Venture: Getting Ready for Launch
Issued by
Cranfield University
'Getting Ready to Launch' is part of the Cranfield Enhance co-curricular programme, adding value to the learner's chosen programme of study. 'Getting Ready to Launch' provides the confidence to pitch to real investment and to work on go-to-market strategy, preparing for the next phase as an entrepreneur.
- Type Experience
- Level Advanced
- Time Days
- Cost Paid
Skills
- Due Diligence
- Equity Share
- Go-to-Market Strategy
- Investor Relations
- Venture Capital
Earning Criteria
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'Getting Ready to Launch' provides the confidence to pitch to real investors and to work on your go-to-market strategy. You will be connect with different types of investors and receive feedback on your business proposition to guide you through to the next phase as an entrepreneur. Throughout this journey, you will become equipped with communication and negotiation skills and build confidence in managing relations with investors and customers.
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The 'Getting ready to launch' programme includes a pitch training masterclass and an introduction to what investors are looking for. This leads to Cranfield elevator pitch competition; Cranfield Investor Day; and Cranfield Seed Fund. These are opportunities to pitch to real investors (angels and venture capitalists) and respond to questions from interested parties.
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Complete one or more of the programme activities and summarise your learnings in a written individual reflection and pledge your commitment to what you will do next to ensure your venture gets launched.