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MGT 210: Business Writing

Business Sources

Academic Journals

  • Peer reviewed
  • Original research presented by scholars and researchers.
  • Formal and technical language
  • Always includes references

Business News

  • Edited
  • Journalists to report current business information.
  • News type language with some technical terms.
  • Will attribute sources within text of article.

Professional & Trade Magazines

  • Edited
  • Written by business professionals.
  • Business and industry specific language.
  • Lists sources when used.

Library Resources

The SU Library provides all types of business information sources.  It is good to take some time to learn about how the different databases work so you know what to expect when you need to use one for an assignment.

US Government Information

Pew Research Center

The Pew Research Center is an independent organization focused on tracking the attitudes and behaviors of Americans.  They do research on many facets of American life and have a long standing study on the internet in American life.  This can be very useful in understanding attitudes about social media and how Americans use social media. 

Pew Research Center Internet & Technology