AMER 0142 - American Entrepreneurship

Institution:

Tufts University

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Description:

1. To define and analyze the major elements of American entrepreneurship using several case studies as well as texts. 2. To develop an understanding of how different financing strategies are used to launch and grow an entrepreneurial enterprise. Among the topics that will be covered are: debt and equity financing; venture capital, deal structuring and valuation techniques; exit strategies through initial public offerings, mergers and acquisitions; nonprofit fund raising and financial sustainability strategies. 3. To develop an understanding of how American entrepreneurship is both shaped by and influences American culture and economics. 4. To begin to understand the practice of entrepreneurship by undertaking a team effort to identify an innovative new enterprise and to write a business plan that would attract the interest of potential investors or philanthropic benefactors. This course is offered during the following semesters: Spring Semester

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.tufts.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 628-5000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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