Introduction to Angel and Venture Capital Investing

Catalog description

This course serves as the foundational course for students entering the Mel Rines Student Angel Investment Fund as Associates. This introductory course provides students with essential knowledge and skills in private equity, angel investing, and venture capital, preparing them for hands-on participation in the Rines Angel Fund in DS 650 . The course offers a comprehensive overview of the private equity landscape, with particular emphasis on early-stage investing from both the entrepreneur's and investor's perspectives. Students will learn the fundamental processes involved in evaluating startup companies, conducting preliminary research, and supporting investment analysis activities.