A Two-Day Workshop on Applied Econometrics
2025-03-07 09:00 - 2025-03-08 17:00 (Asia/Kolkata) | Tiered Classroom, 5th Floor, Admin Block
The Department of Economics, Easwari School of Liberal Arts is organising a Two-day Workshop on “Applied Econometrics: Leveraging with Software and Database” on March 07-08, 2025. This workshop aims to provide participants with a robust understanding of Econometrics, emphasising theoretical foundations and practical applications using STATA or R.
The workshop will also explore Time Series, Cross-Sectional, and Panel Data methodologies with hands-on experience in databases.
The workshops aim to ensure that participants will:

Strengthen their understanding of Econometrics principles.
Gain hands-on experience with data analysis using STATA/R.
Learn to effectively apply econometric techniques in real-world scenarios.

Target Audience – Academicians, Research Scholars, Data Analysts, and practitioners in Economics, Commerce, Management and related disciplines.
Resource Persons:
Dr Anandarao Suvvari, IIT Goa: Expertise in Econometrics and STATA/R
Dr Mohan Rao Balaga, IIT Dharwad: Specialist in Time Series Analysis and STATA/R
Dr Pratap C Mohanty, IIT Roorkee: Specialist in Cross Sectional Data and STATA/R
Dr Vineesh Prakash, SRM University-AP: Specialist in Panel Data and STATA/R

Prof. S. Irudaya Rajan Explicates on the Future of Migration
2025-04-09 14:00 - 16:00
The Department of Economics is hosting a special lecture on The Future of Migration by the distinguished visiting faculty Prof S Irudaya Rajan. The lecture will explore the future of migration, analysing its economic implications and developmental impacts. The lecture will also offer insight into the evolving migration patterns and their role in transforming India’s demographic shifts and growth trajectory.
About the Speaker:
Prof. S. Irudaya Rajan is a renowned demographer and migration expert, currently serving as Chairman of the International Institute of Migration and Development (IIMAD) in Kerala, India. Prior to this, he was a Professor at the Centre for Development Studies. He is the Founder Editor in Chief of Migration and Development (Sage) and the editor of two Routledge series – India Migration Report and South Asia Migration Report. He has coordinated nine large-scale migration surveys in Kerala since 1998 (with K.C. Zachariah) and replicated the Kerala model of migration surveys in other states, including Goa (2008), Punjab (2009), Tamil Nadu (2015), and Odisha (2023) and has been instrumental in similar surveys in Gujarat (2011), and Jharkhand (2023). With nearly four decades of experience, he has authored numerous publications, including the India Migration Report, and is a leading voice on migration and development.
Join the insightful session by Prof. S Irudaya Rajan!

5-Day Workshop on Econometrics and Large-Scale Data Analysis
2025-10-13 09:00 - 2025-10-17 17:00
The Department of Economics is organising a 5-Day Workshop on Econometrics and Large-Scale Data Analysis for Social Science Research in collaboration with The Indian Econometric Society (TIES) on October 13-17, 2025.
About the Workshop
Utilising large-scale datasets like NSSO and IHDS, this workshop will equip participants with knowledge of cross-sectional, time-series, and panel data analysis techniques, complemented by hands-on sessions using STATA and EViews.
Why Attend?

Learn advanced econometric techniques step-by-step
Gain hands-on experience with large-scale datasets (NSSO, IHDS)
Master tools like STATA & EViews for applied research
Explore links to UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Build networks with peers, faculty, and experts

Whether you’re an academic, a policy researcher, or a student aiming to strengthen your empirical research capabilities, this workshop offers an excellent opportunity to sharpen your analytical skills.
Click here to view the detailed brochure.
