We use competing risks methods to investigate the causal link between venture capital (VC) investments supported by the EIF and the exit prospects and patenting activity of young and innovative firms. Using a novel dataset covering European start-ups receiving VC financing in the years 2007 to...

This book outlines the unique challenges and opportunities of doing business in Africa, analysing how varying degrees of development across its countries affects entrepreneurship. Taking into account historical and cultural contexts, the authors approach the topic by evaluating the different...

University Startups and Spin-Offs teaches university students, researchers, and educators the most effective strategies and tactics for launching their own startups from academic platforms with the backing of school programs, public grants, incubators, seed accelerators, and private partnerships...

Chapter 1: Get into the Entrepreneurial Mindset -- Part 1: Five Lessons from Lean Startup Thinking -- Chapter 2: Start with the Customer in Mind -- Chapter 3: Define and Communicate Mission and Vision -- Chapter 4: Synthesize an Integrative Operating Model -- Chapter 5: Identify Metrics that...