BUSM1313 Entrepreneurial Finance

1) Define the term “technopreneurship” and its characteristics
2) “Every young company or start-up aims at convincing investors from the potential of its basic business idea…. In the early stages, this might be both, Business Angels and Venture Capitalists, whereas bank financing is not worth considering”. Critically analyse this statement, supporting the discussion with the literature.
3) The article explains four financing stages of business start-up. Discuss these financing stages including relevant players at each stage.
4) Research and discuss how non-tech companies may be different in sources of financing discussed in Question 3 above. Include relevant players involved.
5) a) Explain how financing decisions are reached in the 3 countries mentioned in the article.
b) Discuss three ways in which the financial performance for technology-oriented ventures can be assessed.