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Updated in [May 30th, 2023]

This course, Forming, Funding, and Launching a Startup Company, is designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs and business professionals gain the knowledge and skills needed to form, fund, and launch a successful startup. Through this course, learners will gain an understanding of the key elements of entrepreneurial finance, revenue models, and sources of startup funding. They will also learn how to create a Financial Plan for a new startup idea, prepare an investor presentation for raising capital, and understand the legal considerations and pitfalls for startups. Additionally, learners will gain an understanding of Intellectual Property (IP) as a business strategy for creating value and building competitive advantage, as well as the role of ethics in a startup environment. Finally, learners will explore startup growth strategies for building technology companies and exit options for technology entrepreneurs, and complete a business plan for a new product or service idea.

Completing this course can open up a variety of possible development paths in career or education. Learners may choose to pursue a Master of Engineering in Engineering Management (ME-EM) degree offered on the Coursera platform, or use the knowledge and skills gained to launch their own startup. Related learning suggestions include courses on business strategy, marketing, and finance. Additionally, learners may benefit from courses on entrepreneurship, innovation, and venture capital. With the knowledge and skills gained from this course, learners will be well-equipped to form, fund, and launch a successful startup.