Course Team Requirements

Course Structure
We will work in teams. Teams will have dual roles, both as entrepreneurs and investors. As entrepreneurs they will write a business proposal or analysis (a reduced version of a business plan), and try to obtain “fictional” financing at a good valuation from the investors. As investors, teams will evaluate the business proposals of other teams, provide constructive feedback, form syndication with one other investing team, and negotiate a funding deal with one entrepreneurial team. To resolve conflicts of interest and create a competitive market place, a team cannot both invest in another team and also receive funding from the same team.

All business plan, execution activity, and investment decisions will be done in groups of 2 students. Extensive group work outside of class is an essential part of this course. Your selection is irrevocable, so please choose team members with complementary skills and high level of commitment.