Nurturing science-based ventures: a european case perspective

For engineering and science students who wish to learn about and actively engage in entrepreneurial activity, either by creating their own company or by spurring innovation within a larger organization, the number of teaching programs addressing these interests has increased significantly over the last few years. However, the majority of these programs fail to address the particularities of creating viable businesses based on science and engineering. By specifically presenting the case studies of more than 30 businesses originating in scientific fields such as biotechnology, biomedicine, high-tech engineering and information technology, ‘Nurturing Science-based Ventures: A European Case Perspective’ is a value-adding teaching device that will greatly enhance the learning experience of future high-tech entrepreneurs. Contains more than 30 field researched, real-world case studies, providing examples of both successful and less successful start-ups for a complete and authentic learning experience. Includes classroom tested material, already used in IMD and EPFL teaching programs INDICE: Opportunity Recognition.- Planning the New Venture.- Venture Financing.- Growing the Entrepreneurial Firm: Building Lasting Success.- Harvesting.- Corporate Entrepreneurship.

• ISBN: 978-1-84628-873-9
• Editorial: Springer
• Encuadernacion: Cartoné
• Páginas: 420
• Fecha Publicación: 01/01/2008
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés