QUANTITATIVE METHODS|MULTIPLE REGRESSION ANALYSIS OF TIME SERIES DATA

The AQM module builds on the foundation techniques taught in &#039;Quantitative Methods&#039; module during Term1. It is designed to master students’...

The AQM module builds on the foundation techniques taught in 'Quantitative Methods' module during Term1. It is designed to master students’ ability in empirical econometric analysis of economic and social sciences data. The module starts from advanced topics in multiple regression analysis followed by more specific analysis of time series data, panel data modelling and introduction to limited depended variable models. This module caters for students from diverse backgrounds with different levels of statistical knowledge. For those with a limited statistical background there is the opportunity to gain more quantitative skills, for those with limited experience in using statistical software classes in Stata will be on help and for those with more experience there is the opportunity to hone skills and undertake original quantitative research at a more advanced level.

There is an emphasis throughout on the use, by working with real-life economic data, interpretation and understanding of results rather than proofs. The module can though act as a lead into a more theoretical econometrically oriented modules.

This module aims to develop a range of language skills primarily for the purposes of conducting research: to support master&#039;s dissertation work, for PhD...

This module aims to develop a range of language skills primarily for the purposes of conducting research: to support master's dissertation work, for PhD research and for use in other contexts where intermediate reading skills, along with a range of further language skills, are required. The students will gain fluency in reading research and media materials, as well as communication skills of speaking, writing and understanding Russian in a working environment. The module develops reading skills for research to an intermediate level, in particular in relation to the students' specific disciplinary/research topic interests; at the same time the course acquaints the students with a range of discourses and materials in order to develop a broader base for the comprehension of written texts. The module also consolidates command of the grammar of the language and develops productive skills of speaking and writing, in particular in relation to the students' specific disciplinary/research interests, but also with a view to developing communication skills for use in practical situations. By the end of the module students will be well equipped to read and summarise written materials at intermediate level. They will also develop more general competence across a range of productive and receptive skills. Students will improve their intercultural understanding and communication skills, independent study skills, analytical, writing and summary skills.