The module aims to provide students with a solid foundation in the statistical and econometric techniques that allow them to conduct independent empirical investigations in economics and finance. The approach centres on the linear multiple regression methods, including their use in estimating and testing the validity of models in economics (including economic development) and finance. Economic models include empirical models of country-specific growth rates in terms of capital stock, employment and level of education. Finance models focus on the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM) which specifies stock returns in terms of the return on the market portfolio.