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Due to your education, skills you have learned, and hard work, you have successfully managed your fledgling start-up company to the point where you are seriously considering an Initial Public Offering (IPO).

What are the purpose, role, and responsibilities of an investment banker?

What are the advantages and disadvantages of “going public”?

Describe avenues to acquire external financing other than via an IPO.

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