MKTG 3005 Incubator 6: Funding and Start-up
Credit Points 10
Legacy Code 301171
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Description This subject investigates various funding opportunities that might be suitable for your business concept through a number of theoretical topics, such as: possible funding sources including venture capitalists and angel investors, joint venture funding, pitching your ideas. The subject is structured into a number of modules. Further, as activities associated with this subject, students would have to actively seek and secure funding for the start-up.
School Computer, Data & Math Sciences
Discipline Business and Management, Not Elsewhere Classified.
Student Contribution Band HECS Band 4 10cp
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Level Undergraduate Level 3 subject
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Analyse pros and cons of various funding options
- Develop a pitch to a possible financier
- Apply individual�fs skills and knowledge in a collaborative and effective manner in achieving a common goal in a group setting
- Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills that appeal to a wide audience
- Demonstrate resilience when faced with probable disappointing rejections from financiers
Subject Content
1. Possible funding sources
2. Venture capitalist market
3. Bank loans
4. Self-funding
5. Joint venture funding
6. How to pitch your idea to possible financier
Assessment
The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.
| Type | Length | Percent | Threshold | Individual/Group Task | Mandatory |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Report | 1500 words | 30 | N | Group | Y |
| Presentation | 20 mins | 45 | N | Group | Y |
| Reflection | 1500 words | 25 | N | Individual | Y |