This module materials presents to students the basic funding sources, commercialization methods, introduces different investors such as venture capital funds, business angels, entrepreneurs, banks and other. Also, students will be introduced to the classification of young companies (start-ups), their success stories. The course incorporates practical techniques to evaluate and present the idea, project or business for the investor. Study subject also includes review of commercialization methods of business (idea), understanding the entrepreneurship, and helps to strengthen abilities of idea presentation for investor, introduce successful presentation techniques.
Learning Objectives:
To learn about possible funding sources and opportunities
To introduce to the basic concepts of financial planning, financial strategy, and investment
To learn how to prepare the business plan