# Preparation module If you ended up here, you are probably thinking about studying the [Minor Applied Econometrics](https://vu.nl/en/education/minor/applied-econometrics-a-big-data-experience-for-all) (AE) at the [School of Business and Economics](https://vu.nl/en/about-vu/faculties/school-of-business-and-economics) of the [Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam](https://vu.nl/en). The minor AE has two different tracks, the *regular track* and the *technical track*. You can read more about them [here](https://vu.nl/en/education/minor/applied-econometrics-a-big-data-experience-for-all/curriculum). There are [prerequisites](https://vu.nl/en/education/minor/applied-econometrics-a-big-data-experience-for-all/admissions) in place for this study program. For the *regular track*, you should have completed your first courses in (introductory) mathematics and statistics. Pre-knowledge in programming is not mandatory, but might be desirable for a smooth start. In this module, we want to specify more clearly the concepts you need to be well-prepped for the minor. We will also provide you with references to reliable sources that can help you to refresh and practice your knowledge. This preparation module mostly focuses on prospective students that want to follow the *regular track*. If you are interested in the *technical track*, it is assumed that you either have a background in a BSc program in Econometrics or a related quantitative study. In that case, you should have followed courses that prepare you well for this minor. If you want to know more about the contents of the minor, please visit the [VU study guide](https://studiegids.vu.nl/en/#/). You can find more detailed information about the regular and technical track (and the different choices you can make). Moreover, you can read more about the courses and their specific contents. We hope you'll enjoy the minor Applied Econometrics: A Big Data Experience for All!\ \ Lennart Hoogerheide (*minor coordinator)*\ *-* on behalf of all teachers in the minor *© 2025 Sean Telg, All Rights Reserved* --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://vu-minor-applied-econometrics.gitbook.io/preparation-minor-applied-econometrics/readme.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.