Business Library Research Guides: Kitt Investing and Trading Center: Kitt Investing & Trading Center

Kitt Center Policies and Databases

Kitt Center Policies

Valid SMU ID should be presented for access to the Kitt Investing and Trading Center.
Drinks only allowed in the Center in a container with a cap or lid. No food allowed.
Save your work to an external location, such as cloud storage or USB.
Files left on computer hard drives will be removed.
No tampering and no loading software of any kind on the computers.
Respectful and considerate behavior required at all times; keep voices low and take cell phone calls outside the Center.

Databases you will find in this research guide are listed below. Click the tabs on the left for detailed steps using these databases for specific searches.

Bloomberg
Available from a limited number of dedicated computers in the Business Library.
Use the Excel Add-In to obtain and organize Bloomberg data in spreadsheets. Information about the Bloomberg Certification program. To obtain credit, you must attend a Business Library's Basic Bloomberg workshop and create a personal login prior to starting the Bloomberg Certification modules.

Remote Bloomberg Appointment sign up
Capital IQ
Use the S&P Capital IQ Excel add-in for additional data functionality. Available from a limited number of dedicated computers.
Please LOG OUT after using this database each time. Complete a tutorial to learn how to use this database
FactSet
Apply for required individual account using this form and a business librarian will review your request. Database works best with Chrome.
Use the FactSet Excel add-in for additional data functionality. Available from a limited number of dedicated computers in the Business Library that don't require an individual account. Complete a tutorial to learn how to use this database
IBISWorld
Complete a tutorial to learn how to use this database
Mergent Online
Most data can be exported to Excel. Full company reports and tear sheets are printable in PDF format. Complete a tutorial to learn how to use this database
Morningstar Direct
Allows for 38 simultaneous users. ***NOTE: To access Morningstar Direct off campus, sign in with the username and password found in the Box folder.***

Before logging into desktop Morningstar Direct, open Internet Explorer and leave it running. Use the desktop Morningstar Excel add-in for additional data functionality, which is available from a limited number of dedicated computers within the Business Library. Look for the orange Morningstar Direct icon on the desktop.
NetAdvantage
If NetAdvantage asks for a log in, please clear your history, cache and cookies, or use a different browser to access the database.
PANARAY
Use the O'Neil Excel add-in for additional data functionality. Access from dedicated computers within the Business Library. Look for the green PANARAY icon on the desktop. Within PANARAY, click on the PANARAY home icon in the lower left to find a help tutorial.
Value Line Research Center

Current Credit Classes held in the Kitt Center

Spring 2021 Semester Class Schedule for the KITC…

Undergraduate …

FINA 5332-001H (Asset and Wealth Mgmt.) – R 2:00p to 4:45p (1/25 to 5/03) – Don Shelly

Graduate …

Full Semester

FINA 6430-701 (Asset and Wealth Management) – R 6:30p to 8:00p (1/08 to 4/27) – Don Shelly
FINA 6430-702 (Asset and Wealth Management) – R 8:00p to 9:30p (1/08 to 4/27) – Don Shelly

Database Access

Restricted: Only current SMU students, faculty, & staff. Certificate students and alumni do not have permission to use these resources.

EZ: Off-campus access using 8-digit SMU ID & password. Access these databases - anytime, anywhere.

In Library Only: Accessible only on Business Library computers and are not accessible via wireless connections. A valid SMU ID should be presented to receive a placard that must be displayed while using the computer.

Library Director

Sandy Miller

Subjects:Kitt Investing and Trading Center, Professional MBA Library Orientation

Interested in Financial Certification?

Click on "Bloomberg" to learn more about Bloomberg. Click on "BMC" to learn more about Bloomberg Markets Certification. Click on "FactSet" to learn more about FactSet Certification.

Quick Links

Kitt Center Hours

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Business Library Workshops

Register for and learn more about Business Library workshops, led by Business Library librarians, that focus on the information you will need to successfully complete your research.

Business Library Workshops:

Kitt Investing and Trading Center