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Entrepreneurship

This research guide will help you navigate your research of entrepreneurship-related topics.

Topic Development

pick a topic that you care about

Select a topic that meets your instructor's criteria and isn't too big or too small. Look for topics where you can make several points and counterpoints, or rebuttals. Selecting a topic conducive to elaboration will ensure your topic is not to narrow. Conversely, if your topic appears to be too broad, select some key points or events within your topic to focus on. Your topic also needs to be academic enough so that you can demonstrate good research techniques, as well as demonstrate your best writing skills. Lastly, select a topic that you care about. This way you won't get bored with research and your interest in the topic will motivate you to write an outstanding research paper!

Not sure how to get started with selecting a research topic? This video walks you through the basics of selecting a subject of interest to you, and how to utilize library databases to select a topic.

Below are some databases which will provide you with background information on various topics. Utilize the "spider web" feature in Credo or the "related items" feature in ProQuest to assist you in finding the path to a focused, solid topic.

When conducting academic research on hot topics:

  • Choose your sources carefully (avoid misinformation)

  • Understand the author's bias or agenda.

  • Focus on the facts in your argument.

  • Recognize the emotional aspect of discussing controversial topics.

Below are some databases which may give you some ideas for selecting a hot topic.