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ENT210Management Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Start-Up Funding in Entrepreneurship

This course on Start-up Funding in Entrepreneurship is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for securing funding for new ventures. It covers essential topics such as business feasibility reports, business plan writing, and financial projections. Students will learn to identify funding sources, prepare viable feasibility reports, and develop effective marketing strategies. The course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of start-up funding challenges and prospects, enabling students to write bankable business plans and access needed capital.

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156h

Study Time

13

Weeks

12h

Per Week

basic

Math Level

Course Keywords

Start-up FundingBusiness PlanFeasibility ReportFinancial ProjectionsEntrepreneurship

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level

Builds on foundational knowledge

65%

intermediate

➕

Math Level

Basic Math

🔬

Learning Type

Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Start-up Funding

2

Business Plan Writing

3

Feasibility Report Writing

4

Financial Projections

5

Marketing Strategy

6

SWOT Analysis

Total Topics6 topics

Requirements

Knowledge and skills recommended for success

Basic understanding of business principles

Familiarity with financial concepts

💡 Don't have all requirements? Don't worry! Many students successfully complete this course with basic preparation and dedication.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Entrepreneur

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Business Analyst

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Project Manager

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Business Development Manager

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Financial Analyst

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)Technology Start-upsRetail BusinessesManufacturingService Industries

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week

1

Module 1: Start-up Funding in Entrepreneurship

4h

Unit 1: Introduction to Start-up Funding

2 study hours

•Define start-up funding and its importance.
•Differentiate between bootstrapping and external funding.
•Discuss the role of investors.

Unit 2: Forms of Start-up Funding

2 study hours

•Identify and explain equity investment.
•Describe debt investment and its implications.
•Analyze royalty-based and convertible investments.

Week

2

Module 1: Start-up Funding in Entrepreneurship

4h

Unit 3: Sources of Funding Available to Start-ups.

2 study hours

•Explore bootstrapping as a funding source.
•Evaluate crowdfunding platforms and strategies.
•Assess government programs and debt investors.

Unit 4: The process of start-up funding

2 study hours

•Outline the steps in the start-up funding process.
•Discuss the importance of a viable product.
•Explain how to demonstrate proof of concept.

Week

3

Module 2: Introduction to business plan writing

4h

Unit 1: Overview of Business Plan Writing

2 study hours

•Define a business plan and its purpose.
•Discuss the importance of a business plan for start-ups.
•Outline the key components of a business plan.

Unit 2: Executive Summary

2 study hours

•Explain the purpose of an executive summary.
•Identify the key components of an effective executive summary.
•Practice writing a concise and compelling executive summary.

Week

4

Module 2: Introduction to business plan writing

3h

Unit 3: Business vision, mission, objectives and SWOT Analysis

3 study hours

•Define business vision, mission, and objectives.
•Explain the importance of SWOT analysis.
•Conduct a SWOT analysis for a sample business.

Week

5

Module 3: Techniques in Business Plan Writing

3h

Unit 1: Material Cost Analysis and Labour Cost Analysis

3 study hours

•Analyze material costs in a business plan.
•Analyze labor costs in a business plan.
•Calculate total production costs.

Week

6

Module 3: Techniques in Business Plan Writing

3h

Unit 2: Financial Projection

3 study hours

•Create financial projections for a business plan.
•Develop income statements, cash flow projections, and balance sheets.
•Use financial projections to assess business viability.

Week

7

Module 4: Feasibility Study

3h

Unit 1: Overview of Feasibility Study

3 study hours

•Define feasibility study and its purpose.
•Discuss the benefits of conducting a feasibility study.
•Outline the steps involved in conducting a feasibility study.

Week

8

Module 1: Start-up Funding in Entrepreneurship

3h

Unit 1: Overview

3 study hours

•Review the concept and importance of start-up funding.
•Discuss the various sources of funding available.
•Practice writing a compelling funding proposal.

Week

9

Module 2: Introduction to business plan writing

3h

Unit1: Overview of business plan writing

3 study hours

•Review the key components of a business plan.
•Practice writing an executive summary.
•Conduct a SWOT analysis for a business idea.

Week

10

Module 3: Techniques in Business Plan Writing

3h

Unit 1: Material Cost Analysis and Labour Cost Analysis

3 study hours

•Review techniques for material and labor cost analysis.
•Practice calculating financial projections.
•Discuss the importance of financial planning.

Week

11

Module 4: Feasibility Study

3h

Unit 1: Overview of Feasibility Study

3 study hours

•Review the components of a feasibility study.
•Practice conducting a feasibility analysis for a business idea.
•Discuss the benefits of feasibility studies.

Week

12

Module 2: Introduction to business plan writing

4h

Assignment 1: Business Plan Writing

4 study hours

•Complete assignment on writing a business plan.
•Prepare for tutor-marked assignments.
•Review key concepts from Modules 1 and 2.

Week

13

Module 4: Feasibility Study

4h

Assignment 2: Feasibility Study

4 study hours

•Complete assignment on conducting a feasibility study.
•Prepare for final examination.
•Review key concepts from Modules 3 and 4.

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create concept maps linking start-up funding sources to business plan components.

2

Practice writing executive summaries for different business scenarios.

3

Conduct SWOT analyses for various industries and business models.

4

Review financial projection techniques and practice calculating key metrics.

5

Focus on understanding the components of a feasibility study and their practical application.

6

Use case studies to analyze real-world start-up funding challenges and solutions.

7

Practice time management during mock exams to improve speed and accuracy.

8

Review all tutor-marked assignments and feedback to identify areas for improvement.

9

Create flashcards for key terms and definitions related to start-up funding and business planning.

10

Form study groups to discuss challenging concepts and share insights.

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