Key features of this book include the following:

Practical Approach: This text has a practical emphasis that concentrates on doing econometrics as opposed to simply learning a series of rules. It carefully guides the reader through several key processes, whereby they collect data and run regressions, produce reports based on this data and finally, read these reports and those of others. This emphasis on doing allows the reader to engage in the subject and consequently, reinforces the learning experience.

Structure: Careful attention has been given to create a coherent and stimulating structure for the intended readership. Not only does the order in which topics appear facilitate the learning experience for students but also the depth of coverage given to certain topics, such as dummy variables, ensures that students have full grasped key concepts before progressing on to more difficult areas of econometrics.

Engaging Writing Style: The conversational style of this text bears the student in mind at all times. It clearly introduces key concepts in econometrics and cross-references throughout the text in order to remind students of what they have already covered. In doing so, it captures and retains the reader’s attention throughout.

Illustrative Material: This book draws on an array of illustrative material that students can readily relate to, allowing them to fully comprehend how widely econometrics can be applied.

Pedagogy: The content of each chapter is thoroughly reinforced by end of chapter material. For example, 'Do's and Don'ts' that highlights what to do and what not to do in econometrics, as well as end-of-chapter exercises that reinforce the key issues addressed in the text. Additionally, web links and references can be found at the end of each chapter for those students who wish to further their knowledge of the discipline.