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10 Credits

Automatic Model Selection Methods

Please note to take this course you must first have completed Foundations of Econometrics

The purpose of this course is to provide students with an introduction to automatic model selection and its limitations and uses in practical econometric modelling. In addition, the course introduces saturation estimation techniques and considers other approaches.

​This module can be taken as part of a PG Certificate, PG Diploma or Full Masters Program.

Automatic Model Selection Methods
  • 10 Credits
  • 100 hours of study
  • 15 contact hours
  • 85 hours for private study
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Structure

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Module Programme

Theory

Session Content
  • Theory of reduction and model evaluation

Practice and algorithms

Session Content
  • Introduction to automatic model selection; understanding Autometrics

Practice of automatic model selection

Session Content
  • Empirical modelling with automatic model selection in action

Saturation methods

Session Content
  • Impulse indicator and other saturation methods

Extensions and different approaches

Session Content
  • Further uses of automatic model selection and alternative methods

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Prerequisites

English Language Requirements

Both Programmes are open to applicants anywhere in the world. We may ask applicants to provide a recognised English language qualification, dependent upon their nationality and where they have studied/worked previously.

 The requirement is an IELTS (Academic) Test with an overall score of at least 6.5, and a minimum of 6.0 in each element of the test. We will also consider other English language qualifications. If their score is below our requirements, they may be eligible for one of Lancaster University's pre-sessional English language programmes.

Academic Requirements

Applicants to the Postgraduate Certificate of Achievement, Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma or full MSc in either programme require either an upper second-class degree in economics, econometrics or related subjects.

Learning Outcomes

Key Skills
  • Theoretical properties of automatic model selection
  • Using and understanding results from the Autometrics algorithm in PcGive
  • Have a basic understanding of the Autometrics algorithm
  • Saturation estimation, such as indicator, step, and trend indicator saturation
  • Alternative Lasso based methods.
Desired Skills
  • Use automatic model selection to build econometric models
  • Use saturation estimation
  • Present, interpret and analyse the results of automatic model selection
  • Utilise effectively PcGive and the R gets package packages

Frequently Asked Questions

Are the courses within either programme conducted synchronously or asynchronously?

All sessions are conducted live and online at a scheduled time, but are also recorded. Students may attend live and watch the recordings back to recap the material or watch the recordings only if unable to attend live. We always advise students to attend live where possible as this will allow them the best opportunity to engage with the content and ask the lecturer's questions.

Is all examination undertaken online or in-person?

All modules are examined through online coursework submissions, you will have the support of your module lecturer/tutor in this poccess.

Do I need to buy any statistical/econometric software?

No, all necessary software is provided to students.

What do I do if I can't attend a course live?

All courses are recorded and available on the LUMS internet platform throughout the current academic year. They can therefore be viewed 24 hours a day.

A Collaboration Like No Other

Timberlake Consultants and Lancaster University Management School (LUMS) Economics department have a longstanding partnership; combining 40+ years of industry expertise with over 50 years of academic excellence. We are delighted to build on this with our micro-credential postgraduate courses.

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