> Return to the #77 Newsletter The IESE Library now has access to PsycARTICLES, from the American Psychological Association (APA). PsycARTICLES is a renowned source of full text, peer-reviewed scholarly and scientific articles in psychology. It contains articles from journals published by the American Psychological Association (APA), its imprint the Educational Publishing Foundation (EPF), and allied organizations such as the Canadian Psychological Association and the Hogrefe Publishing Group. It includes all journal…
#77 October 2018
Academy of Achievement
> Return to the #77 Newsletter This is a great site for anyone looking for good news and inspiration. The Academy of Achievement records the accomplishments of extraordinary leaders and visionaries who have helped shape our world. They include remarkable people from the arts, public service, sports, business, science and exploration, all guided by the principles of passion, vision, preparation, courage, perseverance and integrity. The gallery features audio and video clips as well…
Looking for Family Business?
> Return to the #77 Newsletter Need to identify family-owned companies? Use Orbis or Sabi databases. Both contain detailed information regarding company shareholders. To create a list of family businesses go to either Orbis or Sabi. The main difference between the two databases is that ORBIS covers very large international companies while SABI focuses on companies located in Spain. Click on “Ownership data” on the Home page and select the following criteria: “Companies owned by a…
Corporate Finance and Economies of Agglomeration
> Return to the #77 Newsletter The idea of agglomeration which is becoming very important to public policy and business owners, is the main focus of Mahsa Memarian’s recently defended dissertation, “Essays on Corporate Finance and Economies of Agglomeration”. The author identifies the important effects of urban agglomeration and geographical characteristics of the firms’ locations on their economic activities, financial performance and corporate decisions. The dissertation is based on a theoretical perspective…
Company research
> Return to the #77 Newsletter Executives, job-seekers and researchers often need quick access to trusted and up-to-date information about firms. Whether you want to ace a job interview, build a list of prospective customers or study a company’s investment performance, company databases offer a world of valuable data, insights and reports. By using powerful financial software, screening tools or just browsing the latest research analysts’ reports, you can weigh up a…