Program Overview

Entrepreneurial Finance

Course Description

The Entrepreneurial Finance Course is designed to provide a deep understanding of the intricate financial landscape that entrepreneurs encounter when launching startups and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This module will equip students with the knowledge and tools to navigate these challenges effectively.

Learning Outcomes:

• Comprehend Funding Landscape: Develop a deep understanding of the diverse funding options available to entrepreneurs and SMEs.
• Evaluate Financing Pros and Cons: Critically analyze the advantages and disadvantages of different funding sources.
• Navigate Venture Capital and Angel Investment: Gain insights into the role of venture capitalists and angel investors in the funding ecosystem.
• Appreciate Private Equity’s Impact: Recognize the significance of private equity firms in scaling and expanding established businesses.
• Craft Compelling Funding Strategies: Learn to tailor funding strategies to align with business attributes.
• Access Funding Successfully: Acquire practical skills in creating persuasive pitches and developing solid business plans.

Course Features

• Level: Master
• Duration: 18 hours
• Language: English
• Semester: Fall
• Study Mode: On-campus

Assessment

• Project-Based Learning Methodology: ESEI employs a project-based learning and assessment methodology across all modules.
• The Advantages of Project-Based Learning: The primary advantage of this method is that by the time students graduate, they will have compiled a portfolio of work.
• Project Format and Teacher Involvement: Project formats vary and are at the discretion of the instructor.
• Assessment Criteria:
  • GROUP Project Submission (40%)
  • INDIVIDUAL Project Submission (20%)
  • GROUP Presentation of the Project and Q&A (20%)
  • Class Participation (20%)

Faculty

Denis Boevskiy

• Current Position: Professor of Innovation, Finance, and Entrepreneurship
• Core Expertise: Innovation, Finance, and Entrepreneurship
• Teaching Specialties: Innovation, Financial Strategy, and Entrepreneurial Leadership
• Impact on Students: Denis inspires a generation of entrepreneurs and business leaders to think critically and act strategically.

Reviews

• 4/5
• Student Testimonials:
  • Very important topics covered.
  • Very good overview during every class of what to expect.
  • Very informative module.
  • Finance is a difficult topic for many, but this module was managed very well.