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Business

Business

Business is a versatile and dynamic major that focuses on the principles of management, finance, marketing, economics, and entrepreneurship. Students studying business gain a comprehensive understanding of how organizations operate, make strategic decisions, and respond to economic and global trends. The major emphasizes practical skills such as leadership, communication, problem-solving, and data analysis, which are essential in today’s competitive and fast-paced marketplace. Business students often work on real-world case studies, collaborate in teams, and engage in internships to gain hands-on experience. With various specializations available—such as accounting, international business, supply chain management, and human resources—this major allows students to tailor their education to match specific career goals.

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Getting Started:

Welcome to the Research Guide for Business. This guide is tailored to help you navigate the wealth of information available through Davis Library, including books, articles, and much more. Whether you're working on a class project, conducting research, or just exploring, you'll find valuable resources here.

Use the side navigation tabs to find the information you are looking for:

  • 'The Research Process' explains how to conduct initial research in the library.
  • 'Finding Resources' has information on finding books and articles.
  • 'Citing Resources' has information on organizing your research and citing it properly in your work.
  • 'Additional Resources' contains links to relevant resources for your topic that exist outside of the library.

Purpose:

  • Supporting Research: Research guides provide students, researchers, and faculty with curated resources and guidance on specific subjects or courses. They offer access to relevant books, articles, databases, websites, and other academic resources.

  • Enhancing Information Literacy: By offering tutorials, tips, and guides on how to effectively search for and evaluate information, research guides help users develop critical information literacy skills.

  • Centralizing Resources: Research guides serve as a centralized platform where libraries can organize and present their resources in an accessible and user-friendly manner. This includes subject-specific resources, study aids, and instructional materials.

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