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Describes the relevant securities laws which pertain to the public offering of securities, as well as the business issues and process of a public offering.

Supplements the case.

Describes several approaches to valuation of a going concern: assets, earnings, and cash flow.

Describes the various stages in the start-up process and describes in detail the questions that can be asked and the analysis that can be performed to help deal with the issues that arise at each stage.

Focuses on the efforts of Heather Evans, a second-year MBA student, and her attempts to start her own dress business. Examines the business plan and the process of acquiring control over the financial and human resources necessary to implement the plan.

Spreadsheet supplement for case 384-079.

Describes Allen Lane's search for a business to buy. The case explores several failed attempts and the ethical, business, and tax issues that surround the acquisition business. Ends with a description of a new acquisition candidate, an independent valuation report of this business, and with Allen Lane preparing his bid.