Discrete State Stochastic Processes. Review of discrete distributions, generating functions, compound distributions, renewal theorem, systems as Markov chains. Statistical Analysis of Time Series. Special topics might include vector autoregression, cross-spectral analysis, causality testing or other issues of current interest. Statistics 511 or Economics 775 is the standard prerequisite.
Student evaluation is based on exams, homework, and a term paper.
Lectures and problem sets including computer exercises are the main methods of instruction.