49-851 Financial Fundamentals for New Ventures

6 units, Carnegie Mellon University

This course will aid high tech teams in their financing decisions for startup considerations and entrepreneurial management. The course will review the basics of financials such as the balance sheet, the PL and a cash flow statement. It will then address the creation of pro forma financials to support financing for new business ventures. This will include the development of business management understanding, the relationship between venture finance and business risk evaluation, and the process of valuing of the opportunity. Teams will create a venture pitch for their startup. Priority registration will be given to Technology Ventures MSTV students.

Prerequisites: none listed

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