FINAN 6310 - Advanced Venture Capital

This is a case study discussion class. We will explore different strategies of valuation analysis as it pertains to investing in growth stage companies. Emphasis will be put on comparative company and industry analysis. The class will also deal with financial risk analysis of making an investment. We will spend part of the term dealing with real companies seeking the optimal methods of capitalizing and recapitalizing their companies. Further analysis of the interaction legal and financial structures will be dealt with as well.