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  Course Description
Course Name : Limited Dependent Variables Models I

Course Code : IEM 721

Course Type : Optional

Level of Course : Second Cycle

Year of Study : 1

Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks)

ECTS : 6

Name of Lecturer(s) : Prof.Dr. SEDA ŞENGÜL

Learning Outcomes of the Course : Acquires the structure of data set for using limited dependent variable models.
Acquires and applies the regression models that are appropriate when the dependent variable is censored, truncated, binary, ordinal, nominal or count.
Applies the Limited Dependent variable models and interpret the results obtained.

Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face

Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None

Recommended Optional Programme Components : None

Aim(s) of Course : The aim of this course is to teach the regression models that are appropriate when the dependent variable is binary, ordinal, nominal , count, censored and truncated, to apply the regression models that are appropriate when the dependent variable is censored, truncated, binary, ordinal, nominal or count and to interpret the result obtained.

Course Contents : The structure of data set for using Limited Dependent variable models,the advantage of Limited Dependent variable models, Linear Probability models, Binary Probit and Binary Logit models, Ordered Probit and Ordered Logit models, Sequantial Probit and Sequential Logit models, Multinomial Probit and Multinominal Logit models, Bivariate Probit and Bivariate logit models.

Language of Instruction : Turkish

Work Place : Class


  Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities
Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1 Data structure in Limited Dependent Variable Models Reading related sources Lecture
2 Limited Dependent Variable Models and OLS Reading related sources Lecture
3 Linear probability model, Binary Probit and Binary Logit Reading related sources Lecture
4 Linear probability model, Binary Probit and Binary Logit Reading related sources and preparing the data set Lecture and application session
5 Linear probability model, Binary Probit and Binary Logit Reading related sources, problem set and application Lecture and application session
6 Ordered Probit and ordered Logit Models Reading related sources Lecture
7 Ordered Probit and ordered Logit Models Reading related sources, problem set and application Lecture and application session
8 Midterm exam
9 Multinominal Probit model and Multinominal Logit Model Reading related sources , Lecture
10 Multinominal Probit model and Multinominal Logit Model Reading related sources, problem set and application Lecture and application session
11 Sequantial Probit and Sequential Logit Models Reading related sources Lecture
12 Sequantial Probit and Sequential Logit Models Reading related sources, problem set and application Lecture and application session
13 Bivariate Probit and Bivariate Logit Models Reading related sources Lecture
14 Bivariate Probit and Bivariate Logit Models Reading related sources, problem set and application Lecture and application session
15 Conditional Probit and Conditional Logit Models Reading , problem set and application Lecture and application session
16/17 Final Exam


  Required Course Resources
Resource Type Resource Name
Recommended Course Material(s)  Maddala, G.S (1988), Limited Dependent and Qualitative Variables in Econometrics
 Cameron C.A., Trivedi P, K, (2005). Microeconometrics Methods and Applications. Cambridge University Press.
 . Scott Long, Regression Models for Categorical and Limited Dependent Variables, 1997, Sage Publications;
Required Course Material(s)


  Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria
Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 75
    Homeworks/Projects/Others 6 25
Total 100
Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40
 
Final Assessments 100
Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60
Total 100

  Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes
# Key Learning Outcome Contribution*
1 Explains Econometric concepts 4
2 Equipped with the foundations of Economics, develops Economic models 5
3 Models problems using the knowledge of Mathematics, Statistics, and Econometrics 4
4 Acquires the ability to analyze, benchmark, evaluate and interpret at conceptual levels to develop solutions to problems 5
5 Collects, edits, and analyzes data 4
6 Uses advanced software packages concerning Econometrics, Statistics, and Operation Research 5
7 Develops the ability to use different resources in an area which has not been studied in the scope of academic rules, synthesizes the information gathered, and gives effective presentations 5
8 Speaks Turkish and at least one other foreign language in accordance with the requirements of academic and business life. 5
9 Questions traditional approaches and their implementation and develops alternative study programs when required 2
10 Recognizes and implements social, scientific, and professional ethic values 4
11 Gives a consistent estimate for the model and analyzes and interprets its results 4
12 Takes responsibility individually and/or as a member of a team; leads a team and works effectively 2
13 Defines the concepts of statistics, operations research and mathematics. 3
14 Knowing the necessity of life-long learning, follows the latest developments in the field of study and improves himself continiously 0
15 Follows the current issues, and interprets the data about economic and social events. 3
16 Understands and interprets the feelings, thoughts and behaviours of people and expresses himself/herself orally and in written form efficiently 3
* Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum).

  Student Workload - ECTS
Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
    Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 3 42
    Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 4 56
Assesment Related Works
    Homeworks, Projects, Others 6 5 30
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 8 8
    Final Exam 1 10 10
Total Workload: 146
Total Workload / 25 (h): 5.84
ECTS Credit: 6