Venture Capital school training courses in Durham, NC (public, in-house or online)

This course provides a focus on the financial issues and needs confronting entrepreneurs attempting to grow their businesses by attracting startup and growth capital. Topics include sources of funding including: angel investors, venture capital, IPO’s, private placement, banks, suppliers, buyers, partners, and the government. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of how to effectively finance a business venture.

The courses required for a successful career in venture capital and real estate are similar to those required in investment banking, except we also recommend getting hands on involvement with entrepreneurs, as provided in the Entrepreneurship course or the Mentored Study program. This sector has shown enormous growth in the last ten years with a significant number of students opting for this career.

Strongly recommended electives:

FINANCE 356 - Entrepreneurial Finance
FINANCE 4...

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Examines the strategic and financial issues facing start-ups and venture capital investments. This course examines the entrepreneurial process, focusing on financing - how new ventures are funded, applying the perspective of both the venture seeking financing and investors considering how to identify and manage good opportunities. Topics covered include the history and current direction of the venture capital industry; alternative financing sources, notably venture capital and angel investors; b...

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This course examines the growth of the venture capital market and provides students with an understanding of the advantages and risks associated with venture capital financing. Both start-up and growth needs are explored. The course focuses on the more practical aspects of structuring transactions that add value for the firm, owners, and financial backers.

While there are many different sources of capital for young businesses, venture capital has grown as a viable option for many entrepreneurs. This online self-study module discusses the nature of the venture capital industry, outlining how it is structured and which types of businesses it funds. Additionally, this module discusses the essential elements for striking agreements with a venture capital firm.