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3741. Foundations of Venture Capital
Also offered as: MENT 3741
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: Open only to non-business students of sophomore or higher status.
Grading Basis: Graded
This course introduces students to venture capital investing, one of the primary ways that early-stage entrepreneurial firms acquire funding for growth. This interdisciplinary course requires no prior knowledge and seeks to nurture interest and enthusiasm for venture capital investing and entrepreneurship. Students learn the structure of the venture capital industry, how venture firms operate, and key components of venture deals. The course helps students assess whether participation in Hillside Ventures – UConn’s student-led venture investing fund might be part of their UConn career.
Last Refreshed: 19-APR-24 05.20.07.775487 AM
Term | Campus | Instruction Mode | Instructor | Section | Session | Schedule | Location | Enrollment | Notes | |
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1243 10539 1 001 | Spring 2024 | Storrs | In Person | Pennington, Keith | 001 | Reg | TuTh 8:00am‑9:15am |
BUSN 211 | 21/20 | |
1248 9454 1 001 | Fall 2024 | Storrs | In Person | Pennington, Keith | 001 | Reg | TuTh 8:00am‑9:15am |
BUSN 127 | 14/30 |