Fundatmental Of Fund Raising

In this introductory video,Professor introduces a new PSC (Professional Skills Course) focused on Fundraising. The course aims to address the challenges entrepreneurs and mid-sized companies face in fundraising. Here’s a breakdown of the key points covered in the video:

Key Note #1: Fundraising Course Curriculum

1. Basics of Fundraising:
   • Introduction to the fundamentals of fundraising.
2. Determining Goals & Objectives of Fundraising:
   • Exploring the reasons behind seeking investment and how to set goals.
3. Budget Sheet:
   • Understanding the financial aspects of fundraising, including the need for investment and its quantification.
4. Stages of Startup:
   • Explaining the different developmental stages a startup goes through.
5. Features of Different Investment Types:
   • Understanding the characteristics of various investment types, including equity and debt.
6. Source of Funding (Part 1, 2, 3):
   • Examining various sources of funding available.
7. Steps in the Process of Fundraising:
   • Breaking down the steps involved in the fundraising process.
8. Bootstrapping:
   • Highlighting the concept of bootstrapping, building a business using personal funds without external investment.
9. How to Pitch Investors:
   • Emphasizing the importance of effective pitching and communication skills.
10. Prototypes of Pitching:
    • Exploring different models and examples of pitching to potential investors.
11. Term Sheet:
    • Understanding the term sheet in the context of fundraising.
12. Prototypes & Examples of Term Sheet:
    • Providing practical examples and prototypes related to term sheets.
13. Due Diligence:
    • Examining the due diligence process in fundraising.
14. Documentation in Fundraising:
    • Discussing the various documents involved in the fundraising process.
15. SSA & SHA (Shares Subscription Agreement, Shareholder’s Agreement):
    • Understanding the legal agreements associated with fundraising.
16. Ways of Startup Valuation:
    • Exploring different methods of valuing a startup.
17. Angel Investment:
    • Insight into securing investment from angel investors.
18. Venture Capitalist:
    • Where to find venture capitalists and ways to raise venture capital.
19. Ways to Raise Venture Capitalist:
    • Strategies for attracting venture capital.
20. Considerations While Talking to Venture Capitalist:
    • Key factors to keep in mind during discussions with venture capitalists.
21. IPO:
    • Understanding Initial Public Offering as a fundraising option.
22. Role of an Investment Banker:
    • The importance and value an investment banker adds in the fundraising process.
23. Investor Relations:
    • Complying with regulations and investor expectations post-fundraising.
24. Case Studies, Examples, Theories, and Preparation Tips:
    • Additional content to enhance understanding, including practical examples and theories.
25. Conclusion – Fundraising Success:
    • Encouragement to enjoy the course, take notes, and identify where participants might face challenges in the fundraising process.

The course promises to provide simple, implementable tricks, theories, and practical examples to successfully navigate the fundraising landscape.