Economic Data Analysis
Undergraduate Microcredential

The certificate program in applied econometrics and data analysis is designed to prepare students for the job market that emphasizes quantitative data skills. Job applicants with econometrics skills are in high demand in many occupations in business and government. In the business world, a few examples of areas in which those with econometrics training work are policy analysis, financial analysis, forecasting, market research, logistics, and quality control. Econometrics training is also useful for government jobs. Policymakers need hard evidence on which to base their decisions; data must be collected, analyzed, and presented in a convincing way. State and Federal Government departments, such as the Federal Reserve and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, regularly seek graduates with econometric and data skills. 

Program Type

Undergraduate Microcredential

Program Format

On Campus

Declare a Microcredential

Requirements

Curriculum - Courses and Credits
ECON 310Introduction to Econometrics and Data Science3
ECON 411Economic Forecasting Methods3
Total Credits6

Economic Data Analysis Undergraduate Microcredential Learning Outcomes

By completing the microcredential, students will be able to:

  • Apply econometric methods: Students will apply various econometric methods to analyze economic data, including regression analysis, time series analysis, and panel data analysis.
  • Gain hands-on experience: Through empirical research assignments, students will apply their learning in practical settings, thereby gaining hands-on experience that is directly applicable to careers in data analytics and economic research.
  • Show software proficiency: Students will become proficient in using statistical software packages commonly used in econometrics, which are essential tools for conducting data analysis and econometric modeling.