Author" link

About the Author:

Dr. Christopher Dougherty is a Senior Lecturer in Economics at the London School of Economics.

Review:

Review from previous edition: "It is the best introductory text for undergraduates on the market in my opinion"

--Bruce Morley, Bath University

"I highly recommend this book to any students who first plan to take introductory economic courses. The study guide, box examples, and well-balanced theory and empirical questions set this book apart from other books"

--Dr. Jong H. Kim, American University of Sharjah

"The main advantage of this book is its clarity and user-friendliness."

--Paul Turner, University of Loughborough

"I have described it to colleagues and students as one of the best textbooks ever written. I recommend no other book to my econometrics class."

--Richard Walker, Northwestern University, USA

"An approach that is theoretically rigorous, but also non-mathematical, sets this textbook apart from many other introductory texts"

--John Goddard, Bangor Business School