309.719.01
Econometric Methods for the Evaluation of Health Programs
Location
East Baltimore
Term
3rd Term
Department
Health Policy and Management
Credit(s)
4
Academic Year
2025 - 2026
Instruction Method
In-person
Tu, Th, 3:30 - 5:20pm
Auditors Allowed
No
Available to Undergraduate
No
Grading Restriction
Letter Grade or Pass/Fail
Course Instructor(s)
Contact Name
Frequency Schedule
Every Year
Resources
Prerequisite
140.621-624 or 140.651-54, and 309.716
Enrollment Restriction
This course is not restricted.
Introduces the application of common econometric methods to address questions of concern to policy makers, administrators, managers, and program participants regarding the evaluation of health programs. Combines a theoretical development of methods and a numerical application involving continuous dependent variables. Emphasizes the correct use of data in framing relevant questions and understanding the importance as well as the limitations of data analysis in order to equip students with the quantitative skills necessary to evaluate policy alternatives.
Learning Objectives
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
- Apply methodological principles and statistical concepts as they relate to the field of program evaluation
- Conduct econometric analyses of observational data in order to reach conclusions relevant for decision-making processes
- Use computer packages to conduct empirical research in impact evaluation
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
Methods of Assessment
This course is evaluated as follows:
- 5% Participation
- 35% Final Project
- 60% Assignments