Econometrics Research Proposal (2-8 pages)

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Econometrics Research Proposal (2-8 pages)

For this proposal, research a topic and determine if a variable positively or negatively affect the chosen topic.

A possible topic for the tutor: Wage positively or negatively correlated with an employee’s work ethic?

Proposal should include the following elements:

Abstract

Research Question and Motivation for the specific topic

Practical Research Designs

Data Sources

Potential threat to validity of research design and how you address them

Data Sources

References

Method:

-Identification strategy such as Ordinary Least Squares(OLS) with controls, Randomized Control Trial(RCT), Instrumental Variables(IV), Regression Discontinuity(RD), Differences-in-differences(DID)

– Include a formal regression model and be clear about which parameter is your interest – Discuss the potential threats to your model and Include any possible tests to show the validity of your identification strategy

– Discuss data availability

***An example of a research proposal has been attached***

***Use the provided example as a guideline to stay on track, but not as a source to copy***