Enjoyable Econometrics

Econometrics may seem technical, but it can provide valuable skills for formulating research questions and collecting data. Enjoyable Econometrics explores interesting topics beyond economics, demonstrating the potential of econometric methods to understand a wide range of phenomena. It presents chapters on Money, Fashion, Art, and Music, making econometrics accessible and engaging for economics students.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 296 pages
Publication date: 05 July 2018
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Econometrics, at first glance, may seem a highly technical subject, but it possesses the potential to equip practitioners with a valuable skillset of innovative approaches to formulate research questions and collect data. Entertaining Econometrics takes a delightful approach by applying econometric methods to a diverse range of unusual and captivating research inquiries, often venturing beyond the boundaries of economics. This showcases the immense potential of these methods in understanding a wide array of phenomena. Unlike traditional textbook approaches, Entertaining Econometrics follows in the footsteps of Freakonomics by posing intriguing questions at the forefront, before delving into the methodology to uncover the answers. Consequently, rather than being weighed down by equation-heavy sections focused on complex methodologies, the reader is greeted with chapters on intriguing topics such as "Money" and "Fashion, Art, and Music." Author Franses writes in a captivating and motivating style, particularly appealing to economics students embarking on the essential study of econometrics. Indeed, the book exemplifies the versatility of econometric methods, demonstrating their applicability to almost any subject matter.

Weight: 434g
Dimension: 153 x 228 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781316616475