The seminar course provides an overview of various empirical methodologies commonly used in finance and economics research. Topics to be discussed include econometrics of hypothesis testing, regression analysis, endogeneity issues, etc. Research methodologies will be discussed in-depth with the application into specific research papers. Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to develop a critical awareness of research issues, collect data, design appropriate methodologies to analyze the data, interpret the empirical results, and disseminate research through oral presentation and written proposal.

CILO-1: Identify the current critical research issues. CILO-2: Identify various research tools and methodologies. CILO-3: Implement research methodologies appropriately. CILO-4: Interpret research output accurately. CILO-5: Disseminate research effectively.