Encyclopedia of Business Information Sources
016.33 Encyclopedia
This bibliographic guide to business information contains over 34,000 entries covering over 1,100 subjects. Included are: abstracts and indexes, almanacs, yearbooks, bibliographies, biographical sources, electronic products, price sources, research centers, and many other potential sources of information.

Business Information Desk Reference
016.33 Freed
Using a question and answer format, this directory provides information on what kinds of queries can be answered by almost 1,000 resources - including print sources, online databases, business and trade organizations, and federal departments and agencies.

The Fortune Encyclopedia of Economics
330.03 Fortune
This encyclopedic work includes chapters covering fourteen major areas of the economy including: economic systems and schools of economic thought, macroeconomics, taxes, economic regulation, discrimination and labor issues, and the marketplace. Within each chapter, alphabetically arranged signed articles cover individual concepts.

Dictionary of Business & Management
330.03 Rosenberg
Providing over 7,500 entries covering more than 30 business areas, this dictionary covers acronyms, abbreviations, and slang terms and includes several useful appendices.

Thorndike Encyclopedia of Banking and Financial Tables
332.3 Thorndike
This resource is a compilation of tables in six areas: loan payment and amortization; compound interest and annuity; interest; savings and withdrawal; installment loan, leasing, and rebate; and investment. Prior to each table, there will be a synopsis of interest rates, terms, and other data followed by an explanation of how the table is to be used and several examples of how the table may be used in specific circumstances.

Encyclopedia of Real Estate Terms
333.3303 Abbott
This encyclopedia includes comprehensive definitions of over 8,000 words and phrases associated with real estate and personal property. Designed to help the reader understand the meaning of a term in its practical application, this resource also distinguishes between the different meanings of terms between North America, Great Britain, France, Australia, New Zealand, and other Commonwealth countries. References at the end of each definition point to other sources for more specialized research.

Standard Industrial Classification Manual
338.02 United States

NAICS/SIC Code United States Manual
338.0201 NAICS

Business Strategies
346.0652 Kess
This resource bills itself as "a comprehensive blend of tax, human resource and accounting concerns, unified into a single source of planning concepts and devices for successful management of a business." Consisting of four loose-leaf binders, topics are arranged by broad category (tax and accounting; sale of the business; insuring the business and its assets; etc.) and broken down into component parts describing applicable laws, regulations, and explanatory material. Separate indexes of charts, checklists, sample letters, forms, and codes, regulations, and rules are provided in volume one.

Encyclopedia of Business and Finance
650.03 Encyclopedia
Two-volume collection of more than 300 signed articles covering the major topics in business: accounting, economics, finance, information systems, law, management, and marketing. Extensive cross-referencing and an easy-to-understand writing style make this an excellent resource for the lay-person in search of information.

Webster's New World Office Professional's Handbook
651 Webster's
This is a resource that covers the ins and outs of running an office - everything from how to select appropriate office equipment, compose letters and forms, and properly mail and ship packages and letters to articles on time management, how to handle interviews, plan for business trips, and proper punctuation.

GAAP Handbook of Policies and Procedures
657.0218 GAAP
The definitive guide to generally accepted accounting principles, this resource covers financial reporting requirements, required and recommended disclosures, and specialized accounting topics. Containing many checklists, illustrations, examples, and step-by-step instructions, this guide helps solve many of the most difficult issues encountered by both public and private accountants.

Business: The Ultimate Resource
658 Business
The name really does describe this. With 150 essays on numerous business topics - everything from leadership and organizational theory to product development and creating marketing plans, this resource is concise and relevant to today's business environment. Additional sections cover management topics in a convenient checklist format; "actionlists" broken down by topic; brief overviews of important works in management theory; biographies of key figures in business; an extensive dictionary; a world business almanac of statistical tables and profiles of states, countries, and industries; and a comprehensive list of business information sources.

Small Business Sourcebook
658.022 Small
Covering the United States and Canada, this resource covers a multitude of information resources for those engaged in small businesses. The bulk of the work consists of "small business profiles" that provide start-up information, associations and other organizations, information on licensing, education programs, lists of reference works, sources of supply, statistical sources, trade periodicals, trade shows and conventions, consultants, franchises and business opportunities, databases, libraries, computer systems and software, libraries and research centers. Information is also provided on more general topics of interest to all small business owners, as are directories of state, federal, and regional agencies and offices that can provide assistance or resources.

101 Business Ratios: A Manager's Handbook of Definitions, Equations, and Computer Algorithms
658.1511 Gates
Explains the ratios found in other sources - how to obtain them, and what they mean. Organized into six sections (sales, profit, debt/capital, efficiency, marketing, and investment), this resource provides a definition; an essay - detailing what the ratio measures, why it is important, who looks at it, and what the number mean; and an explanation in plain English on how to do the calculation. Additional information is provided on how to find the appropriate variables and how to present the ratios in numerical and graphical formats.

Complete Business Writers Manual
808.0666 Bell
This resource provides guidelines and sample letters for a variety of business situations - everything from recruitment and employment, consulting and contracting, and report and proposal letters to performance appraisals, legal and regulatory letters, and routine office correspondence.

Craighead's International Business, Travel, and Relocation Guide to 84 Countries
910.202 Craighead
This resource is designed to meet the needs of individuals who need information about doing business, living, and working in the countries most important to international business. While general information on the country is provided (brief history, current economic and political framework, etc.), the strength of this publication lies in its detailed explanations of business customs, meeting and entertainment protocol; family issues; transportation; and social customs that should be understood by expatriate businesses, individuals, and families.

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