ERS12: Business Plan and Investment Deck

The “Business Plan and Investment Deck” course, meticulously curated and taught by Ir Prof Alan Lam at Gravity Academy, provides entrepreneurs, startup founders, and business strategists with a comprehensive framework for crafting detailed business plans and compelling investment decks tailored to robotics startups.

Course Overview

This course is designed for individuals preparing to launch a new venture or seeking investment in the robotics field. It focuses on the critical components of a business plan and investment deck, emphasizing clarity, precision, and strategic alignment with market needs and investor expectations.

The Curriculum

The curriculum spans twelve detailed modules, each focusing on a key element of creating a business plan and investment deck:

1. The Importance of a Strong Business Plan: Understanding how a well-prepared business plan can be a roadmap to success and a tool to attract investors.
2. Structure of a Business Plan for a Robotics Startup: Detailed breakdown of the components of a business plan, tailored to the specifics of robotics ventures.
3. Crafting the Executive Summary: Techniques for writing an effective executive summary that captures the essence and excitement of the business proposition.
4. Market Analysis and Strategy: Guidance on conducting robust market analysis and developing strategies that demonstrate market understanding and business potential.
5. Organizational Structure and Management Team: Best practices for presenting your team’s structure and expertise, emphasizing leadership and capability.
6. Product or Service Description with Technical Details: How to clearly describe your product or service, including important technical details that highlight innovation and market relevance.
7. Marketing and Sales Strategies: Developing comprehensive marketing and sales strategies that resonate with your target market segments.
8. Financial Projections and Needs: Crafting detailed financial projections that realistically reflect your business’s potential and clearly outline your funding requirements.
9. Risks and Challenges Analysis: Identifying potential risks and challenges and presenting well-thought-out mitigation strategies to build credibility with investors.
10. Appendices and Supporting Documents: What to include in the appendices to support the data and claims made in the business plan.
11. Designing an Effective Investment Deck: Tips for designing a visually appealing and informative investment deck that complements your business plan.
12. Presenting Your Business Plan and Deck to Stakeholders: Techniques for effectively presenting your business plan and investment deck to stakeholders to maximize impact and engagement.

The Instructor

Ir Prof Alan Lam is an esteemed expert in entrepreneurship and business strategy with a special focus on the robotics industry. His extensive experience in developing business plans and pitching to investors provides invaluable insights for course participants.

Why Choose This Course

This course is essential for participants who:

• Are in the process of starting a robotics business and need to create a robust business plan.
• Seek funding from investors and want to learn how to effectively communicate their business vision.
• Require a structured approach to documenting their business strategy and financial needs.

What Will You Obtain

Participants will receive:

• A certificate of completion from Gravity Academy, recognizing their proficiency in business planning and investment preparation.
• Detailed knowledge and tools to craft a comprehensive business plan and a persuasive investment deck.
• Enhanced skills in presenting business ideas to stakeholders and investors confidently and effectively.

Suitable Candidate

This course is ideal for:

• Robotics startup founders and co-founders.
• Entrepreneurs in the tech sector planning to launch new ventures.
• Business strategists and consultants working with tech startups.