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Methods II: Quantitative Analysis
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Abstract
Introduction to the main quantitative methods used in political science
Objective
The goal of this course is to familiarize the students with the main quantitative methods. Students will have to understand these methods, the assumptions on which they are based and be able to use them to address specific research questions.
Content
Starting from a discussion of the basic principles of empirical research, this course introduces in a detailed manner the main statistical models used in quantitative political science. The basis of this review of models will be the classical linear regression model and its various extensions. Building up on the estimating technique of this model, namely the least squares method, extensions dealing with time- and space-dependencies will be discussed. Then, moving on to non-linear models, the course will focus on the basic principles of maximum-likelihood estimation using as starting point models with qualitative dependent variables.
Resources
Literature
Title: "Introductory Econometrics. A Modern Approach" Author: Wooldridge, Jeffery M. Published by: Thomson, Mason, 2006. Title: "Essential Mathematics for Political and Social Research" Author: Jeff Gill Published by: Cambridge University Press, New York, 2006. and supplemental reading
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- graded semester performance
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| seminar |
Methods II: Quantitative Analysis
Class is held at the University of Zurich, KO2-F-153.
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2 h weekly |