Every day, millions of people buy and sell. The world constantly changes. But how do you keep track of change? You use the right tool: The Bloomberg Terminal.
The Moving Parts
The economy is a system where money flows between:
- Consumers
- Businesses
- Governments
- Global Markets
Following the Money
The Bloomberg Terminal is a computer built to record how money moves.
Think of it as Google for economics, but with features professional investors use:
- Hardware: A computer with a custom keyboard built.
- Software: Tracks global markets 24/7.
Get the Edge in Your Career
Use the Bloomberg Terminal to get a head start on your career:
- Experience: Your time is spent analyzing and making decisions.
- Live Learning: Watch money move in real-time.
- Easy Access: BYU-Idaho has nine terminals waiting for you.
Key Takeaways
The Bloomberg Terminal is a tool that:
- Records how money changes the world.
- Stores information for easy research.
- Trains students for their future careers.
You aren’t just looking at old examples in a book; you’re watching the world change. Move away from hunting data toward solving problems.
Want to try it out? Visit the Financial Lab in the Smith Building or talk to your Faculty Advisor to see how Bloomberg can help your career.
Sources
Wikipedia — An Essay on the Nature and Significance of Economic Science
BYU–Idaho — Accounting (B.S.)
BYU–Idaho Academic Catalog — Accounting Program
Wikipedia — Bloomberg Terminal
Bloomberg Professional Services — Bloomberg Terminal
CFA Institute — CFA Program Curriculum
BYU–Idaho — Department of Accounting
BYU–Idaho — Department of Economics
BYU–Idaho — Department of Finance
BYU–Idaho — Economics Student Resources
BYU–Idaho — Financial Economics (B.S.)
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BYU–Idaho — Grad Planner
Investopedia — What Is a Bloomberg Terminal? Features, Costs & Competitors
BYU–Idaho Learning and Teaching — Bloomberg: A Teaching Innovation
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BYU–Idaho — Finance Student Resources