UnitLevel 2Undergraduate

ETX2100 Introductory econometrics

Faculty of Business and Economics

ETX2100 Introductory econometrics is a level 2, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Business and Economics. It isn't offered in 2026. It needs ETB1100, ETC1000, ETF1100, ETW1001, FIT1006, SCI1020, STA1010 or ETX1100 and unlocks 4 units, leading on to 14 units in all.

Credit points: 6
Offered in 2026: Other periods; Caulfield
Assessment: Exam 50%; and 2 other tasks
Workload: 144 hours; per semester

This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.

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Requisites

Before ETX2100

Prohibitions

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Prerequisites

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After ETX2100

4 units list ETX2100 as a prerequisite or corequisite.

Enrolment rules

If you are enrolled in course B6001, B6036 or B6030, there is no prerequisite.

To be successful in this unit, background knowledge and application of maths is required at the equivalent of VCE Year 12. 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

Econometrics is a set of research tools employed across the economics and business disciplines. This unit covers the basic tools for estimation in the context of simple and multiple linear regression, the sampling properties of the least squares estimator, statistical inference and hypothesis testing. It also covers regression with dummy variables, model specification issues and estimation problems when least squares assumptions are violated.

Offerings in 2026

Teaching period	Campus	Mode
November teaching period	Caulfield	On campus, block

Assessment

Exercise
10%
Written
40%
Examination
50%

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
apply econometric tools to modelling, estimation, inference, and forecasting in the context of real world economic and business problems
2
formulate and test hypotheses about the relationships between variables
3
understand the nature and consequences of violation of the classical assumptions and know how to test for violations
4
apply the skills and knowledge from the unit to real situations in business and economics
5
demonstrate the ability to generate and analyse statistical output for business and economic applications using an appropriate statistical software.

Workload and teaching

Workshops36 hours
Teaching approachProblem-based learning
Teaching approachActive 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.

This unit engages you in actively applying your knowledge, skills and attributes in interactive, collaborative and reflective activities.

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.

Contacts

Chief Examiners: Dr Alyssa Hu

Common questions

What are the prerequisites for ETX2100?

You need ETB1100, ETC1000, ETF1100, ETW1001, FIT1006, SCI1020, STA1010 or ETX1100 before you enrol. Enrolment rules also apply.

What can I take after ETX2100?

ETX2100 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 4 units, including ETC3460, ETC3550, ETF3200 and ETF3231. Those lead on to 14 units in all.

When is ETX2100 offered?

ETX2100 has no offerings listed in the 2026 handbook.

How much work is ETX2100?

The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.

Does ETX2100 have an exam?

Yes. The exam is worth 50% of the final mark, alongside 2 other tasks.

More details

Credit points: 6
Level: 2
Study level: Undergraduate
Faculty: Faculty of Business and Economics
Organisational unit: Department of Econometrics and Business Statistics

Type: Coursework
EFTSL: 0.125
Student contribution: SCA Band 1
Study abroad: Available
Handbook years: 202520262027