funding
startups
Are you eager to learn the ins and outs of funding Startups and master the funding landscape? Whether you're a budding entrepreneur with a brilliant idea or an early-stage Startup looking to scale, this course will provide you with the insights and strategies to unlock your Startup's potential.
Brought to you together by SMU Academy
Learn with SMU Academy
Uncover the types of startup funding, their roles and valuation factors in Singapore's context
Discover the steps to take and the stakeholders and factors to consider to achieve funding for startups in Singapore
Understand the common reasons of failures to achieve funding for startups and how to mitigate/prevent these pitfalls
SKILLS YOU'LL GET
overview
Raising capital is not a one-size-fits-all approach. Our course will delve into effective fundraising strategies tailored to different stages of startup growth, including bootstrapping, angel investors, venture capital, crowdfunding, grants, and more. You'll gain a deep understanding of each funding avenue, their pros and cons, and how to identify the right fit for your startup's unique needs and goals.
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You'll learn how to develop a strategic funding roadmap, identify the right funding milestones, and create a compelling investment thesis that resonates with investors from seasoned entrepreneurs who have successfully navigated the startup funding landscape.
COurse DURATION
1-Day: 9am to 5pm
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
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Individuals who have a passion for entrepreneurship and are looking to kickstart their own startups.
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Entrepreneurs who have recently launched their startups or are in the early stages of development
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Professionals transitioning to entrepreneurship
COurse FEES AND FUNDING
SGD1,090.00* (as low as SGD 127.00* using SkillsFuture Credits)
Our instructors and guest speakers are industry practitioners who bring in-depth experience from the field to the classroom. Navigate the complex landscape with them.
Our principal instructor for this course is:
LEARN FROM INDUSTRY EXPERTS
Junxian is the Co-founder and Chief Product Officer of GoodWhale, a platform designed to help aspiring investors achieve good and enduring investing health. Before GoodWhale, he co-founded and served as CEO of Moovaz, a global mobility platform addressing key pain points in cross-border logistics, which has since been acquired. He was also Co-Founder and Chief Financial Officer of CashShield, a big-data analytics and enterprise risk management firm with a presence in the American, Chinese, European, and Southeast Asian markets, backed by prominent investors like GGV Capital, Heliconia Capital, Razer, and Tony Fadell.
Junxian was part of the founding team of Alta (formerly Fundnel), a fintech company operating across Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Hong Kong, Australia, Brunei, and India. He played a key role in SEA Ltd (NYSE: SE), particularly in launching its e-commerce business, Shopee, in Southeast Asia. Passionate about the Food & Beverage industry, he co-owns Reedz Café Pte Ltd, catering to tertiary education and business park communities.
Junxian serves as an innovation and business advisor to several listed companies and is a Venture Partner at Iterative Venture Capital. He holds a Master's in Economics and Finance from Harvard University, an MBA from Fudan University, and a Bachelor's in Business Administration from the National University of Singapore. He is also committed to philanthropy and education, serving on advisory boards and speaking at TED Talks.
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