Company: Business Education
Biz/ed is based at Bristol University and is a dedicated business economics information gateway for students, teachers and lecturers. Sections include Company Facts where top companies answer questions and offer case studies to help students with their coursework. BP and Unilever have provided material and Virgin Atlantic and the Meat and Livestock Commission have also promised to join the scheme. Another feature of the website is Extel Data where students can look at key features of the accounts of 500 major companies. These companies can be compared by using the Company Report Profiler. This excellent site also has a Tutor Support area where teachers can obtain classroom support materials to help them use business information on the Internet.
[http://www.bized.ac.uk/]
Company: Virtual Economy
Biz/Ed and the Institute of Fiscal Studies in the UK have produced this site which has sophisticated computer models based round number 11 Downing Street. You will find advice, explanations, worksheets, help with economic theory and more.
[http://www.bized.ac.uk/]
Company: UK Online
It is a drive to ensure that everyone in the UK who wants it will have access to the Internet, and to make the UK one of the world's leading knowledge economies.
[http://www.ukonline.gov.uk/]
Company: Information Technology
The Computer Information Center (CompInfo) is the definitive reference site for IT/IS users and buyers, with links to hardware and software companies, industry organisations and user groups, technology information sources, online support and up-to-date news.
[http://www.compinfo.co.uk/]
Company: Companies House
Find out about the people behind the companies. An unblemished track record is a good sign that a company is all above board, whereas a name on a disqualified directors register is an obvious warning sign.
[http://www.companies-house.gov.uk/]
