Crowdfunding and Entrepreneurship [Hardcover]

This accessible text provides an insight into the growing global trend of crowdfunding as a source of entrepreneurial finance.

Grounded in academic literature, this book looks at the micro and macro issues within crowdfunding, from the entrepreneurs access to finance at the business level, to the role of government in regulating the market. It helps the reader develop a sound understanding of crowdfunding as a source of finance, the crowdfunding process and potential options when faced with start-up funding issues.

A range of international case studies of successful and unsuccessful crowdfunding campaigns help readers to apply theory to real-life scenarios. Readers are also supported throughout the book with chapter objectives and summaries, key terms, discussion questions and further reading guidance. Instructor materials such as slides and test questions are available as digital supplements.

Crowdfunding and Entrepreneurship will be a valuable resource for students of new venture creation and entrepreneurial finance, as well as entrepreneurs exploring crowdfunding as an option for business development.

Table of contents

Preface

Acknowledgements

About the authors

1. Crowdfunding and Entrepreneurship: Setting the Stage

Introduction

Definition of small and medium enterprises (SMEs)

Characteristics of successful entrepreneurs

Capital structure

The differences between small firms and large firms capital structure

Sources of entrepreneurial finance

Summary