how to write a business plan

An emba student wanted to know where to find business plan templates or samples. The Virtual International Business & Economic Sources (vibes) website was a starting point. It was also an opportunity to test out their "Ask a Librarian" function which is excellent. I got an immediate response and a great list of very useful sources, including the Australian government website which has information on starting a business. The United States Business Administration also offer their guidelines. The Better Business Bureau's site includes the SBA site and the bplans site. Another suggestion is Proquest5000 database, typing in the search terms 'Guidelines AND Business plans' (being careful to specify these as 'Subject' ). Of course the Frank Lowy Library holds an excellent selection of books on business plans, including The Ernst & Young business plan guide/ Siegel, Eric S. John Wiley & Sons. ISBN: 0471578258. Call No. 658.4012/389