ONE WEEK ONLINE

INTERNATIONAL WORKSHOP
on

Empirical Methods in
Social Sciences:
An Introduction to Statistics,
Econometrics and Big Data
13th – 20th October 2024

Organized by
Jindal Centre for the Global South and J & K Economic Association
 ABOUT THE WORKSHOP
This workshop aims to introduce the researchers, faculty, and early-stage social sciences professionals to Empirical Methods in
Social Sciences by focusing on its three key foundations: Statistics, Econometrics, and the emerging area of Big Data. By using
an optimal mix of theory and practical applications, this workshop will be enriched by lively interactions between the experts and
the participants. The workshop will also have several Keynote Sessions that will discuss the issues that are most essential for
emerging and seasoned researchers alike. The hands-on sessions will concretely train the participants on actual empirical
modelling using real-world datasets on cutting-edge tools such as Gretl, EViews, R, Python and Tableau. The primary motivation
of this workshop is to train well-informed modellers who know how to use various empirical methods at the right place, at the
right time and in the right manner. The focus is on building a strong theoretical background rather than simply learning software.
The workshop is expected to inspire researchers to develop their way of modelling the real world using various empirical
methods. Their knowledge will be solidified through hands-on sessions on real-world datasets from the social sciences.

KEY OUTCOMES
• Gain comprehensive training on empirical methods that are employed in the social sciences.
• Learn fundamental statistical concepts necessary for empirical modelling.
• Gain traction on the critical econometric concepts, techniques, and technologies.
• Learn the application of key statistical and econometric technologies.
• Interact and network with professionals who have a strong background in empirical research.

TOPICS TO BE COVERED
1. A Primer on Applied Statistics using Microsoft Excel 5. Autocorrelation and Model Misspecification using R
• Data and its types • Autocorrelation
• Concepts in Probability Theory • Model Misspecification
• Major Types of Distributions in Social Sciences • Hands-on session with R
• Descriptive Statistics: Summarizing the Data
• Data Visualization 6. Time Series Econometrics with R
• Hands-on session with Microsoft Excel • Introduction to Time Series Econometrics
• Hands-on with R
2. Foundations of Econometric Modelling using Gretl
• Model-based thinking 7. Big Data Analytics with Tableau
• Equations and their importance • Introduction to Big Data
• Types of Models • Hand-on session with Tableau
• Fundamental elements of an econometric model
• Practical uses of econometric models 8. Machine Learning with Python
• Hands-on session with Gretl • Introduction to Machine Learning for Researchers
• Hands-on with Python
3. Developing the Classical Econometric Model using EViews
• Linear Regression models 9. Panel Econometrics with Gretl
• Classical Normal Linear Regression Model • Introduction to Panel Econometric Models
• Multiple Regression Analysis • Hands-on with Gretl
• Hand-on session with EViews

4. Multicollinearity and Heteroskedasticity with Analytical

Solver
• Multicollinearity
• Heteroskedasticity
• Hands-on session with Analytical Solver

STATISTICAL AND ECONOMETRIC PROGRAMMES COVERED:

Microsoft Excel Gretl R Eviews Python Tableau Analytical Solver
 WORKSHOP DETAILED PROGRAMME

TH
SUNDAY, 13 OCTOBER 2024

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | INAUGURAL SESSION

SPEAKER MODERATOR
Dr. Firdous Ahmad Malik Dr. Bhagirath Baria
Assistant Professor Assistant Professor
University of People, USA The Maharaja Sayajirao
University of Baroda, India

12:15 PM TO 12:45 PM | KEYNOTE SESSION - I

Fundamentals of Empirical Analysis - A Primer for Emerging Researchers

SPEAKER MODERATOR
Dr. K. Shanmugan Dr. Bhagirath Baria
Secretary, The Indian Econometric Assistant Professor
Society (TIES), and The Maharaja Sayajirao
Associate Professor, University of Baroda, India
Department of Business Economics,
Faculty of Commerce,
The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda

12:45 PM TO 2:00 PM | LUNCH BREAK

2:00 PM TO 2:30 PM | KEYNOTE SESSION - II

Data Sovereignty and Equitable Development:

A path forward for the Global South
SPEAKER MODERATOR
Dr. Hebatallah Adam Dr. Firdous Ahmad Malik
Full Professor of Economics, Assistant Professor
Founder and Director of University of People, USA
Jindal Centre for the Global South
Jindal School of International Affairs
O.P. Jindal Global University

TH
MONDAY, 14 OCTOBER 2024

6:30 PM TO 8:30 PM | SESSION - I

A Primer on Applied Statistics using Microsoft Excel

SPEAKER MODERATOR
Dr. Parmeet Kumar Vinit Dr. Naveed Ahmad Lone
Assistant Professor Assistant Professor of Economics,
Dept. of Statistics Department of Economics
Patna University GDC Pulwama, India
 TUESDAY, 15TH OCTOBER 2024

6:30 PM TO 8:30 PM | SESSION - II

Foundations of Econometric Modelling using Gretl

SPEAKER MODERATOR
Dr. Bhagirath Baria Ms. Deepti Bapna
Assistant Professor Junior Officer (Loans)
The Maharaja Sayajirao Saraswat Cooperative Bank Ltd
University of Baroda, India Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India

WEDNESDAY, 16TH OCTOBER 2024

6:30 PM TO 8:30 PM | SESSION - III

Developing the Classical Econometric Model using Eviews

SPEAKER MODERATOR
Dr. Bhagirath Baria Mr. Owais Ismaeil
Assistant Professor Doctoral Fellow
The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Delhi, Delhi, India
University of Baroda, India

TH
THURSDAY, 17 OCTOBER 2024
6:30 PM TO 8:30 PM | SESSION - IV

Multicollinearity and Heteroskedasticity with Analytical Solver

SPEAKER MODERATOR
Dr. Jasmeet Kaur Lamba Ms. Shivangi Priya
Full Professor & Associate Dean, Research Assistant
Jindal School of International Affairs, Lingaya's Vidyapeeth, Faridabad, India
O. P. Jindal Global University, India.

FRIDAY, 18TH OCTOBER 2024

6:30 PM TO 8:30 PM | SESSION - V

Autocorrelation and Model Misspecification using R

SPEAKER MODERATOR
Dr. Hersch Sahay Mr. Ravi Luhar
Assistant Professor Assistant Professor (Temporaray)
Department of Economics Department of Business Economics
Pondicherry University Faculty of Commerce
The Maharaja Sayajirao
University of Baroda, Gujarat, India
 SATURDAY, 19TH OCTOBER 2024

6:30 PM TO 7:30 PM | SESSION - VI

Time Series Econometrics with R

SPEAKER MODERATOR
Dr. Hersch Sahay Dr. Neha Pandya
Assistant Professor Assistant Professor
Department of Economics Department of Banking and Insurance,
Pondicherry University The M. S. University of Baroda, India

7:30 PM TO 8:30 PM | SESSION - VII

Big Data Analytics with Tableau

SPEAKER MODERATOR
Mr. Lucky Pandey Ms. Devanshi Himanshu Mehta
Climate Change Expert - IQVIA, Assistant Professor (Temporary),
National Centre for Disease Control Department of Business Economics,
Ministry of Health and Faculty of Commerce,
Family Welfare, Delhi The Maharaja Sayajirao
University of Baroda, India

SUNDAY, 20TH OCTOBER 2024

11:00 AM TO 12:00 PM | SESSION - VIII

Machine Learning with Python

SPEAKER MODERATOR
Mr. Dwarkesh Panchal Dr. Chanda Gulati
Manager Associate Professor
IPSOS-Market Research Company Prestige Institute of
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Management & Research, India

12:00 PM TO 01:00 PM | SESSION - IX

Panel Econometrics with Gretl

SPEAKER MODERATOR
Dr. Ram Pratap Sinha Dr. Jaskaran Singh
Associate Professor Assistant Professor
Government College of Ramgarhia College Phagwara
Engineering and Leather Technology, Punjab, India
West Bengal, India

1:00 PM TO 2:00 PM | VALEDICTORY SESSION

 WORKSHOP REGISTRATION DETAILS
• Certification: Certificate of a one-week “Workshop on Empirical Methods for Social Sciences”, by
JKEA and JCGS
• Registration Fees: 500 INR

Registration Link: Scan QR code

https://forms.gle/W5BBCB3A7AftLMx98 for Registration

• Contact Details: [email protected]

WORKSHOP CONVENERS

• Prof. (Dr.) Hebatallah Adam

Full Professor of Economics
Founder and Director of Jindal Centre for the Global South (JCGS)
Jindal School of International Affairs (JSIA), O.P. Jindal Global University
• Dr. Firdous Ahmad Malik
Assistant Professor, University of People, USA
• Dr. Bhagirath Baria
Assistant Professor, The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, India

ORGANIZING MEMBER

• Mr. Owais Ismail

Doctoral Fellow, University of Delhi, India
Research Fellow Jindal Centre for the Global South