ENTR 6910 3.00

This course is primarily geared to students interested in working in venture capital or other private equity organizations at some point in the their careers. It is also valuable for those who intend to work alongside venture capitalists as managers of firms being financed by such investors and for students interested in applying aspects of private equity investing to established organizations. The course is divided into four modules focusing on the venture capital cycle including fundraising, investing, and exiting. In the final module the course explores new frontiers in venture capital including corporate venturing. Throughout the course we touch on career issues with respect to private equity.

Prerequisites: ACTG 5210 1.50 Management Accounting or FINE 5200 3.00 Managerial Finance.