Guide to Business & Accounting
Websites:
Entrepreneurship Class Recommendations
Specialized Web Sites |
Comprehensive Web Sites
Accounting | Annual Reports |
Associations | Dictionaries & Encyclopedias |
Economics |
International Business
Investments (Comprehensive) |
News & Magazines (Ezines) |
Nonprofits & Charities |
Researching Companies
Company Startup |
E-Commerce |
Business Ideas & Venture Funding
Tutorials
Current Magazines and Newspapers We Subscribe To
Books:
Suggested Subjects Headings |
Recommended Reference Books
Current Magazines, Journals, and Newspapers Subscribed to by the El Centro Library
Databases
- Mergent Online
- Business Source Complete TIP: Look for the company profiles, market research reports, and industry reports that are linked - these appear before the articles!
- LexisNexis Academic
- Full-text to business news and articles, company financials, SEC filings, and company anuual reports.
- Wall Street Journal/ New York Times
- Thomas Register of Manufacturers
- Federal Register
- InfoTrac Newspapers
- Newspaper Source
- Hoovers (free)
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Entrepeneurship Class Recommendations
- Starting Your Own Business: What's On the Web? (Video Lecture)
- Starting Your Own Business: Using the Online Databases to Locate Information (Video Lecture)
Step #1: Should I do this?
- Getting Started with Your Own Business: Do You Have What it Takes?
- Checklist and step-by-step information on what it takes to start your own business, a survey on if you have what it takes, legal and financial questions to think about, marketing tips, anad putting it together. Includes interviews and basic information on the following businesses: child care, beauty, restaurant, web design, photography, fashion, publishing, and music.
- Entrepreneur Test
- Includes: starting a business quiz, business plan tips and formats, tips for business opportunities, marketing, free business software, marketing plans, business guides and tips...
- Entrepreneur Boot Camp
Step #2: What kind of planning do I need to do?
- Starting a Business:
- Developing a business idea, getting started with a business, getting a business name, business plan, and more.
- Basic Steps in Starting a Business in Texas
- Includes: how to file a company name, taxes, licenses, and employment laws.
- Getting Started with Your Small Business
- Includes how to get started in Dallas County... where to get permits, etc.
Step #3: Researching the Business/Industry: Is this a good business to go into?
- NAICS Codes
- Texas Industry Profiles
- Click on OCCUPATIONAL CLUSTERS > OCCUPATIONAL PROFILES. Create a profile. Includes information on salaries, growth potential, qualifications and skills required for each occupation.
- Service Annual Servey: What are the average costs and revenues?
- Using the NAICS Codes, locate the average revenues and costs for your business (under Industry Summary).
- Industry Profiles and Economic Indicators
- Links to national statistics and reports for various industries. Includes links to revenue for various industries and economic indicators for a geographic area (ex: Beige Book).
- Small Business Development Center/National Information Clearinghouse
- Great resource for trade associations, SIC, NAICS, conversions, trends, links to county/zip code business statistics, bizstats... Click on the breadcrumb at the top for basic information on setting up a small business, including financing resources.
- Industry Data Finder
- For selected industries: provides NAICS codes, trade association information, trade publications, regulatory agencies, and financial statistics.
- Industry Research Center
- Includes links to a variety of industry links. Each industry links provides links to: associations,
- Industry Profiles by States
- For selected industries: provides information, by state or by a variety of business types, in pdf format. Includes child care, catering, beauty shop, bicycle shops and much more.
- Valuation Resources
- For selected industries: provides information on industry research, industry outlook, salary surveys, economic data, public companies, SIC/NAICS Codes, along with links to sites for additional information.
- Texas Business & Industry Data Center*
- Section of the Texas Economic Development website. Databases of export values by industry, business expansions, state comparison database, country information (internation business).
- Current Industrial Reports
- Links to various industries with statistics on production, shipments, and exports. Includes profiles of manufacturers.
- Also... talk to people already in the business, suppliers, and trade associations. The Library has the Encyclopedia of Associations, which provides information about various organizations and their contact information.
Step #4: Demographic Information - what is the neighborhood and the people like - will it support your business?
- American Factfinder
- Searchable by zip code, provides basic demographic information (income, households, ages, diversity...) . "Maps" provide detailed street-by-street details on a zip code for each demographic category. "Brief" provides a link to national statistics.
- Census Data/Demograhics
- Demographic and statistical data available for the United States, individual states, cities, and by zip code.
- City Data
- Once you've determined your NAICS Code, you will need to know the zip codes you are interested in locating your business in. Click on the city you are interested in and it will give you basic demographic information, along with other zip codes for that city.
- Community Profiles
- Includes census, demographic data, and maps . Search by town, county, state, area code, or zip code. The city search provides the most links, including: lakes, airports, cultural activities, school locations, hospitals, bridges, and churches.
- Demographic Links
- List of annotated links to demographic and statistical data - most searchable by zip code. Includes population, health education, income, environmental, business, political, and more.
- Social Explorer
- Search allows you to expand or contract the area you wish to create a demographic report for.
- Neighborhood Profiles (Yahoo)
- Provides basic demographic information by city or zip code: income, education level, population, housing values, median age, cost of living, crime rate, pollution rating, average temperatures...
- CensusScope
- Track census statistics by nation, state, or metropolitan area. Charts trends for: education, age, family structure, income, race, migratino, citizenship status, poverty and occupation. Includes maps and rankings.
- Census Data Center
- Search by zip code to locate demographics: population, employment status, employment by industry sector and occupation, age, ethnicity, income, family size, primary language, marital status, commuting, education, housing values...
- Texas Demographics: by State and County
- Ethnicity, social, economic, education, election districts, and population projections.
- Texas Demographics
- Texas State Data Center: Population, ethnicity, income, housing... Click Subjects A to Z for subject index to charts and statistics.
- E-Podunk: City & County Community Profiles
- Click on the alphabetical listing of states, then click on the city. Provides city information on: population, airports, transportation, commute times, marital status, education level, diversity, housing, income, colleges... Some zip code data is available.
- County and City Databooks
- Comprehensive Demographics by Major City
- Comprehensive reports on various cities - demographics, population, education, income, skills, families, age, density, schools, housing types, and environmental quality.
- City & Suburban Areas Demographics
- Data on cities and suburban areas: housing, income, crime, economic characteristics, unemployment, average pay, businesses, jobs, building permits, government finances...
- EasiDemographics
- Password registration required. Data by zip code, cities, counties, area codes, TV markets, states, regions for demographic information related to population, ethnicity, age, household living arrangements, income, education, employment, business profile, and quality of life profile.
- Free Demographics Data (password registration required)
- University of Michigan Statistical Resources on the Web
- Links to: the Census Bureau, Data on the Net, FedStats, Population Reference Bureau, Demographics Database, USA Counties, American Factfinder, Demographic Profile Generator, various data archives, geographic codes, poverty, race/ethnicity links...
- U. S. & State Census Bureau Quick Facts
- Quick facts about people, business, and geography.
Step #5: What is the competition?
- Census Track Databases
- Now that you know your NAICS Code and the zip codes for your business area, you can locate the number of businesses that match the NAICS Code within the zip codes you are working within. This website includes county business patterns, searchable by SIC and NAICS. Lists Census databases, with a description of the type of information available at each.
And more resources for information!
- Bizlink*
- Very comprehensive annotated listing. Annotated corporate information links (basic, profiles, current news, financials), company & industry research, marketing & demographics, patent & trademark information, personal investments, starting a business, business forms, career info, patents...
- Business Nation
- Provides links, by state, to state and local business information. Includes links to demographics, start-up resources, financing resources, forms, etc. Includes a topical directory of businesses, searchable by city. Includes a Small Business Library of articles: forms, letters, law, management, marketing, finance, human resources, and "ask an expert".
- Business Research Starting Points: News, Statistics, Stocks...
- Links to statistical , Federal Reserve Banks, government regulatory agencies, top 100/500 company listings, financial sites. Statistical links include: local area personal income, state statistics, Beige Book, Bureau of Labor Satistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis, Census of Manufacturers, Consumer Price Index, Leading Economic Indicators...
- Statistical Abstract of the U. S.
- Online charts for national statistics: population, education...
- Score: Service Corps of Retired Executives
- Learning Center contains tips for starting your own business. Email for free business advice and helps you locate a mentor. Includes a Business Toolbox: business plans, financials, Internet Marketing book, benchmark tools...
- Know This...
- Great resource for marketing tips. Includes marketing tips and research, targeting customers, legal tips...
Comprehensive Web Sites & Search Engines
- Berkeley Business Guide No. 18
- Short comprehensive annotated listing of links for accounting, finance, currency, companies...Also includes links to other comprehensive sites: CEOexpress, UKansas, LSU...
- Best Information on the Net: Business
- Very comprehensive listing of annotated listings: business, economics, schools, company finders, investments, entrepreneurship. Each category is subdivided: advise, government regulations, etc.
- Biz/ed
- Comprehensive index to detailed business topics that are not always included in other directories: consumer behavior, auditing, labor unions, MIS, money, operations, tqm, accounting, economic development. Very international focus.
- Business Search Engine
- Search engine useful for finding companies, products, services and business tools. Includes a business directory.
- Business Search Engine (University of Washington)
- Directory and business search engines. Topics include: accounting, banking, law, careers, company directories, financials, e-commerce, marketing, international business, non-profits and small businesses.
- Business Resources (Education Index)
- Annotated alphabetical listing of general resources. Primary focus is on ezines, copyright, career assessment, currency converters, shipping, bankruptcy, and market research.
- FT: Financial Times Business Directory*
- Search engine and comprehensive directory to business information. Directory provides links to: country surveys, companies, industries profiles, data/statistics, government, banking, accounting, management, career information, and news.
- Free Management Library
- Comprehensive site of links to management information: personnel, benefits, communications, customer service, facilities managment, evaluations, finance, fundraising, group interactions, interviewing, marketing, operations, insurance...
- Rutger's Research & Reference Gateway to Business Sources
- Starting points to information on business research, business plans, small business and entrepreneurship.
- U. S. Government Business Advisor
- Links to business development, financial assistance, taxes, business laws/regulations, international trade, workplace issues, and buying/selling. Includes links to other government agencies involved with commerce. Includes a business FAQ.
Specialized Web Sites
- Texas Business Labor Laws
- Business Ethics
- Case Studies, Corporate Code of Ethics, professional organizations, articles, and more.
- Handbook of Business Plans
- Business and Human Rights Center
- Independent organization that tracks issues related to human rights and companies. Information on thousands of companies around the world. Links to reports on misconduct and abuse. Includes examples of "best practices".
- Case Studies
- Online case studies of well-known companies (Nestle, McDonald...). Search engine allows the ability to narrow down to specific criteria. Online quizzes.
- Responsible Shopper
- Provides information on major companies (searchable by company, brand or product category). Provides pricing information, ethics, unionization views, corporation influences, health and safety, charitable contributions, and fair employment views.
- Texas Corporation Search
- Searchable by file number, Comptroller's taxpayer number, or company name.
- Board of Directors Toolkit & Guidelines
- Uniform Commercial Code
- Business Ethics
- Links to articles, case studies, corporate code of ethics, professional organizations, and ethics centers.
- Business Etiquette and Culture Around the World
- Executive Planet: Business Etiquette & Culture
- Compensation for Executives Online Search (by Company and Ticker)
- City Lifestyle and Costs Comparison
Accounting
- Intro to Accounting Tutorials
- Accounting Sites for College Students
- Accounting and Finance Resources (Education Index)
- Accounting Info on the Web (Rutgers)
- Taxes & Accounting Sites on the Web
- GAAP: Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
- Useful Finance and Accounting Data
- American Accounting Association
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
- American Woman's Society of Certified Public Accountants
- Institute of Internal Auditors
Annual Reports
- Annual Reports
- Annual Report Sources & Tips
- Annual Reports Library
- Free Edgar Filings
- Free Annual Reports (scroll down the page)
- Public Register's Annual Report Service
- 10K Wizard SEC Edgar Filings and Financial Data
Associations & Organizations
- American Society for American Executives/Associations
- Union of International Assocations
- Dallas/Fort Worth Minority Business Development Council
- National Association for the Self-Employed
- North Dallas Chamber of Commerce
- North Texas Small Business Development Center
- Texas Mezzanine Business Develoment Fund Center
Dictionaries & Encyclopedias
- Business Dictionary (comprehensive)
- Encyclopedia of Economic & Business History
- Finance Glossary
- Investopedia
- Includes definitions, tutorials, articles, and tips on investing! Includes several tutorials and explanations on how to use price earnings ratio.
- InvestorWords - Investing Glossary
Economics
- Bureau of Economic Analysis
- Current and historical data related to national, state, industry and international economies. Includes budget information, national income and product accounts, gross domestic product, personal income, balance of payments, trade and direct investments. Includes glossary and current events that impact the U.S. economy.
- Understanding the World MacroEconomy
- Includes current issues, Hypertext Glossary of Business Cycle Indicators, Business Cycle Indicators, charts and graphs. Each contains tips, defintions, how to utilize information.
- About.com: Economics
- Links: microeconomics, macroeconomics, economiOctober 2, 2008.
- Bureau of Economic Analysis
- Data and analysis of: GDP, income, gross state product, regional impact model, corporate profits, fixed assets, international balance of payments, input/output accounts, and capital flow. Includes a link to the ezine Survey of Current Business.
- CyberEconomics
- Online textbook for microeconomics and macroeconomics. Includes glossaries and history.
- Dismal Scientist: An Economic Information and Economic Analysis Web Site
- Recent business and economic news, a wealth of data for various industries and regional areas, and a business toolkit.
- Dr. T's Economic Links
- Rating system for links: Economic Indicators at a Glance, online textbooks, marketing news, federal government watch, ecomomic calendars, economic data and analysis, associations, conferences, think tanks, teacher/student resources, tutorials, tax center, discussion groups. . .
- EcEdWeb
- Educational resources for K-12, academic and instruction via the web.
- EconData Links
- Annotated directory of over 400 links to statistical and demographic data.
- Economic Policy Institute
- Facts, statistics, and analaysis on various economic issues: labor market, unemployment, government, global trade, environment and the economy, labor markets and the economy, living wages, unemployment, consumer prices, and education policies.
- Economic & Financial Historical Data (Federal Government)
- Database of over 1000 U.S. economic time series: banking, consumer price index, employment, interest rates, exchange rate, trade datea, gdp, and treasury updates.
- Economic Census Data
- Economics Working Paper Archive
- Links to Economics working papers within 22 different subject areas.
- Emerging Markets Companion
- Federal Research Bank of Dallas
- Finance Resources on the Web
- Covers financial markets, corporate finance, fund and investment research, risk management, internaitional finance, and the economy. Links to news, financial associations, and online learning.
- Forecaster Center
- Future trends, often including socioeconomic and political implications. Register for free access.
- Inomics
- Economics directory of relevant websites and research reports, job listings, conference information
- International Business Demographics & Statistics: Country Briefings
- National Bureau of Economic Research
- Digest and Reporter are freely available, along with abstracts of research reports. Data links to business cycles, industry data, statistical sites...
- Texas Business & Industry Data Center*
- Databases of export values by industry, business expansions, state comparison database, country information (international business).
- Wachowicz's Web World for Finance Students
- WebEc - WWW Resources in Economics
- Comprehensive topical directory linking to websites on: economic history, data sources, financial economics, public economics, demographics, labor, law, industrial organizations, economic systems, microeconomics, macroeconomics, regional economics, and economics news.
Recommended Reference Books
in-library use only
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Little Black Book of Business Words Handbook of Key Economic Indicators Great Economists Since Keynes Guide to Economic Indictors |
Statistical Abstract of the U. S. Encyclopedia of Economics U. S. Industrical Outlook New Palgrave Dictionary of Economics |
International Business
- Business in Foreign Countries Guide (U. S. State Dept.)
- Economist: Country Briefings
- International Business Resources on the WWW
- Country profiles, potential market indicators, and glossary.
- International Census Statistics
- WWWV: International Business
- World Bank Country Statistics
- World Bank Regions & Countries Economic Data
Investments
- Beginner's Guide to Investing & Saving
- Investopedia: Introduction to the Stock Market
- Investor & Financial Planning Basics: Educating You
- IRS: Retirements Tips
- Path to Investing
- Basics of investing, goals, essentials, managing your portfolio, how markets work...
- Smart Money: Retirement Tips
- Dow Jones*
- Index performance by market sector, historical, return/risk ratio, and corporate actions.
- BigCharts
- Bond Professor: Frequently Asked Questions
- Briefing
- Daily Stocks - Stocks Search Engine
- Dow Jones Stock Exchange Historical Archives
- E-Charts Learning Finances & Trade
- InvestorGuide
- Motley Fool
- PC Quote Online
- RealTime Stock Quotes
- Stock Market Performance Tracker
- Stock Selector
- Zacks Investment Research
News & Magazines
- American Demographics
- Business Week Online
- Bloomberg News
- CEO Express: Executive Gateway to the Internet
- Links to daily news, business research (financial markets, company research, investments, law, statistics, small business), office tools, industry research, career and personal finance.
- Entrepreneur Magazine
- Commerce Business Daily
- Context Ezine for Entrepreneurs
- Dallas Business Journal
- eMarketer
- FastCompany
- Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta: Economic Review
- Federal Reserve Bank of Boston: Economic Review
- Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas: Economic Review & Southwest Economy
- Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City: Economic Review
- Federal Reserve Bank of New York: Economic Policy Review
- Fiscal Notes
- Forbes Online
- Fortune: Small Business
- Foundation Center Online
- Knowledge@Wharton
- Newswire
- Research results and press releases related to science, medicine, business trends, and the economy. The sources include non-profits, research groups, assocations, universities, hospitals...
- PR Web
- Survey of Current Business
- Texas Business News
- Market reports for major metro areas in Texas. Includes: building reports, employment, home sales, population, retail, industrial, hotel, and office usage statistics. Includes charts and historical graphs, and top news stories.
Nonprofits & Charities
- American Institute of Philanthropy
- GuideStar: The Donor's Guide to Charities & Nonprofits
- Independent Charities of America
- Nonprofit Resources (TRFN)
Researching Companies
- WebFeet: Company Briefs*
- Business Researcher's Interests*(@BRINT)
- CEO Express
- Corporate Information Search Engine
- Researching Businesses
- Competitive Intelligence Handbook
- Company Web Page Locator
- Federal Trade Commission Registered Identification Number Database
- Internet Prospector: Locating U.S. Corporation Records Online
- Investor Protection Trust
- Market History
- Market Segment Resources
- Links by: African American, Asian American, Hispanic, teens, 50+, single...
- Market Research
- MSN MoneyCentral
- Thomas Register of American Manufacturers (DCCCD Database)
- US Securities and Exchange Commission
Company Startup
- All Business
- Links to basic information on: staffing, finance, taxes, e-commerce, business plans, marketing, operations, law, start-up, insurance...
- BizCenter
- Business plans and case studies to help small businesses get started.
- American Success Institute
- Business Management Supersite
- Comprehensive listing of management & marketing links,including competitive strategy, customer service, export/import, human resources, manufactoring, insurance, small business, law...
- Business Owner's Toolkit
- Tips on starting your business, planning your business, financing, marketing, office equipment, human resources, finances, taxes, and selling your business.
- Chamber of Commerce's Chamber Biz
- Government links to federal and state agencies; federal, state and local employment laws/regulations; chamber of commerce locator; business forms; industry specific news...
- Elaws
- Information related to employment laws or regulations.
- EnterWeb
- Tips and links to websites on: financing, marketing, ecommerce, economics, incubators, technology, policies, discussion groups, publications, conferences, and women in business.
- Entrepreneurship Career Information
- Links to business plans (including competitions), ethics, extensive entrepreuneurship links, business calculators, and tutorials.
- Findlaw Business Links
- Inc.com
- Information on small business management: advice, getting started, growing, services, research sources, events...
- How to Do Patent Research
- Knowledge Hound How-tos: Business
- More Business: By Entrepreneurs for Entrepreneurs
- Search engine and directory to site that offers an entrepeneur handbook: how-to's on starting up a business, current news articles, operational tips, templates (sample business/marketing plans, agreements, checklists, employee manuals), financial tools, and other business agreements.
- Small Business Development Center: Start Up Q & A
- Small Business Exchange
- Small Business Handbook
- Links to: Business Tools (Small Business Handbook, business web links, forms), Business Services (how-to's)...
- Small Business Guides & Tips
- Sections on starting a business, financing, marketing, personnel, management, international sales, and buying a business. Includes a collection of free software programs, and business plan templates.
- Small Business Links
- Small Business Planning & Business Plans
- Start Up Kit: Select Business Profiles
- StartUPBiz
- links on startup basics: financing, incorporation, designing logos, web hosts, free forms and templates, and business plan how-tos. Note: some services have a cost associated with them.
- Texas Business Advisor
- Wall Street Journal Startup
- Trademark search, tips on creating a business plan, how-tos, financial tips, business analysis, tax/legal information, basic business survival tips, vendor relationshiops, employee tips, bill collection tips...
- Women's Busines Center
E-Commerce
- CyberAtlas
- eCommerce Times (news)
- Web Marketing Today
- News and tips on starting an online business. Offers subscription and free sections for tips and news.
- eBusiness Forum (from the Economist)
- Provides analysis and forecasts for over 180 countries. The Best Practices section includes case studies. The Research section provides specific industry e-commerce information.
- eCommerce Assessment Tool
- eCommerce Practical Guide (from the Economist)
- Online business encyclopedia and guides. Topics include: best practices in email management, affiliate marketing, selecting a web host, taking payments online...
- eCommerce Sources
- Rated comparisons of companies that handle online payments, building a website...
- eCommerce Tips
- How to avoid fraud, business issues, merchant accounts...
- eCommerce Tutorial
- Guide to Credit Card Processors: Tips on Selecting One
- Marketing Article Library
- Links to articles on the basics of setting up an online business, including business basics, banner ads...
- Search CIO
- Topics include Internet technology, case studies for ecommerce plus specific industries, and "best of the web" by subject category.
- Workz
- Practical, comprehensive information on how e-business is constructed and done, how-to tips on how to create a website, customer service, marketing, advertising, and international operations.
- Safe Shopping Online
- Sell It On the Web Newsletter and Links
Business Ideas & Venture Funding
- Business Finance Search Engine (Investor Match-up)
- EntreWorld
- Garage: for Startups
- Idea Site for Business
- National Venture Capital Association
Tutorials
- ARC Tutorials & Study Help
- Includes links for: Accounting & Finance, AutoCad, Marketing and Management, Statistics, and Real Estate.
- Market Research, Industry Research, Business Research
- Step-by-step directions on how to begin researching an industry. Includes histories, legal issues, regularions.
- Business and Company Research Online
- Financial Facts Tool Kit
- Investing Online Resource Center
- Fundamentals of Financial Management (textbook)
- How to do Patent Research
- Industry Research Desk
- Researching Companies on the Internet - A Tutorial
Magazines & Newspapers
The Library subscribes to the following publications. The most recent issue is on display and back issues are available at the Circulation Counter. Bound issues are shelved in the upper level of the Library. Check the Periodicals Guide for information on the previous years shelved or bound.
| Barrons Business Week Fortune Forbes Dallas Business Journal |
Black Enterprise Harvard Business Review Hispanic Business Kiplinger's Texas Economic Update Money |
Suggested Subject Headings
Do a SUBJECT or KEYWORD search in the Online catalog for your topic. After doing your search, you can limit the results to books at El Centro by selecting the Limit Your Search button.
| management personnel management business law businesswomen marketing real estate business banks and banking budget commerce debts finance money microeconomics business management personnel management |
customer relations small business accounting business law employees big business business cycles capitalism consumer debt investments monetary policy investments macroeconomics business - data processing women in business employees |
Recommended Reference Books
in-library use only
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Encyclopedic Dictionary of Business Terms MBA's Dictionary Moody's Handbook of Common Stock U. S. Industrial Outlook AMA Management Handbook Handbook of Professional Managers |
Palgrave Dictionary of Economics Who's Who in Finance & Industry International Directory of Company Histories Directory of Texas Manufactures Forms of Business Agreements & Resolutions Moodys Handbook of Common Stocks |
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