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Econometrics of Productivity Measurement and Efficiency
This course will provide the students with an in-depth understanding of the fundamental concepts of econometric production analysis and with the practical skills to use econometric software to empirically analyse production technologies and producer behaviour. The module will build on the foundation of core econometrics courses and prepare students for MSc and PhD research or work as an econometrician, consultant, or quantitative analyst for public and private institutions within the broad area of econometric production analysis.
This module can be taken as part of a PG Certificate, PG Diploma or Full Masters Program.
- 10 Credits
- 100 hours of study
- 15 contact hours
- 85 hours for private study
Faculty
Structure
Structure
Econometrics of Productivity Measurement and Efficiency is an elective 10 credit course and therefore students are expected to input approximately 100 hours of study into the course.
The total number of contact hours is 15 hours. This leaves 85 hours for private study.
Lectures
This module consists of 2- hour lectures per day for 5 days, plus a 1 - hour tutorial per day.
There will be optional clinics on the last day of the course.
The dates of each lecture are confirmed closer to the start of each term. If you have any questions about dates, please contact edu@timberlake.co.uk.
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Module Programme
Introduction & Econometric Analysis with Production Functions (part 1)
- Microeconomic production theory (primal approach)
- Statistical methods
- Empirical analyses
- Cobb-Douglas production function
Econometric Econometric Analysis with Production Functions (part 2)
- Translog production function
- Constant Elasticity of Substitution (CES) production function
- General topics regarding production functions
Econometric Analysis with Cost Functions
- Microeconomic theory: cost functions
- Cobb-Douglas and Translog cost functions
- General topics regarding cost functions
Stochastic Frontier Analysis
- Microeconomic theory
- Stochastic frontier analysis
- Cobb-Douglas and Translog stochastic production frontier
- Cobb-Douglas stochastic cost frontier
Econometric Analysis of Multiple-Output Technologies
- Microeconomic theory
- Cobb-Douglas and Translog cost functions for multiple outputs
- Other topics regarding cost functions for multiple outputs
- Cobb-Douglas and Translog output distance function
- Cobb-Douglas and Translog input distance function
- Cobb-Douglas and Translog stochastic ray production frontier
Prerequisites
English Language Requirements
Both Programmes are open to applicants anywhere in the world. We may ask applicants to provide a recognised English language qualification, dependent upon their nationality and where they have studied/worked previously.
The requirement is an IELTS (Academic) Test with an overall score of at least 6.5, and a minimum of 6.0 in each element of the test. We will also consider other English language qualifications. If their score is below our requirements, they may be eligible for one of Lancaster University's pre-sessional English language programmes.
Academic Requirements
Applicants to the Postgraduate Certificate of Achievement, Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma or full MSc in either programme require either an upper second-class degree in economics, econometrics or related subjects.
Learning Outcomes
- Know the basics of microeconomic production theory that build the theoretical foundation of econometric production analysis
- Describe the taught approaches to econometric production analysis and assess their suitability in various empirical settings
- Use econometric software to empirically analyse production technologies and producer behaviour
- Calculate various indicators of production technologies and producer behaviour and interpret their meaning regarding the “real-world” situation
- Apply various approaches to econometric production analysis to investigate various real-world questions
- Critically evaluate the appropriateness of a specific econometric production analysis for analysing a specific real-world question
- Communicate and present the results of econometric production analysis in oral and written form with clarity and succinctness
Frequently Asked Questions
All sessions are conducted live and online at a scheduled time, but are also recorded. Students may attend live and watch the recordings back to recap the material or watch the recordings only if unable to attend live. We always advise students to attend live where possible as this will allow them the best opportunity to engage with the content and ask the lecturer's questions.
All modules are examined through online coursework submissions, you will have the support of your module lecturer/tutor in this poccess.
No, all necessary software is provided to students.
All courses are recorded and available on the LUMS internet platform throughout the current academic year. They can therefore be viewed 24 hours a day.
Timberlake Consultants and Lancaster University Management School (LUMS) Economics department have a longstanding partnership; combining 40+ years of industry expertise with over 50 years of academic excellence. We are delighted to build on this with our micro-credential postgraduate courses.
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Tailored learning
Career-oriented education