Time Series
Postgraduate course
- ECTS credits
- 10
- Teaching semesters
- Spring
- Course code
- STAT211
- Number of semesters
- 1
- Teaching language
- English
- Resources
- Schedule
Course description
Objectives and Content
This course gives an introduction to linear time series models, such as autoregressive, moving average and ARMA models. Moreover, it is shown how the empirical autocorrelation and partial correlation can be used to identify the model. The Durbin- Levinson, the innovation algorithm and the theory for optimal forecasts are explained. The last part of the course gives an introduction to methods of estimation. Empirical modelling using the AIC and FPE criteria is mentioned as is ARCH and GARCH models.
Learning Outcomes
The purpose of the course is to give an introduction to the analysis and use of time series models.
Semester of Instruction
Irregular
Recommended Previous Knowledge
Forms of Assessment
Oral examination.
Grading Scale
The grading scale used is A to F. Grade A is the highest passing grade in the grading scale, grade F is a fail.