Introduction to Entrepreneurship

112 Pages·2014·5.01 MB·English

Introduction to Entrepreneurship
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Module 1: Introduction to Business Ownership for Transitioning Service Members 1
Module 2: The Right Idea? Basics of Opportunity Recognition 11
Module 3: Understanding Markets & Your Competitive Space 19
Module 4: The Economics of Small Business Start-Up 29
Module 5: Picking the Correct Legal Entity for Your Business 41
Module 6: Financing the Venture 51
Module 7: Next Steps, Introduction to Business Planning 61
Module 8: Moving Forward: Resources to Support You 71
Classroom Documents 85
ABOUT THE INSTITUTE FOR VETERANS AND MILITARY FAMILIES (IVMF)
The IVMF is the first interdisciplinary national institute in higher education focused on the social, economic, education and policy issues
impacting veterans and their families post-service. Through our focus on veteran-facing programming, research and policy, employment
and employer support, and community engagement, the institute provides in-depth analysis of the challenges facing the veteran
community, captures best practices and serves as a forum to facilitate new partnerships and strong relationships between the individuals
and organizations committed to making a difference for veterans and military families.
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