Econometric Models, Techniques, and Applications (2nd Edition) / Michael D. Intriligator, Ronald G. Bodkin, Cheng Hsiao

This book surveys the theories, techniques (model- building and data collection), and applications of econometrics. KEY TOPICS: It focuses on those aspects of econometrics that are of major importance to readers and researchers interested in performing, evaluating, or understanding econometric studies in a variety of areas. It reviews matrix notation and the use of multivariate statistics; discusses the specification of the model and the development of data for its estimation; covers recent developments in econometric models, techniques, and applications; explains the estimation of single-equation models; and provides case studies of the applications of econometrics to a wide array of areas including traditional areas such as the estimation of demand functions and production functions, and macroeconometric models.