X255: Business Culture in Greece

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Country Research

Country Report: Greece From the Economist Intelligence Unit. Greek Parliament Web site The main page is in English Doing Business Produced by the World Bank, this database provides information on business regulations and their enforcement in many countries. Look at the "Economy Profile" Doing Business in Greece By the U.S. Commercial Service, this report discusses the political and economic environment. Europa World Plus This database has a nice history section on each country.  Also this history of politics in Greece in the 20th century.  Hellenic Statistical Authority ELSTAT is a member of the Greek Statistical System (GSS) and its mission is to produce, on a regular basis, official statistics as well as to carry out scientific researches and conduct studies.

Research: Companies and Industries

Amadeus           Video This is a database of European companies. Watch the video to see how to extract a company report and also a list of peer companies.  Passport GMID: Global Market Information Database          Video Search for information about the travel industry in Greece and other European markets. RDS Business Suite Trade Journals! Find articles on all relevant topics here. European Tourism 2012 A report by the European Travel Commission

Find Consumer Profile Information

Mintel Reports          Video Source of market research; The first time you use Mintel you will have to create a profile.  Use an indiana.edu email and create a password, different from your IU password. Look under "Travel" for country specific reports (Greece, France, Germany, U.S. Outbound, etc.) Under "Lifestyles" find market research on different consumer groups.  MarketResearch.com There is a report that might be useful here called "The Affluent Consumer Market".

News

Ekathimerini Kathimerini English Edition is a daily newspaper published in Athens and provides readers with a comprehensive summary of the main political, business, social and cultural news in Greece and Southeastern Europe. Factiva  Thousands of news sources, large European focus.

 

 

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