Business Management

This information is intended for those looking to start a Rhode Island business or keep their existing business in good standing.

The Rhode Island Commerce Corporation works with public, private and nonprofit partners to create the conditions for businesses in all sectors to thrive and promote the state’s long-term economic health.

Small business grants for business owners to start and grow their ventures.

The HUB offers a wide range of resources and services to help entrepreneurs start and grow successful businesses. Services are free to all qualified small businesses in Rhode Island.

The SAM Advanced Management Journal publishes original, research-based articles, review articles, and case study articles that are of significant value, interest, and concern to general managers.
Full text of articles can be accessed via EBSCOhost

SEG provides support and networks for entrepreneurs and businesses committed to positive societal and economic change.

The Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training provides workforce development, workforce security, and workforce protection to the state’s workers, employers and citizens.

Federal agency dedicated to small business and provides counseling, capital, and contracting expertise.

A collection of Ivey cases available free of charge.

Some of the case studies in this collection highlight the decision-making process in a business or management setting. Other cases are descriptive or demonstrative in nature, showcasing something that has happened or is happening in a particular business or management environment.

A collection of award-winning cases on social entrepreneurship and sustainability written by Portland State University faculty, staff, and students. Many of these cases are available to use for free in educational settings.

The Case Bank is an online library of business cases focused on principle-based ethics.

The JBCS welcomes business case studies that will be of assistance to business education professionals. This journal publishes papers that significantly contribute to the understanding of teaching business courses using case studies.