
Database searching in business and society
The main databases used in systematic reviewing are:
Database | Theasaurus used |
FAME (Financial Analysis Made Easy) | FAME |
Global Market Information Database | GMID |
HeinOnline | Hein |
Key note | Key note |
Lexis Library | Lexis |
MINTEL | MINTEL |
Proquest Central (includes Cambridge Scientific Abstracts) | Proquest |
PsycInfo (part of Proquest) | PSycINFO |
Web of Knowledge (Social science citation index) | KeyWords Plus |
Westlaw | Westlaw |
If you are following a set search protocol, it may specify which databases you should search. There are many more databases available, you can consult our A-Z listing or the subject guide for your area. If you are still unsure, consult your librarian. Links to help sheets are available on our A-Z database list.