ETC3410 Applied econometrics
Faculty of Business and Economics
ETC3410 Applied econometrics is a level 3, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Business and Economics, offered in 2026 in Semester 1 at Clayton. It needs ETC2410, ETC3440, ETF2100 or ETW2510 and unlocks 6 units.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2026
- Semester 1
- Clayton
- Assessment
- Exam 60%
- and 1 other task
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before ETC3410
Prohibitions
You can't enrol if you have passed any of these.
After ETC3410
6 units list ETC3410 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
To be successful in this unit, background knowledge and application of maths is required at the equivalent of VCE Year 12 Higher level. You may have satisfied this by completing relevant prerequisite unit/s, or you have covered relevant topics in your final years of secondary study. You should self-assess your maths competency prior to enrolling in this unit.
Equivalent units
The same content under another code. Only one of them counts.
Overview
This unit presents econometric models and techniques that are widely used in modern applied econometrics. Emphasis is placed on models that address the special problems that arise when analysing microeconomic data, that is, data at the level of individual consumers, households and firms. The topics covered include modelling discrete dependent variables, modelling data sets that have both a cross-section and a time-series dimension and conducting inference in models in which the dependent variable is jointly determined with one or more of the regressors. The models taught in this unit are widely used in empirical work in economics, finance and marketing.
Offerings in 2026
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | Blended |
Assessment
- Exercise40%
- Examination60%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
conduct statistical inference in statistical models with a binary dependent variable
- 2
conduct statistical inference in statistical models with one or more endogenous explanatory variables
- 3
conduct statistical inference in a system of simultaneous equations
- 4
conduct statistical inference on data that has both a time series and a cross section dimension.
Workload and teaching
- Workshops12 hours
- Seminars24 hours
- Tutorials12 hours
- Teaching approachProblem-based learning
Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities. You are expected to complete all pre-class activities prior to your scheduled class, and post-class activities should be completed after your scheduled class. Learning activities may include a combination of teacher directed, peer directed and online engagement activities.
This unit includes problem-based learning approaches, where you engage in research, integrate theory and practice and apply knowledge and skills to develop viable solutions in response to a problem or set of problems.
Learning resources
Technology resources
There may be an additional cost associated with purchasing a physical and/or virtual calculator. Specific details will be provided in the Learning Management System by commencement of Orientation week.
Where it fits
ETC3410 is part of 7 areas of study in the 2026 handbook.
- BUSANLEC01Specified discipline studiesBusiness analytics for economicsNo reviews yet
- ECONOMTR02Core unitsEconometricsNo reviews yet
- ECONOMTR05Level 3 econometrics unitsEconometricsNo reviews yet
- ECONOMIC06List 1 - Additional economics unitEconomicsNo reviews yet
- ECONPOLY01Core studiesEconomics and economic policyNo reviews yet
- MTHECONM01Specified discipline studiesMathematical economics and econometricsNo reviews yet
- MTHFNDEC01Additional core unitsMathematical foundations of econometricsNo reviews yet
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Akanksha Negi
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for ETC3410?
You need ETC2410, ETC3440, ETF2100 or ETW2510 before you enrol. Enrolment rules also apply.
What can I take after ETC3410?
ETC3410 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 6 units, including ETC4400, ETC4420, ETC5420, ETX4410, ETX5200 and ETX5441.
When is ETC3410 offered?
In 2026, ETC3410 runs in Semester 1 at Clayton.
How much work is ETC3410?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does ETC3410 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 60% of the final mark, alongside 1 other task.
Which majors and minors include ETC3410?
ETC3410 is part of Business analytics for economics; Econometrics; Economics; Economics and economic policy; and Mathematical economics and econometrics, and 1 other area of study.