Chris Brooks – Introductory Econometrics for Finance (2nd Ed.)

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Chris Brooks – Introductory Econometrics for Finance (2nd Ed.)

Publisher:Cambridge University Press; 2 edition (22 May 2008)

Language:English

ISBN-10:052169468X

ISBN-13:978-0521694681

 

This best-selling textbook addresses the need for an introduction to econometrics specifically written for finance students. Key features:

• Thoroughly revised and updated, including two new chapters on panel data and limited dependent variable models.

• Problem-solving approach assumes no prior knowledge of econometrics emphasising intuition rather than formulae, giving students the skills and confidence to estimate and interpret models.

• Detailed examples and case studies from finance show students how techniques are applied in real research.

• Sample instructions and output from the popular computer package EViews enable students to implement models themselves and understand how to interpret results.

• Gives advice on planning and executing a project in empirical finance, preparing students for using econometrics in practice.

• Covers important modern topics such as time-series forecasting, volatility modelling, switching models and simulation methods.

• Thoroughly class-tested in leading finance schools. Bundle with EViews student version 6 available. Please contact us for more details.

Review

‘Very comprehensive, and it does a sound job of covering the territory.’ The Times Higher Education Supplement

Book Description

This best-selling introduction to econometrics is specifically written for finance students. The new edition builds on the successful data- and problem-driven approach of the first edition, giving students the skills to estimate and interpret models while developing an intuitive grasp of underlying theoretical concepts.