ECON0701 Introductory econometrics
Semester : 1 & 2
For Student of Year : 2
Econometrics is the branch of economics that formulates statistical methodology for use in analyzing economic data. Consequently, the objective of this course is to prepare students for basic empirical work in economics. In particular, topics will include multiple regression analysis, statistical inference and hypothesis testing, functional form specification, time series models, and limited dependent variable models. Students will have the opportunity to use actual economic data to test economic theories.
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Pre-requisite: ECON1003 Analysis of economic data or STAT0301 Elementary statistical methods or STAT0302 Business statistics or STAT1301 Probability & statistics I or STAT1306 Introductory statistics
Mutually exclusive courses: STAT2301 Linear statistical analysis, STAT2314 Business Forecasting, STAT2804 Linear models and forecasting, STAT3301 Time-series analysis or STAT3302 Multivariate data analysis.
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Faculty of Business and Economics at The University of Hong Kong
ECON0707 Economic forecasting
Semester : 1
For Student of Year : 2 & 3
This course introduces basic techniques in forecasting economic structural relationships. Topics include smoothing, filters, arima models, unit roots and stochastic trends, vector autoregressions, cointegration and error correction, regime switching, volatility, diagnostics, model selection, forecast evaluation and combination.
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Prerequisite: ECON0701 Introductory econometrics
Mutually exclusive courses: STAT2314 Business forecasting, STAT2804 Linear models and forecasting, STAT3301 Time-series analysis
ECON6001
Applied Econometrics
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This course examines how practical problems can be solved by using econometric methods. The emphasis is on the analysis of real world economic data using advanced statistical software. Topics include: estimation and testing of linear regression models, regression diagnostics, robust estimation, bootstrap, panel data, nonlinear least squares, discrete choice models and forecasting methods.
FB2801 Experiencing Hong Kong
Course Aims & Objectives:
The aims of this course are to enhance students understanding of the formation of cultures and subcultures; awareness of the formation of Hong Kong culture and it's subcultures. Upon completion of the course, students should have gained:
First hand experiences of different aspects of Hong Kong culture
Insights on the development of Hong Kong's many subcultures, and how they affect the livelihood of Hong Kong people
Perception of the cultural development of Hong Kong in the future
Units: 1
Level: A/B
Keyword Syllabus:
Concepts and definitions of culture and the making of Hong Kong culture. The power of media in the
Corporate Finance
An introductory finance course designed to give you the tools necessary to value a company by projecting its free cash flow and discounting it at an appropriate rate. It shows you how to use ratio analysis to assess corporate performance, and project financial statements and cash needs.
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ECON0603 The economic system of Hong Kong
Semester : 2
For Student of Year : 2 & 3
The course provides a comprehensive discussion of the salient aspects of the Hong Kong economy. Topics include Hong Kong's national income accounting and economic development, the monetary system and exchange rate regime, the financial system, public finance and fiscal policy, external trade and foreign investment, economic relations with the Mainland, the labour market and employment, the property market and housing policy, regulation of public utilities and competition policy, industrial development and policy, and income distribution. Emphasis will be given to both economic analysis and institutional
FINA0805 Real estate finance
Semester : 2
For Student of Year : 2 & 3
An introduction to real estate economics, mortgage market, real estate auctions in Hong Kong, pre-sale market in Hong Kong, pricing of land and residential/commercial properties, mortgage-backed securities and mortgage company.
ECON6017
Financial Economics
General Information
This course is a survey of capital and investment theories, which are the basis of the analysis of finance. Topics include: Fisher's separation theorem, investment theory and some investment econometrics, expected utility theory, portfolio selection, and other applications, intertemporal models with uncertainty and transaction costs.
ECON6031
1104: Statistics
Winter Kunitomo
This course is an introductory course in statistics for students who are going to study Economnics, Management Sciences and Finance. We shall discuss two aspects of statistics, that is, the descriptive statistics and the theoretical statistics at the introductory level. In the first part major economic data and governmental statistics in Japan, and their use are discussed. In the second part the introductory probability and mathmatical methods are discussed. We shall try to illustrate real lif examples in economics, management sciences and finance.
Graduate Programs
Master's Degree Program:
Enterprise Management
Accounting
Management Science and Engineering
Econometrics
Doctoral Program:
Enterprise Management
Econometrics
Post Doctoral Research Program:
Econometrics
Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)
Economics
The Department of Economics emphasizes both teaching and research, and sees them as mutually reinforcing. Faculty members are encouraged to engage in important research that leads to publication in leading international journals. Faculty members are also encouraged to apply rigorous methodologies to local economic issues that are of high academic value.
The Department’s research effort is focused on four specific areas in addition to the common core of microeconomics and macroeconomics. They are (1) econometrics; (2) economic growth and development; (3) industrial organization and theory of the firm; (4) international economics; and
Introductory Program
Introduction to Management
Introduction to Marketing
Introduction to Finance
Fundamental Accounting
Mathematical Models for Business Sciences
Introduction to Computer Sciences
Introduction to Programming
FINA0501 Asian financial institutions
Semester : 1 & 2
For Student of Year : 2 & 3
History and institutional aspects of financial markets in Hong Kong, Mainland China, Japan, Singapore and other Asian economies. Regulatory policies and practices.
Faculty of Business and Economics at The University of Hong Kong
ECON0501 Economic development
Semester : 1
For Student of Year : 2 & 3
Characteristics of underdevelopment; factors in economic development; theoretical and policy aspects of development.
The University of Hong Kong
ECON0003 Great economists of our time
ECON0103 The economics of human resources
ECON0104 Public finance
ECON0106 Games and decision
ECON0107 History of economic thought
ECON0207 Monetary economics
ECON0302 International finance
ECON0402 Industrial organisation
ECON0501 Economic development
ECON0601 Economic development of China
ECON0602 Foreign trade and investment in China
ECON0703 Mathematical economics
ECON0707 Economic forecasting
ECON1001A.B Introduction to economics I
ECON1001C.D Introduction to economics I
ECON1001E.F.G Introduction to economics I
ECON1001H.I Introduction to economics I
ECON1002A.B Introduction to economics II
ECON2114 Macroeconomic analysis
FINA0104 Management of commercial banks
FINA0106 Insurance: theory & practice
FINA0301 C.D Derivatives
FINA0301A.B Derivatives
FINA0303 A Case studies in corporate finance A
FINA1003 A.B Corporate finance
FINA2802A Investments and Portfolio analysis
FINA2802B.C.D. Investments and portfolio analysis
FINA3806 Risk management
ECON0701 Introductory econometrics
ECON2101 Microeconomic theory
ECON2102 Macroeconomic theory
ECON3801 Reading course
FINA0304 Advanced Corporate Finance
FINA0501 Asian financial institutions
FINA0804 Fixed income securities
FINA3601 Reading course
ECON3802 Dissertation
FINA3602 Dissertation
ECON0109 Topics in macroeconomics
ECON0210 Investment, technology, and economic growth
ECON0301 Theory of international trade
ECON0503 Urban economics
ECON0504 Transportation economics
ECON0603 The economic system of Hong Kong
ECON0605 Economic history of