| SES # | TOPICS | KEY DATES |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction and Overview of a Theoretical Basis for Regional Economic Analysis | |
| 2 | Background on Regional Input-Output Modeling and Modeling Assumptions | |
| 3 | Background on Equations and Data Preparation for the REMI Model | |
| 4 | Alternative Types of Regional Input-Output Models and Multipliers Guest Speaker: Glen Weisbrod, President, Economic Development Research Group, Boston, MA | |
| 5 | Regional Economic Analyses and Forecasting | Problem set 1 due |
| 6 | Regional Econometric Modeling, Part I | |
| 7 | Regional Econometric Modeling, Part II Guest Speaker: Greg Perkins, Research Manager, Boston Redevelopment Authority | |
| 8 | Model Comparisons | |
| 9 | Massachusetts Economy, Case Study | Problem set 2 due |
| 10 | Formulating and Applying Dynamic Economic Models | |
| 11 | Use of Regional Models in Policy Analyses | |
| 12 | Use of Regional Models in Policy Analyses (cont.) | Problem set 3 due |
| 13 | Organization and Preparation of Presentation for Seminar to Client | |
| 14 | Seminar for BRA Research Staff: Socioeconomic Impact Evaluation |