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CJBS Guide: Different Sources

The CJBS Guide is to help learners of the business school navigate key academic skills and support offered by the Information and Library Services team.

Introduction

There are many different types of source you will encounter on your research journey. But what should you be citing in your assignments? This page breaks down some of the types of sources you will come across and how useful they can be.

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Different Sources Video

Synopsis

Different Sources Key Takeaways:

  • Academic articles are written by experts in the field for scholars and students, follow a standard structure and engage with an academic conversation.
     
  • Business articles are written by practitioners, do not have a set structure and focus on trends, industry news and products.
     
  • Most of the evidence you use in your academic essay should be drawn from academic sources.

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