For most of us, research starts with a search engine like Google.
Is a search engine always the best tool for getting business information? Have you experienced the frustration of not being able to find what you need online?
The students on the team are about to face some challenges as they begin their information search. Watch the video (2:57), and find out what search tools they are missing.
Which online databases or sources contain the business data and reports you need?
Skim through this list of Library databases commonly consulted by business professionals (investment bankers, business analysts, accountants, management consultants and more) in their everyday work.
| Type of Business Information | Notable Sources |
| Country statistics and forecast | EIU Viewpoint |
| Country statistics and forecast | World Development Indicators (WDI) |
| Country statistics and forecast | OECD iLibrary |
| Industry and market data and research report | Passport |
| Industry and market data and research report | Statista |
| Financial markets & company information | Bloomberg Professional Service |
| Business News | Factiva |
| Business News | WisersOne電子剪報 |
| Business News | 中國資訊行 Infobank China |
| All-in-one Portal | ABI/INFORM Collection (via ProQuest) |
| All-in-one Portal | Business Source Complete (via EbscoHost) |
To start your business research, go to PolyU Library website to understand which databases are under subscription.
Preview the online guides for detailed instructions in the database pages on how to search these platforms.