Text: Entrepreneurial Finance, Ch. 8

#1 What does valuation mean in reference to a firm. What is the process to determine valuation of a firm-start up, small, larger firm. Is there a difference?

#2 The nuances of the concept of "value."

#3 The valuation process.

#4 The process to complete a valuation.

Text: Entrepreneurial Finance, Ch. 9

#5 What are the sources of capital for a firm? Define capital structure. Differentiate between debt and equity funding. Is there an optimal capital structure?

#6 The difference between debt and equity funding.

#7 Methods to identify the different financing stages of a venture.

#8 Methods to understand the various sources of capital, including debt and equity financing.

#9 Methods to develop a general understanding of the laws and regulations governing raising private capital.