The purpose of this Guide is help you save time using the Vanderbilt library. Work smarter and not harder.
There are more Business Research Guides which will also be helpful. In particular, see these:
Often you will hear a new idea or word that you aren't familiar with. These links can help you learn more quickly:
Business Dictionaries
Business Plans / Business Terms - scroll down for the alphabetical list
Dictionary of Financial, Business and Economic Terms (The Conference Board of Canada)
Investopedia - simply click on this symbol to search:
Nashville Public Library (Davidson County residents): Lynda.com has video tutorials for software, creative, and business skills.
Business Books
Keeping Up with News Events
Top International News
Local News
Streaming Movies & Television
Top 10 Places to Download or Stream Movies for Free, Legally
Subscription Fees:
Streaming Music
Travel Sites
Reports on countries and territories, including every United Nations-member state. Focused on culture: language, personal appearance, greetings, family structure and more. Local experts document details of customs, traditions and daily life.
These are just SOME of the Walker Management Library databases. These are a good starting point but ASK if you aren't finding what you need in 15 minutes. Each database has its own style and mechanics, so look for the HELP option to use its special features.
How do you know if information is true? Where can you find out if something you have read or heard is true or not? For news items look at this chart on Bias as well as these websites::
For business information, check more than one source if you aren't sure. Consider the following: