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Unit Overview

Description

This unit provides a broad coverage of the venture capital industry. The unit discusses the role of venture capital in the overall economy and financial markets. It also explores key aspects of deal assessment; valuation; negotiation; capital structure; managerial incentives; and monitoring and exiting.

Credit
6 points
Offering
(see Timetable)
AvailabilityLocationMode
Semester 1UWA (Perth)Face to face
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) explain the objectives of venture capital

; (2) value, assess, negotiate and monitor deals involving venture capital; (3) identify the risks and rewards of venture capital deals for private equity investors; (4) demonstrate the ability to work in a team; (5) demonstrate an ability to provide constructive discussion and feedback; and (6) produce clear and concise written communication and oral presentations.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) online assessments; (2) assignment; and (3) final examination. Further information is available in the unit outline.



Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Unit Coordinator(s)
Ricky Chung
Unit rules
Prerequisites
FINA5533 Finance Essentials (or equivalent)
and FINA5632 Investments
Contact hours
lectures/seminars/workshops: up to 3 hours per week
  • The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
  • All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
  • Visit the Essential Textbooks website to see if any textbooks are required for this Unit. The website is updated regularly so content may change. Students are recommended to purchase Essential Textbooks, but a limited number of copies of all Essential Textbooks are held in the Library in print, and as an ebook where possible. Recommended readings for the unit can be accessed in Unit Readings directly through the Learning Management System (LMS).
  • Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.