Getting Started
Research in these areas is far-reaching, coming from a variety of sources, including library databases and reputable free sources of information (such as government agencies, competitors, and industry associations).
To save yourself time and frustration, it's important to think about the information you need before starting your research.
To help you form an effective research strategy, the business librarians have developed two tools:
- Jump-Start Your ResearchA step-by-step guide to planning your secondary research that you can e-mail to yourself and/or a business librarian.
- Research TipsTips for searching databases effectively and for realistic research.
Vancouver Business Research Help
Okanagan Business Research Help
Contact M.J. D'Elia for management/business related questions.
Contact Marjorie Mitchell for Psychology related questions.
Community Members and Alumni
Are you an aspiring entrepreneur not affiliated with UBC or UBC Sauder? Then check out the Small Business Accelerator which is a free, online resource for business information and tools for secondary market research for BC businesses and entrepreneurs.
Reach out to Aleha McCauley, our Community Engagement Librarian (Business Services) at aleha.mccauley@ubc.ca if you would like targeted entrepreneurial research support.
Entrepreneurship as an Industry
Sources for learning about entrepreneurship and start-ups in various locations:
- Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM Consortium)Global, national and special topic reports.
- Kauffman Index of Entrepreneurial ActivityReports on U.S. startup activity as well as articles on trends, indicators of success, demographics, etc.
- CrunchBaseCrowd-sourced data on startup funding & investment activity and acquisitions .