The Entrepreneurial Finance and Accounting Toolbox is a dynamic course designed for aspiring and existing entrepreneurs to develop essential financial management skills crucial for business success. Combining theory with real-world applications, the course covers key topics such as cash flow management, venture capital, angel investing, crowdfunding, and financial statement analysis. Learners will engage with expert interviews, practical case-lets and gain hands-on experience in financial planning, analysis, and strategic decision-making. The course also emphasizes innovative financial strategies to tackle challenges unique to entrepreneurial ventures. By the end of the course, participants will have the confidence to effectively manage their ventures’ finances, make data-driven decisions, and drive sustainable growth. Whether you’re bootstrapping your business or preparing for Series A funding, this course gives you a toolbox of financial strategies every entrepreneur needs.
| Course Status : | Upcoming |
| Course Type : | Core |
| Language for course content : | English |
| Duration : | 10 weeks |
| Category : |
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| Credit Points : | 4 |
| Level : | Postgraduate |
| Start Date : | 15 Jul 2025 |
| End Date : | 31 Oct 2025 |
| Enrollment Ends : | 31 Aug 2025 |
| Exam Date : | |
| Translation Languages : | English |
| NCrF Level : | 6.5 |
| Industry Details : | Finance and Investment |
Week 1: Mastering the Basics of
Entrepreneurial Finance
Week 2: Funding Your Venture: Sources of
Entrepreneurial Finance
Week 3: Overview and Analysing Financial
Statements for New Age Entrepreneurs
Week 4: Financial Ratios and Metrics for New
Age Entrepreneurs
Week 5: Financial Forecasting and Projections
for Entrepreneurs
Week 6: Working Capital Management for
Start-ups
Week 7: Fundraising Strategies and Investor
Relations
Week 8: Financial Risk Management in
Start-ups
Week 9: Exit Strategies and Entrepreneurial
Finance Ethics
Dr. Mredu Goyal is a passionate academician
and researcher with over 15 years of rich experience in teaching and research.
She currently associated with the Centre for Distance and Online Education,
Manipal University Jaipur. Dr. Goyal holds a Ph.D. in Commerce from the
University of Rajasthan, with her doctoral work focusing on the effectiveness
of social media marketing strategies in Rajasthan. She has also qualified for
the UGC-NET JRF/SRF in Commerce, highlighting her strong academic foundation.
Dr. Goyal has guided three doctoral students.
Her research interests lie at the intersection of Entrepreneurship, Finance,
social media marketing, sustainability, green marketing, consumer engagement,
and climate change behaviour. Dr. Goyal has published extensively in reputed
international journals and has earned multiple Best Paper Awards at both
national and international conferences, reflecting the high impact and
recognition of her research contributions. Additionally, she holds 2 patents
that showcase her innovative approach to research and practical applications.
Dr. Goyal is an active member of the academic
community and holds life memberships in prestigious organizations such as ICA,
INDAM, and the INSPIRA Research Association. She has also been a guiding force
for several doctoral students. Dr. Goyal has made significant contributions to
course design and content creation for online and distance education programs,
especially in the M.Com, MBA, BBA, and B.Com domains. She is committed to
continuous professional growth and has completed Faculty Development Programs
(FDPs) from esteemed institutions, including IIM Bangalore, Globalnext
University, IGNOU, and others. Beyond academia, Dr. Goyal is a sought-after
resource person for entrepreneurship development programs and soft skills
training, highlighting her dedication to holistic student and faculty
development. Her commitment to fostering practical skills and entrepreneurial
thinking positions her as a key contributor to both academic and professional
communities.
Enrolling and learning from the course is free. However, if you wish to obtain a certificate, you must register and take the proctored exam in person at one of the designated exam centre’s. The registration URL will be announced when the registration form is open. To obtain the certification, you need to fill out the online registration form and pay the exam fee. More details will be provided when the exam registration form is published, including any potential changes. For further information on the exam locations and the conditions associated with filling out the form, please refer to the form.
Grading Policy:
Assessment Type | Weightage |
Weekend Assessment | 25% |
Final Exam | 75% |
Certificate Eligibility:
Score | Type of Certificate |
>=90 | Gold |
76 - 89 | Silver |
61 - 75 | Bronze |
40 - 60 | Successfully Completed |
<39 | No Certificate |
Sample Certificate:
Disclaimer: In order to be eligible for the certificate, you must register for enrolment and exams using the same email ID. If different email IDs are used, you will not be considered eligible for the certificate.
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