Hands-On Intermediate Econometrics Using R: Templates for Extending Dozens of Practical Examples

Vinod, Hrishikesh D

ISBN 10: 9814350419 ISBN 13: 9789814350419

Publisher: World Scientific Publishing Company, 2008

Synopsis

This book explains how to use R software to teach econometrics by providing interesting examples, using actual data applied to important policy issues. It helps readers choose the best method from a wide array of tools and packages available. The data used in the examples along with R program snippets, illustrate the economic theory and sophisticated statistical methods extending the usual regression. The R program snippets are not merely given as black boxes, but include detailed comments which help the reader better understand the software steps and use them as templates for possible extension and modification.An Errata and Exercises to the book is available. Click here to download the pdf.

About this title

Book Description:

Emphasizes often overlooked careful data analysis prior to model specification ... presents a very convincing case ... recommend it to my graduate students.

Review:

Done a great service ... program snippets illustrate economic theory and sophisticated statistical methods.

About this edition

• Publisher: World Scientific Publishing Company
• Publication date: 2008
• ISBN 10: 9814350419
• ISBN 13: 9789814350419
• Binding: Product Bundle
• Number of pages: 540