Special Topics (395-0-4)
Topic
Strategies for Financing New Ventures
Instructors
Leonard E Lee
Meeting Info
TBA: Thurs 2:00PM - 4:50PM
Overview of class
This survey-style course introduces students to some of the most common ways that entrepreneurs secure funding for new ventures. Students will be exposed to a variety of funding strategies and approaches, including venture capital, crowdfunding, and bootstrapping, and will also learn about the history of Silicon Valley's unique investment landscape. Course readings and discussions will be supplemented with guest talks from investors and founders, as well as field trips to relevant sites in the Bay Area. This course is taught at 44 Montgomery in San Francisco as a part of the Farley Bay Area Quarter program and is only available to students admitted to the Farley BAQ program.
Class Materials (Required)
Most materials will be on Canvas or through Course Reserves. Student may have to purchase materials, but that has not been determined.