MA-Seminar: Applied Spatial Econometrics

Overview

In this seminar we study, present and discuss spatial econometric applications from di fferent
fields of economics. Spatial econometrics as a subset of econometrics dates back to the 1970s
and is concerned with spatial aspects present in cross-sectional and space-time observations
(Anselin 2010). In the introductory lecture, students will acquire basic understanding of
spatial econometrics, its models, methods and delineation from classical econometrics. In the
follow-up presentation sessions, students are expected to present a paper based on their choice from the list of topics below.

Prerequisites

Ideally you have passed Statistics I, II, and Econometrics I courses. Interest in applied
econometrics and/or statistics.

Time schedule

  •  Kickoff meeting: Wednesday 18.4.2018, 10:00 -11:00, room V0738
  •  Introductory lecture: Wednesday 25.4.2018, 10:00 -13:00, room V738
  • 4 student presentation blocks from 10:00 - 13:00 on the following days:
    9.5.2018 (room V837), 17.5.2018 (room H244), 6.6.2018 (room G203),
    and 13.6.2018 (room G203)

Assessment

  •  Presentation
  •  Own review paper including the formulation of an own research idea (deadline: August31st 2018)
  •  Participation (obviously active participation is preferred)

List of Topics

         
see Syllabus