Zoos, Aquariums, and Botanical Gardens

Museums, Zoos, and Parks
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Profiles cover key aspects of an industry's size, scope, and operations, recent news and developments, industry trends, risks, and opportunities, and include a five-year industry forecast. Profiles are updated quarterly and include:


Association of Zoos and Aquariums
Connect Magazine
http://www.aza.org/azapublications/
News and information for zoological parks, aquariums, and related organizations. Selected articles from current issue and archives are free online.

Botanic Gardens Conservation International
Botanic Garden Information
http://www.bgci.org/resources/information/
Overview of botanic gardens with additional references for more information. Available free online.

Zoos and Aquariums
http://www.ibisworld.com
Reports provide in-depth industry analysis and a five-year industry growth forecast, with special focus on the underlying structure and external forces and relationships that affect an industry and its performance. Report sections include:


Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor
Occupational Outlook Handbook - Animal Care and Service Workers
http://www.bls.gov/animal-care-and-service-workers.htm
Information provided includes a description of the nature of the work, number and types of jobs, education and training, wages and earnings, employment outlook, and sources for additional information. All information is available free online.

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Industry Market Analysis Reports
Zoos, Aquariums, and Botanical Gardens
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Industry statistics for zoos, aquariums, and botanical gardens include industry sales and sales trends, market size and market share by sales class, average company sales and sales per employee, staffing and employment trends, business start up activity and failure rates, and other business statistics on a national, state, and metropolitan area level. Sample market analysis reports can be viewed free online.

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Industry Financial Ratios
Zoos, Aquariums, and Botanical Gardens
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Five-year comparative financial statement analysis includes income statements with expense detail, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and key business and financial ratios for zoos, aquariums, and botanical gardens. Reports are available by sales size range, and also in small business, sole proprietor, and business start up versions. Sample financial reports with detailed financial ratio analysis can be viewed free online.

International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions
Zoo and Aquarium Visitor Services Survey
http://www.iaapa.org/
Select "Education & Training - Bookstore - Industry Research"
Survey provides benchmarking information for visitor-generated revenue sources and other relevant data including admissions, parking, food and beverage services, merchandising, rides, and rentals.

American Public Gardens Association
Medium and Small Garden Benchmarking Study
http://www.publicgardens.org/  Select "Member Resources - Publications"
Survey includes information on organization structure, visitation, membership, facilities, staffing, revenues and expenses, and other financial measures.


American Zoo and Aquarium Association
Careers in Zoos and Aquariums
http://www.aza.org/careers-zoos-aquariums/
Careers section includes information on job requirements, types of positions, and salaries. Available free online.

American Public Gardens Association
Compensation and Benefits Study
http://www.publicgardens.org/  Select "Member Resources - Publications"
Study provides compensation and benefits information for botanical garden personnel in the U.S. and Canada, with data reported by type of organization, size, region, and location.

Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor
Occupational Outlook Handbook - Animal Care and Service Workers
http://www.bls.gov/animal-care-and-service-workers.htm
Information provided includes a description of the nature of the work, number and types of jobs, education and training, wages and earnings, employment outlook, and sources for additional information. All information is available free online.




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