Associations can be a great source of free information on industries. In addition to what is available on the website, you can contact them using your SMU email address and let them know you are working on a class project. You may also want to reach out to a local chapter for personalized assistance. Each of these databases includes a list of appropriate associations for the industry.
U.S. business-to-consumer market research & psychographics
International business intelligence on industries, countries, & consumers
Venture capital, private equity and M&A data. Downloads limited to 10 records per day/25 records per month. Record typically defined as a single row of data in a spreadsheet.
U.S. business-to-consumer market research & psychographics
Statistics & studies gathered by market researchers, trade organizations, scientific publications, etc
To create a business plan you will need to include data on the industry, competitors and potential customers. This research guide will direct you toward potential sources to ensure success.
The Business Plan Template is used for the Big iDeas Business Plan Competition and some classes.
The one-hour, hands on Demographic & Consumer Research workshop focuses on resources that provide demographic and psychographic data.
Need a different time? If you have a group of 4 or more, we can add a session for you. Request a workshop.