This course will review core issues relating to venture capital. The focus of the course will be the financing of the emerging growth company. The course will cover topics relating to venture capital investments in start-up companies, the structure of VC backed companies, the allocation of cash-flow and control rights in these companies, and litigation arising from the unique VC arrangements. Issues relating to the VC fund structure and to intellectual property transactions may also be discussed.
Textbooks ( * denotes required )
Business Planning: Financing the Start-up Business and Venture Capital Financing, Second Edition
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Ganor, Mira 