List of figures; List of tables; List of boxes; List of acronyms; How to use this book; Part I. Simple Regression and Data Analysis: 1. An introduction to ordinary least squares; 2. Running simple regressions: global poverty and growth; 3. Using logs and estimating elasticities: demand for air travel; 4. Hypothesis testing: health expenditures and the quality of life; Part II. Multiple Regression and Diagnostic Testing: 5. Multiple regression analysis: housing demand in the UK; 6. Heteroscedasticity: R&D, innovation and economic performance; 7. Autocorrelation: tourism and the environment; 8. Model misspecification: Tobin's q and investment in the USA; Part III. Time Series Econometrics: 9. Structural breaks, non-stationarity and spurious regressions: venture capital and computing investment in the USA; 10. Error correction models AND cointegration: consumption and the multiplier in the UK; Part IV. Advanced Topics: 11. Panel estimation: divorce and income; 12. Binary dependent variables: war and poverty; Index.
Introduces first-year social science undergraduates to the practical aspects of simple regression analysis, without adopting an esoteric, mathematical approach.
M. C. Baddeley is Director of Studies (Economics), Fellow and College Lecturer at Gonville and Caius College, University of Cambridge. She is the author of Investment: Theories and Analysis (2003). D. V. Barrowclough works with the United Nations Conference for Trade and Development (UNCTAD), advising governments on direct foreign investment and economic development, particularly focusing on services. She also lectures at the University of Geneva.
'This book shows how econometrics can be of real value to
understanding major global problems such as violent conflict and
poverty. With an easily readable style, the book encourages
everyone to try their hand at running regressions.' Anthony
Addison, University of Manchester
'Running Regressions … combines statistical analysis with the
relevant theories and their economic policy implications. [It]
encourages the reader to see the relevance and importance of
empirical analysis, and also allows the reader to see the links
between theory and empirical analysis in a clear and consistent
way. The writing and presentation style is very user-friendly and
accessible.' Philip Arestis, University of Cambridge
'Michelle Baddeley and Diana Barrowclough have written an
outstanding book for undergraduate economists. It offers a
well-structured introduction to econometric models via a series of
illuminating applications. Readers see not only the statistical
tools themselves, but also how they can be used to address
important questions in economics. Students will welcome the
seamless integration of economic and statistical theory in an
accessible manner, and teachers will appreciate how effectively the
book shows the relevance of econometrics to economics.' Nicholas
Fawcett, University of Oxford
'This is an exceptionally readable and interesting book. Students
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Bernard Fingleton, University of Strathclyde
'For students of politics and international relations, Running
Regressions demystifies an often-daunting set of analytical tools
and provides practical, critical advice on how to use them.' Dr
Carolyn Deere, Global Economic Governance Programme, University
College, Oxford
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