Welcome
Welcome BGSU MBA Students!
Use this guide to discover library business resources and services relevant for students both on and off campus. If you have any questions about this guide or aspects of conducting library research or resources, do not hesitate to contact me (information is below, on the right). I am happy to talk on the phone or meet in person or via Zoom.
Support for Distance Students
With so many library resources available electronically, students who are not on campus have access to a virtually the exact same resources on-campus students do. Searching Summon (the main search box on the library home page) allows you to search approximately 80% of library resources -- books, articles & more.
A full list of our Research Databases can be found on the University Libraries home page by following the All Databases link under the Summon search box.
Library Account
If you are new to BGSU or haven't used University Libraries in a while, it would be a good idea to confirm that your library account is up-to-date! A current account is needed to request items through the OhioLINK catalog or to borrow items within the BGSU Libraries or other institutions.
Try logging in to My Library Account and checking the expiration date. If you need assistance, contact the Circulation Desk by phone 419-372-2051 or via email or chat.
Core Business Resources
- Business Source CompleteInformation on all topics in business, including full-text, scholarly journal articles, company information, and industry reports.
- The Wall Street Journal - Online Edition (through ProQuest Global Newsstream)Access articles as published on the WSJ online site. Online articles can vary from the articles in the Eastern (print) edition.
- MarketLine AdvantageCompany, industry and country information for US and global business. Includes in-depth analyst reports and statistics.
- EconLitIndex to journal articles, books and book chapters, dissertations, working papers, and more written on all topics in economics.
- MintelResearch reports covering US and International marketplaces.
- IBISWorldA database of industry information. IBISWorld employs a team of dedicated expert analysts to research economic, demographic and government data, providing insight into Americas 700+ industries. Additional modules cover China Industry, Global Industry, and U.S. Specialized Industry.
- S & P NetAdvantage
An online database of Standard & Poor's publications related to financial markets and investing. If you experience a "Bad Request" error, clear your cache and/or try a different browser.
Data & Statistics
These statistical reports from the U.S. Census provide a wealth of information about businesses in the United States, from demographics to financial information to the impact of external events.
- Economic CensusThe Economic Census is the official five-year measure of businesses in the United States providing comprehensive statistics at the national, state, and local levels. It serves as the benchmark for current economic activity, such as the Gross Domestic Product and Producer Price Index.
- County Business PatternsCounty Business Patterns (CBP) is an annual series that provides subnational economic data for establishments with paid employees by industry and employment size. This series includes the number of establishments, employment during the week of March 12, first quarter payroll, and annual payroll.
- Annual Business Survey (ABS) ProgramThe Annual Business Survey (ABS) provides information on selected economic and demographic characteristics for businesses and business owners by sex, ethnicity, race, and veteran status. Further, the survey measures research and development (for microbusinesses), new business topics such as innovation and technology, as well as other business characteristics.
