THE UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK 
EC203 - Applied Econometrics 
Final Examination Guide and Notes 2024 
 
Part 01. Revision Notes 
Part 02. Sample Final Examination Paper 
Part 03. Suggested Solutions to Final Exam Paper 
Part 04. Final Examination - Hints and Tips 
 
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University of Warwick - EC203: Applied Econometrics (Solutions)

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ACADEMIC YEAR 2023 - 2024

University	University of Warwick
Study Level	Undergraduate
Module Code	EC203
Module Name	Applied Econometrics
Notes Title	Final Examination Guide and Notes
Page Length	76

Prepare for the exam with the most complete study guide available for the EC203: Applied Econometrics, University of Warwick including exam-style questions, and advice on common examination pitfalls. These notes provide support for learning and revision throughout the course. This self-study set has been thoroughly updated to cover all the topics contained in the latest edition of the exam. The key skills are demonstrated in the context of the core topics of study with expertly written example sets of notes, followed by opportunities to learn and test your knowledge with the sample exam paper and answer key. This guide will help you to take the final examination with complete confidence.

The module aims to provide students with important skills which are of both academic and vocational value, being an essential part of the intellectual training of an economics and social scientist and also useful for a career.

Main topics to be covered:

Review of random variables, associated distributions and moments
Review of statistical estimation, estimator sampling distributions and population inference
Causality and selection bias
Experimental versus non-experimental data
Simple linear regression (SLR) model, assumptions, interpretation and hypothesis testing
Multiple linear regression (MLR) model, assumptions, interpretation and hypothesis testing
Modelling non-linear relationships
Dummy variables
Interaction terms
The failure of MLR assumptions
Tests and implications for hypothesis testing
Problems of endogeneity
Instrumental variables
Short panel data methods

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EC122	Statistical Techniques A
EC124	Statistical Techniques B
EC203	Applied Econometrics
EC226	Econometrics 1
EC238	Economics 2: Microeconomics
EC239	Economics 2: Macroeconomics
EC306	Econometrics 2
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IB132	Foundations of Finance
IB133	Foundations of Accounting
IB146	Accounting for Business
IB148	Principles of Marketing
IB232	Issues in Management Accounting
IB234	Financial Reporting 2
IB235	Finance 1: Financial Markets
IB236	Finance 2: Corporate Finance
IB253	Principles of Finance 1
IB254	Principles of Finance 2
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University of Warwick - EC203: Applied Econometrics (Solutions)

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