ENTREPRENEURIAL FINANCE, 7th edition by Leach/Melicher is a study book that guides entrepreneurs in mastering every component of the complete life cycle of a business. This book provides clear explanations of theories and financial tools that are essential for building, managing, and successfully growing a startup. It emphasizes financial management, the use of cash flow models, and strategic positioning for early growth phases.
Description
This edition covers current topics in entrepreneurial finance, with practical examples, case studies, and mini-cases from real entrepreneur practice. Readers learn how to effectively work with financial institutions and regulators to stimulate venture growth and ensure investor confidence. The book also covers venture capital, sustainable growth, strategic alliances, licenses, and exit strategies.
Product specifications
- Author: J. Leach (University of Colorado at Boulder)
- Publisher: Cengage Learning, Inc
- Imprint: South-Western College Publishing
- Publication date: 2020-03-09
- Number of pages: 752
- ISBN: 9780357442043
- Topic: Finance and the finance industry
- BISAC: BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Finance / General
About the author
The late J. Chris Leach was professor of finance, W.W. Reynolds Capital Market Program Chair, and former Robert H. and Beverly A. Deming Professor in Entrepreneurship at the Leeds School of Business, University of Colorado Boulder. He had a Ph.D. in finance from Cornell University, taught at top institutions, and received multiple teaching awards for MBA-teaching excellence.