Month: March 2014

DataStream Online Booking

E-Resources
(Mar 2014/Issue 25)
The Library provides access to DataStream on a standalone workstation situated in the computer cluster on the G/F of the library. Booking on the workstation is now available through the Campus Room Booking System.
Scroll down to DataStream under Database A-Z list, and click [Book a session].

About DataStream

DataStream is a global financial and macroeconomic database that provides current and historical time series online data on finance such as stocks, indices, bonds, unit trusts, derivatives and economic indicators. You can also access the I/B/E/S and Worldscope datasets via DataStream.

DataStream Live Training in April

DataStream offers webinar training throughout the year. Topics include:
  • DataStream in Excel – Getting Started
  • Focus On: IBES on Datastream
Register a session HERE.

DataStream Online Videos

Click the  icon under Guide to view online videos on the following topics:

  • Working with Different Chart Types
  • Working in MS Office
  • Analytics and Tools
  • Tips, Tricks and Ideas

DataStream Certification – Increase your Competitiveness
DataStream Certification is offered free of charge by Thomson Reuters for demonstrating your competency in using DataStream.
Three steps to obtain the certification:

  1. View training modules
  2. Request an exam token
  3. Take the online test (consist of 30 multiple choice questions)

Equip yourself for your future job hunting with this additional skill. Find out more by clicking Thomson Reuters Product Certification.

For enquiries, please email library@hsmc.edu.hk or contact General Enquiry Hotline at 3963-5310 during Library Opening Hours.

Invitation to Visit the Exhibition: “書道與文化”– 陳瑞庚教授書法展

Library Events
(Mar 2014/Issue 25)
To promote Chinese language and culture, the Institute of Chinese Language and Culture (ICLC) has held a Chinese calligraphy exhibition, themed “書道與文化”– 陳瑞庚教授書法展 , till 28 March 2014 (10:30 am – 6:00 pm) on the 2/F of the Library. The exhibition showcases thirteen inspiring Chinese calligraphic works of Professor Chen Ruigeng, which was written in the seminar “書道與文化” held by ICLC on 10 March 2014.

 

Do come and appreciate the hand-written works of Professor Chen.

Library Information Skills Workshops (March, AY 13 – 14)

User Education
(Mar 2014/Issue 24)

Training Session on Westlaw Hong Kong

Useful to those who need resources related to Hong Kong Business Law for their assignment

Description: This session covers the search interface on Westlaw HK, with a focus on HK business law, contract law and tort law with real-life business situations. Hands-on practice is available

Date & Time:  17 March (Mon), 2:00 – 3:00 pm
Venue: Library E-Learning Classroom (A114)

Click HERE to register. Registration is on a first come, first served basis.

Regular Workshop: Finding Full-text Journal Articles

Description: This workshop introduces you to locate full-text articles and other e-resources on SearchPlus as well as databases such as EBSCOhost and Emerald. Hands-on practice is available

Date & Time:  18 Mar (Tue) 2:00 – 3:15 pm
Venue: Library E-Learning Classroom (A114)

Click HERE to register. Registration is on a first come, first served basis.

Regular Workshop: Using RefWorks – Your Referencing Buddy
Description: You will learn how to use RefWorks to create build your bibliography or reference list in different citation styles (APA, MLA, Chicago, Harvard Style, etc.) and to insert them in your assignment in minutes. Hands-on practice is available

Date & Time:  19 Mar (Wed) 3:00 – 4:30 pm
Venue: Library E-Learning Classroom (A114)

Click HERE to register. Registration is on a first come, first served basis.

ECA hours counted for joining Regular Workshop.

A Running Start to Your Search: E-Resources by Subjects

E-Resources
(Mar 2014/Issue 24)

Want to know the key databases on your subject?/b>

The Library has updated its list of E-Resources by Subjects. The new list will be more comprehensive with a wider range of subject area of your choice. Online “Info.” and “Guide” are also available.

Go to the Library website, select “Collections” and then click “By Subjects” under “E-Resources”. Choose a subject area and you will find a list of key databases relevant to your subject at a glance.

Access Resources beyond HSMC Library for Final Year Degree Students

Facilities and Services
(Mar 2014/Issue 24)
Good news for final year degree students
The Library is pleased to announce thatall final year degree students are eligible to borrow the Reader’s Cards of CUHK and Hong Kong Shue Yan University Libraries, upon presenting of valid HSMC student cards.

The reader’s cards allow students to access to the CUHK and Shue Yan University Libraries, use their library resources including printed and some electronic resources, as well as facilities and reference services in the Libraries.

For detailed information please visit our Library website https://library.hsu.edu.hk/?page_id=1762