Development of the linear and non-linear regression models including hypothesis testing, specification, instrumental variables, generalized least squares, and asymtotic distribution theory. Includes an introduction to identification and estimation of simultaneous equation models. Prerequisite: ECON 7710 or instructor permission.

ECON 8010 is an introduction to non-cooperative game theory and the economics of information, emphasizing applications to microeconomics. Applications include topics such as bargaining, cooperation in repeated games, the design of optimal auctions, and signalling models.Prerequisite: ECON 7030 or permission of instructor

Studies advanced topics in labor economics. Prerequisite: ECON 8150 and 7720 or instructor permission.

Advanced study of selected problems in industrial organization. Prerequisite: ECON 8170 or instructor permission.

Studies advanced topics in labor economics, emphasizing applications to developing countries. Cross-listed as ECON 8160.

Topics include the balance of payments, long-term and short-term capital movements, the international money market, international monetary standards, international equilibrium and the mechanism of adjustment, exchange variations, and the objectives of international monetary policies. Prerequisite: ECON 7020 or instructor permission.

The course studies very recent papers on International Trade, or the "micoreconomics of globalization," in order to get students conversant with current research. By the end of the semester, students should be ready to explore potential dissertation topics in the field.Prerequisites: ECON 8210 or permission of Instructor

Studies the foundations of excess burden, incidence analysis, and optimal taxation; studies of taxation; general equilibrium analysis for tax policy; and the study of tax reform. Prerequisite: ECON 7030 or instructor permission.

Advanced study of selected topics in macro and monetary economics, with an emphasis on empirical methods. Prerequisite: ECON 7040 or instructor permission.

Studies current research in applied microeconomics. Prerequisite: Third-year status or instructor permission.