Module 6 Overview, Objectives, and Outcomes-2

Overview - Chapters 13-14

Included in Module 6 is a focus on financing a startup business, and navigating legal and IP (intellectual property) issues.   During this week you will learn about different ways you can consider obtaining funding for your business, what are the various  forms of legal business entities and what intellectual property is, why it is important, and what o it may play in your business. Be sure to complete all of the required activities, and pay close attention to the due dates. 

Learning Objectives - Chapters 13-14

Successful completion of Module 6 will enable you to:

13.1 Define equity financing for entrepreneurs and outline its main stages.

13.2 Illustrate the basics of business valuation.

13.3 Describe angel investors and how they finance entrepreneurs.

13.4 Explain the role of venture capitalists and how they finance entrepreneurs.

13.5 Describe how investors carry out due diligence processes.

14.1 Discuss how legal considerations can add value to entrepreneurial ventures.

14.2 Explain the most common types of legal structures available to startups.

14.3 Outline the most common legal errors made by startups.

14.4 Define IP and how it affects entrepreneurs.

14.5 Assess the global impact of IP theft.

14.6 Describe the common IP traps experienced by entrepreneurs.

14.7 Explain the legal requirements of hiring employees.

The Module 6 learning objectives are aligned with the following course outcomes:

3, 7, 8,