UNIT-V: Syllabus:

Organizing Business and Entrepreneurial Finance: Forms of business organizations; organizational structures;
Evolution of Organization, sources and selection of venture finance options and its managerial implications. Policy
Initiatives and focus; role of institutions in promoting entrepreneurship.

PART – A (SHORT ANSWER QUESTIONS): Lower Order Thinking Level: Remembering

Blooms Course
Q. No. Questions
Taxonomy Level Outcome

1 ____________ is a form of business organization where owners have Remembering CO1

limited liability and can elect to be taxed as a partnership.
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2 The ____________ of an organization refers to the way in which tasks, Remembering
roles, and responsibilities are allocated and coordinated.
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The evolution of organization involves the study of how
3 ____________ have changed over time in response to economic, Remembering
social, and technological developments.
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4 ____________ are entities or individuals from which a start-up can Remembering
obtain funding to finance its operations and growth.
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5 When selecting venture finance options, entrepreneurs must consider Remembering
factors such as ____________, risk, and control.
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6 Policy initiatives aimed at promoting entrepreneurship often include Remembering
____________ designed to support start-ups and small businesses.
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Institutions such as ____________ play a crucial role in providing
7 resources, mentorship, and networking opportunities to aspiring Remembering
entrepreneurs.
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8 A ____________ is a legal structure that combines elements of a Remembering
corporation and a partnership, providing limited liability to its owners.
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9 Venture capital firms typically invest in ____________ with high Remembering
growth potential in exchange for equity ownership.
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Entrepreneurs should carefully evaluate the ____________ of different
10 Remembering
venture finance options to ensure alignment with their business
objectives and growth plans.
 PART – B (LONGANSWER QUESTIONS): Lower Order Thinking Level: Understanding
Blooms
Course
Taxonomy
S. No Outcome
Questions Level

Explain the concept of a limited liability company (LLC) as a form of

1 Understand CO2
business organization. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of
forming an LLC compared to other business structures.

Describe the different types of organizational structures commonly

CO2
2 found in businesses. Compare and contrast functional, divisional, and Understand
matrix organizational structures, highlighting their key features and
managerial implications.

Discuss the evolution of organizational structures over time. Identify

CO2
3 major milestones in the development of organizational theory and Understand
explain how changes in technology, globalization, and workforce
demographics have influenced organizational design.

Explore various sources of venture finance available to start-up

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4 businesses. Provide examples of equity financing, debt financing, and Understand
alternative financing options, and explain the managerial implications
of each.

Analyze the factors that entrepreneurs should consider when selecting

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5 venture finance options for their start-up ventures. Discuss the Understand
importance of aligning financing choices with business objectives, risk
tolerance, and growth plans.

Evaluate the role of government policy initiatives in promoting

CO2
6 entrepreneurship. Discuss specific policies and programs that support Understand
small business development and job creation, and explain how these
initiatives impact entrepreneurial activity.

Assess the role of institutions such as business incubators, accelerators,

CO2
7 and entrepreneurship centers in supporting aspiring entrepreneurs. Understand
Explain the resources and services these institutions provide and how
they contribute to entrepreneurial success.

Describe the concept of a limited liability partnership (LLP) and its

CO2
8 advantages as a business structure. Discuss the key features of LLPs, Understand
including liability protection, tax treatment, and management
flexibility.
 Explain the process of venture capital financing and its role in
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9 supporting early-stage businesses. Discuss the criteria venture Understand
capitalists use to evaluate investment opportunities and the
implications of venture capital funding for entrepreneurs.

Discuss the importance of financial planning and management for

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10 entrepreneurial ventures. Explain how entrepreneurs can effectively Understand
manage cash flow, monitor financial performance, and make informed
decisions to ensure the long-term success of their businesses.

PART – C (PROBLEM SOLVING – Similar): Lower Order Thinking Level: Applying

Blooms
Course
S. No Question Taxonomy
Outcome
Level
How would you apply the elements of successful
1 entrepreneurial ventures in creating a new start-up? Provide Apply CO1
examples of key elements such as opportunity identification,
resource acquisition, and market validation.
Apply reasoning informed by contextual knowledge to compare
different organizational structures commonly found in businesses.
2 Apply CO2
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each structure in terms of
communication, decision-making, and flexibility.

How would you apply the principles of lean start-up methodology to

3 streamline the development process of a new venture? Provide specific Apply CO2
examples of how rapid iteration and customer feedback can be
incorporated into the venture development process.