Workshops and drop-ins
We provide workshops and drop-ins in the specialist areas of Referencing, Business Data, Advanced searching and Systematic reviews.
Members of staff can request sessions to be delivered within the curriculum by completing this online form.
We can also arrange group sessions for postgraduate students and researchers, tailored to support you and your colleagues. Contact us at uml.teachingandlearning@manchester.ac.uk to discuss options.
Introduction to LSEG Workspace (online)
LSEG Refinitiv Workspace (Workspace) is a powerful financial database that provides access to company and economic data, news and much more. In this online workshop, you will learn how to access and navigate Workspace using the search function, apply filters to screen for lists of companies and save them to your watchlists, as well as access further training and support through both LSEG and the Library
Booking on
Due to popularity, booking onto the event is essential to ensure a place. Please note that you will need to have registered for an LSEG Workspace account 24 hours before the workshop takes place. For more information on how to do this, please visit this FAQ: https://manchester-uk.libanswers.com/teaching-and-learning/faq/268186
Important information on Microsoft Teams:
All University of Manchester students and staff should have access to Microsoft Teams. For information on using Microsoft Teams, please visit the IT Services website:
https://www.itservices.manchester.ac.uk/ourservices/popular/microsoft365/teams/
For general support using Microsoft Teams, please visit the following website:
https://support.microsoft.com/en-gb/office/join-a-meeting-in-microsoft-teams-1613bb53-f3fa-431e-85a
Further support
Can't make this session? Talk to us online via Library Chat now, or send us an email: tls@manchester-uk.libanswers.com.
We are running this event more than once on the following dates and times:
| Thu 12 Mar 2026, 14:00 - 15:00 GMT |   |  | Find out more  |
| Tue 21 Apr 2026, 14:00 - 15:00 BST (GMT+1) | |  | Find out more |
Introduction to Datastream (on campus)
The historical financial database, Datastream, allows you to interpret market trends, economic cycles and the impact of world events. This workshop will introduce you to the basics of Datastream's essential functions, including finding and downloading company fundamental / accounting data and economic indicators
How to book on
Due to popularity, booking onto the event is essential to ensure a place. Please note that you will need to have registered for an LSEG Workspace account 24 hours before the workshop takes place. For more information on how to do this, please visit this FAQ: https://manchester-uk.libanswers.com/teaching-and-learning/faq/268186
Further support
Talk to us online via Library Chat now, or send us an email: tls@manchester-uk.libanswers.com.
Introduction to Bloomberg (on campus)
Provides an introductory guide to the use of Bloomberg. 'Bloomberg Professional' is a company/financial data and news service.
Covers: Bloomberg keyboard, searching, practical session (worksheet), business news and Help features.
Booking on
Due to popularity, booking onto the event is essential to ensure a place.
Further support
Can't make this session? Talk to us online via Library Chat now, or send us an email: tls@manchester-uk.libanswers.com.
We are running this event more than once on the following dates and times:
| Tue 24 Mar 2026, 14:00 - 15:00 GMT | | | Find out more |
| Tue 28 Apr 2026, 14:00 - 15:00 BST (GMT+1) | | | Find out more |