A PhD-level course on computational economics covering Python, Julia, and economic modeling techniques.
Topics in Computational Economics is a graduate-level course repository covering computational methods for economic modeling. It teaches programming in Python and Julia, along with core topics like Markov processes, dynamic programming, and quantitative analysis. The course materials are designed to bridge economic theory with practical computational skills.
PhD students in economics or related quantitative fields who need to implement economic models computationally. Also suitable for researchers and practitioners looking to apply modern programming tools to economic analysis.
It provides a structured, open-source curriculum that combines rigorous economic theory with hands-on programming exercises using industry-standard scientific computing tools. The course emphasizes reproducibility and open science practices.
Quantitative Economics
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Covers essential topics from programming foundations to advanced economic applications like Markov dynamics and dynamic programming, as detailed in the syllabus sections.
Requires a GitHub-hosted project with code, Jupyter notebooks, and analytical write-ups, ensuring practical skills and reproducibility, as outlined in the Assessment section.
Emphasizes open-source tools like Git and Jupyter, promoting collaborative and transparent research practices, as stated in the philosophy and course materials.
Introduces both Python and Julia ecosystems, including libraries like NumPy and Pandas, preparing learners for diverse scientific computing environments.
The syllabus is from 2016, so references to software versions and best practices may be outdated, lacking coverage of recent advancements in tools or libraries.
Assumes PhD-level economics and programming experience, including linear algebra and analysis, making it inaccessible for beginners or those without quantitative backgrounds.
No updates or active support since 2016, so learners must seek additional resources for current issues, community help, or evolving best practices.