Essays about: "Master Thesis in Venture capital"

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1. 1. How Venture Capital Could Use Large Language Models to Screen Sustainability Impact Startups

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Miljö- och energisystem

   Author : Måns Vilhelm Tivenius; Karl-Gustav Elf; [2023]
   Keywords : Large Language Models; Venture Capital; Impact Investing; Prompt Engineering; GPT-4; ChatGPT; Impact; Sustainability; Artificial Intelligence; Startup success; Impact startup; Impact measurement; Screening; AI for good; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : This study investigates the potential of large language models (LLMs), such as ChatGPT, to aid venture capitalists in the screening of startups that maximize sustainability impact. To determine the scope that maximizes impact for venture capitalists' and to identify effective screening criteria, the study utilized theoretical research and interviews. READ MORE

3. 2. From Seed to Success: The Role of Venture Capital on Startup Innovation

   University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för företagande och ledning

   Author : Felix Kelter; Jasper Miessler; [2023]
   Keywords : lean startup; lean startup capabilities; innovation; innovation management; venture capital;

   Abstract : This master thesis aims to investigate the influence of venture capital (VC) on the innovation practices of early-stage startups. The research was conducted because existing literature lacks a comprehensive understanding of the "how" behind the influence of VCs from a startup perspective, as current scholars assess the impact from an investor side. READ MORE

4. 3. Venture Capital flows to fintech innovators in Africa: How governmental policy and actions affect the ecosystem and capital sources

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Giove Lee; Franklin Amabo; [2021-07-06]
   Keywords : Venture Capital; Fintech; Africa; Sub-Saharan Africa; Strategy; Fintech Entrepreneurship; Startup Capital; Funding; Investment; Policy; Economic Development;

   Abstract : This master’s thesis explores aspects of the current state of fintech and venture capital within Africa as an emerging market, bringing to light the policies and actions of the different governments that contribute to stimulate the market. The study looks at policies and actions that directly relate to fintech and those that relate to venture capital and brings out the connection between both. READ MORE

5. 4. Glimpsing into the Gender Gap: : Perceptions of gender inequality among women in the tech startup industry

   University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

   Author : Amanda Malmqvist; [2019]
   Keywords : Gender; Gender equality; Gender gap; Tech; Startups; Entrepreneurship; Perceptions; Venture capital; Norms; Gender blind; Gender awareness; Stockholm; Genus; Kön; Jämställdhet; Könsgap; Tech; Teknik; Startups; Entreprenörskap; Uppfattningar; Riskkapital; Normer; Könsblindhet; Könsmedvetenhet; Stockholm;

   Abstract : There is a massive gender gap in the tech startup industry. 1% of the CTOs at venture-backed companies in Europe are women and only 1% of the venture capital in Sweden is given to all-female founding teams. READ MORE

6. 5. Business Angels and Value Added: Does it Affect New Venture Performance?

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

   Author : Christina Halstead; Ragna Landgren; [2015]
   Keywords : Venture Performance; Business Angel; Value Added; Informal Venture Capital; Business and Economics;

   Abstract : PURPOSE. Business angels are often the first external source from which entrepreneurial ventures can secure financing. In addition to providing financial capital, business angels are known for their extensive value adding involvement in the portfolio ventures. READ MORE