Learn about library research tools and resources specifically geared towards Business courses including citation and evaluation help, peer-reviewed articles, eBooks, and more!
A major resource for starting and managing a business. Research business structures, watch video tutorials, explore financing, and get local information.
Find information specific to state regulations, taxes, and potential funding sources. Learn how to register, file taxes, pay fees, get permits, and grow.
Get information about finances, insurance, workplace safety and health, and building safety. Matters of insurance, compensation, buildings codes, and public records are found here.
Demographics websites
Need demographics (data relating to the population)? Use authoritative data from these sites.
Get detailed reports for all aspects related to business research: economic, revenue, demographic. Also find census profiles by county supplied and regularly updated by the Office for Economic Analysis.
Surveys/Programs > Economic Census
Surveys/Programs > Industry Statistics Portal
Browse by Topic > Business and Economy > Small Business
Topics > Employment > Labor Force Statistics
Library > Infographics/Visualization tools to enhance reports (cite images!)
Compiled data on prices, employment, costs, wages by area, etc. Main features include: Consumer Price Index (what goods cost), Produce Price Index (what goods cost to make), Occupational Outlook Handbook (position expectations), Regional Overview, and Wages by Area.