Eviews 11 Student Version Lite
Introduction
- Use of procedures (.prg files) to automate classroom exercises and batch estimations.
2. No Advanced Multivariate Analysis
- Vector Autoregression (VAR) and Vector Error Correction (VECM): Not available.
- ARCH/GARCH Modeling: The Lite version does not include volatility modeling tools (crucial for financial econometrics).
- Cointegration Testing (Johansen’s method) is typically disabled.
4. Intuitive Interface
- The famous EViews "equation object" approach: estimate an equation, and it lives in your workfile for further testing or forecasting.
- Quick "View" and "Proc" dropdown menus for diagnostics (heteroskedasticity tests, Ramsey RESET tests, normality tests).
Benefits for Students