Libraries Learning Commons: International Business: International Business Resources

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Here are some starting points for international business research:

Library Resources (NC students only)

Research Databases
Journals and Magazines
Online Videos
Ebooks
Hardcopy (print) books in the library

Internet Resources

Country Info Websites
Business News and Statistics Websites
Canadian Government Trade sites
International Logistics

See also the Office Administration Program guide:

International Travel Project (Intercultural Business resources)

Research Databases

ABI/INFORM Collection
The most comprehensive ABI/INFORM™ database, this comprises ABI/INFORM Global, ABI/INFORM Trade and Industry, and ABI/INFORM Dateline. The database features thousands of full-text journals, dissertations, working papers, key business and economics periodicals such as the Economist, country-and industry-focused reports, and downloadable data. Its international coverage gives researchers a complete picture of companies and business trends around the world. Terms of Use

Here's a short video tutorial introducing Marketline Advantage.

Find more business databases in the Databases A-Z list

Journals and Magazines

Harvard Business Review (online and print available)
Written for upper level management. Presents analysis of management problems and helpful commentary on advanced thinking and practice in all fields of management and administration.
Canadian Business (available in print and online)
Articles on technology, investing, and innovative Canadian companies.
The Economist (available in print and online)
Reports on and offers analysis of international news, world politics, business, finance, science, and technology.
The New Internationalist (Available in print and online)
Reports on the issues of world poverty and inequality. Features articles on the unjust relationship between the powerful and powerless in both rich and poor countries

Find more journals and magazines online at NCLibraries

Online Videos

CBC Curio - organized by Show, Collection, Channel, etc. Requires NC computer account to log in.

FoD - thousands of videos available from the Films on Demand video library (you will need to use your NC computer account):

Warren Buffett: The Billionaire Next Door Going Global
Publication Date: 2007
The Interconnected World: An Inside Look at the IMF and its Impact by IMF
Publication Date: 2010

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eBooks on International Business

African Economic Outlook 2016
Call Number: Find this and many other ebooks at the OECD Library
ISBN: 9789264256477
"Doing Business Anywhere" (one of many ebooks available on "International Business")
ISBN: 9780471973171
Publication Date: 2007-04-20
"Building and Import/Export Business" is one of many ebooks available on "import export"
ISBN: 9780470120477
Publication Date: 2007-12-21
OECD Economic Factbook 2015-2016
Call Number: Available online, some years also available in print at NCLibraries
ISBN: 9789264251113
Publication Date: yearly
Environmental, Economic and Social Statistics
Preliminary Overview of the Economies of Latin America and the Caribbean by United Nations
Call Number: an Ebscohost eBook
ISBN: 9789211218398
Publication Date: 2013
Trade in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods
Call Number: OECD Library
ISBN: 9789264252646
Publication Date: 2016

Find more ebooks here on the subject of International Business.

Free ebooks are available from the OECD Library. See the examples above or browse the whole OECD Library collection.

Hardcopy books in the Library

Sample print book searches below. See all print books in our catalogue .

Bridging the Culture Gap by Penny Carté; Chris Fox; Canning
ISBN: 9780749452742
Publication Date: 2008-08-01
Print books on the subject of Economics
Call Number: Most of these books can be found on the NOTL shelves in the HB71 section.
ISBN: 9780756698270
Freefall by Joseph E. Stiglitz (2001 Nobel Prize for Economics)
Call Number: HB3722 .S842 2010
ISBN: 9780393075960
Publication Date: 2010-01-18
Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman (2002 Nobel Prize for Economics)
Call Number: BF441 .K33
ISBN: 9780374275631
Publication Date: 2011-10-25
The Return of Depression Economics and the Crisis of 2008 by Paul Krugman (2008 Nobel Prize for Economics)
ISBN: 9780393337808
Publication Date: 2009-09-08

Business News and Statistics Websites Recommended by NC Profs

BBC NEWS | Country Profiles
Guides to history, politics and economic background of countries and territories, with video clips from BBC archives.
CIA - The World Factbook
Information on the history, people, government, economy, geography, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues for 267 world entities.
Country Info - Export Development Canada (EDC)
Our regional representatives, located around the world, have developed strategic relationships with major customers in key sectors as well as an extensive network of local contacts in each regional market. Select a country or region and see how we can support your business
Country Insights
Go beyond the do's and don'ts with Country Insights from Canada's Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade.
Eurostat
"your key to European statistics"
Export.gov - Market Intelligence
The U.S. Commercial Service Market Research Library containing industry and country specific reports including Country Commercial Guides for doing business in different countries.
FITA Country Profiles
Federation of International Trade Associations (FITA) offers links to resources for most countries in the world as well as more than 80 country profiles developed by Export Enterprises, of Paris, France.
Forum for International Trade Training
Forum for International Trade Training - the accreditation body for Canadian Certified International Trade Professionals:
globalEDGE - Your Source for Global Business Knowledge
International Business Center at Michigan State University provides this web-portal for resources on global business activities.
IQS Directory
An online business and manufacturers directory which presents the OEM manufacturing marketplace in the US and Canada into 180 industry categories each having hundreds of manufacturers.
Marketline (requires NC login)
MarketLine draws on primary and secondary research to profile all major companies, industries and countries. Search for "country analysis report" for socio-economic background.
Metropolis
Metropolis, World Association of the Major Metropolises, is the leading international organization that gathers cities and metropolitan regions with more than a million inhabitants.
OECD iLibrary: Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development
Currently NC Libraries does not subscribe to all OECD iLibrary content, however many content areas are freely available to any site visitor, such as the OECD Factbook, Working Papers, OECD Key Tables, and more.
OECD Statistics (GDP, unemployment, income, population, labour, education, trade, finance, prices,health,debt...)
OECD.Stat includes data and metadata for OECD countries and selected non-member economies. Only core data available free without subscription.
Open Data - Government of Canada
"Search open data that is relevant to Canadians, learn how to work with datasets, and see what people have done with open data across the country." (from Open Data page description)
Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development
Information on OECD member countries by country and topic.
Statistics Canada - by Subject
Browse by Subject or search by keyword using the search box.
UN Comtrade Database
Free access to detailed global trade data. UN Comtrade is a repository of official international trade statistics and relevant analytical tables.
UNData
A portal that searches 35 databases from UN affiliated organizations - on Crime, Education, Energy, Environment, Finance, Food/Agriculture, Gender, Health, HIV/Aids, Human Development, Industry, IT, Labour, Population, Refugees, Tourism, Trade
United Nations Detailed Monthly Trade Statistics
Sign up now for free access to the UN Monthly Comtrade database, or log in below with your e-mail address. Anyone can register to access the data. If you forgot your passsword, click here.
USA.Gov
US Government Portal
World Bank - Women, Business and the Law
presents indicators based on laws and regulations affecting women’s prospects as entrepreneurs and employees.
World Bank Topics
World Bank overviews of over 200 countries by topic.
WTO | Economic research and analysis gateway - WTO Annual Report
The WTO Annual Report provides a comprehensive overview of WTO activities over the past year and includes information on the WTO's budget and staffing.

Country Info Websites (recommended by NC Profs)

BBC NEWS | Country Profiles
Guides to history, politics and economic background of countries and territories, with video clips from BBC archives.
CIA - The World Factbook
Information on the history, people, government, economy, geography, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues for 267 world entities.
Country and sector information for international business
Research current business opportunities in specific countries, or browse by sector to find new markets and growth possibilities.
Economist Intelligence Unit
Country Profiles from the Economist Intelligence Unit provided through ncLibraries' database collection.
Heritage Foundation - Freedom Index
The Heritage Foundation in Washington, DC, publishes a “Freedom Index” each year. It compares different countries with respect to Rule of Law, Government Size, Regulatory Efficiency, and Open Markets.
If It Were My Home
The lottery of birth is responsible for much of who we are. If you were not born in the country you were, what would your life be like?
Metropolis
Metropolis, World Association of the Major Metropolises, is the leading international organization that gathers cities and metropolitan regions with more than a million inhabitants.
MyLifeElsewhere
MyLifeElsewhere is a collaborative community that allows you to compare the country you live in with other countries around the world.
OECD iLibrary: Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development
Currently NC Libraries does not subscribe to all OECD iLibrary content, however many content areas are freely available to any site visitor, such as the OECD Factbook, Working Papers, OECD Key Tables, and more.
PEW Research Centre - Global Attitudes & Trends
Global Indicators, datasets, expert opinions and publications
Reporters Without Borders
Check out their World Press Freedom Index
Travel advice and advisories by destination
The Government of Canada’s official source of travel information and advice.
World Bank - Women, Business and the Law
presents indicators based on laws and regulations affecting women’s prospects as entrepreneurs and employees.
World Bank Topics
World Bank overviews of over 200 countries by topic.
World Newspapers and Magazines
World newspapers in English, by country, for current events in those countries
PressReader
Online access for NC users to newspapers and magazines from over 100 countries in over 60 languages.

Canadian Government Trade sites

Canada Business Network - Market Research and Statistics
The Market Research section of the Canada Business Network pages
Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME)
A source for Canadian industry perspective on international trade, with many resources and networking opportunities.
Canada Tariff Finder
EDC and BDC are reputable agencies that help with import/export business.
Chapter-by-Chapter Customs Tariff – T2022
Canadian Customs Tariffs from the Canada Border Services Agency
Country Info - Export Development Canada (EDC)
Our regional representatives, located around the world, have developed strategic relationships with major customers in key sectors as well as an extensive network of local contacts in each regional market. Select a country or region and see how we can support your business
Doing Business Abroad - Canadian Trade Commissioner Service
Market reports, funding opportunities and other resources from the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade.
Industry Canada Site - International Profile
Industry Canada’s International Business Information
Statistics Canada Data
Statistics Canada Data provides access to a large range of the latest socioeconomic statistics on Canada.
Weekly Commentary - Export Development Canada
Weekly Commentary from Chief Economist of Export Development Canada
Canadian Importers Database
The Canadian Importers Database provides summary reports and lists of companies importing goods into Canada.

International Logistics

azfreight.com
a good database for Freight Forwarders and International Air Cargo
The Canadian Society of Customs Brokers
Advocates for Canadian Customs Brokers for government policy and procedures, as well as education and professional development.
The Canadian Trucking Alliance
A federation of Provincial Trucking Associations.
By Chapter of HTS :2012-05-28 - Revision 2, Official Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States Annotated
Chapter-by-Chapter Customs Tariff – T2020
CIFFA.com: Canadian International Freight Forwarders Association - Members - Members Directory
Canadian International Freight Forwarders Association - list of member companies
The Freight Management Association of Canada
Advocates for freight transportation issues by all modes.
Freightnet - Freight forwarders directory and online freight quotes
International Freight Forwarders by continent and country
Incoterms 2020 Explained | What are Incoterms? | Mantissa e-Learning
National Industry Associations
An excellent reference source for Industry Associations, and more importantly, a great resource to help launch your career.
The Shipping Federation of Canada
Representing owners, operators, and agents of ships involved in Canada’s world trade.
The Women’s Trucking Federation of Canada
A network to empower and shift attitudes about women in the transportation industry.
UK Trade Tariff | Home

International Business

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