ESM246

Presents research designs and econometric methods for estimating causal effects with non-experimental data. It prepares students for conducting high-quality empirical research with applications in cross-sectional data and panel data settings. Primarily emphasizes research designs and identification (relative to statistical techniques) and applications (relative to theoretical proofs). Methods and concepts covered include: regression adjustment and matching, instrumental variables techniques, regression discontinuity methods, and panel data methods. Each concept will be introduced in class through relevant real-world applications.