Introduction to Econometrics
Salve Regina University
The focus of the experiential learning partnership is applied econometrics, providing quantitative answers to quantitative economic impact and policy questions. Coordinated through Salve Regina University’s Center for Business Outreach and implemented through Professor Sam Sacco’s ‘Introduction to Econometrics’ class, Salve business students partner with local organizations that commission the students to conduct economic impact studies on their behalf. Students are enlisted by a local or regional public or private client and act as a class consulting team for a real-life economic impact policy issue. Coupled with primary and secondary research, the econometric principles are applied to develop a thorough analysis and series of recommendations that are presented to the client, interested civic groups, and governmental agencies. Past clients have included the Naval Undersea Warfare Center, the Newport Cliff Walk Commission, the Fall River Vietnam Memorial Wall Committee, and Salve Regina University.