ENT20008 · Swinburne University of Technology
New Venture Funding
- Credit points
- 12.5
- Level
- 2
- Workload
- ≈ 13 h / week
- Faculty
- Business
What it covers
Even the most ingenious ideas need finance to bring them to life. This unit will demystify how to secure backing for new business ventures. Students will identify their specific financial needs and find relevant funding sources. They will become familiar with the world of angel investors, investment managers, and venture capitalists, and learn how to gain their support. Leading investors and entrepreneurs will share their experiences in industry and provide feedback. Students will build the confidence and tools they need to turn their vision into a commercial reality.
Assessment
| Task | Type | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Quizzes | Individual | 30% |
| Report | Individual | 40% |
| Report and Presentation | Group | 60% |
When and where
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | Hawthorn | On campus |
| Semester 1 | Hawthorn | On campus |