Whether it is a startup company, a small business, a mid-size company, or a large company, every company needs money to operate, improve efficiencies, and grow. This class will teach you how to tailor your company and raise money from lenders and/or investors. Raising money involves understanding the macro-environment and regulatory landscape, the language and documents that support the process of raising capital, and the ecosystem that funds fashion and beauty industry. Throughout the class, you will be encouraged to challenge and critique the financial systems and processes supporting the growth of the fashion and beauty industry.