What you will Learn

Explore a variety of funding sources equity, grants, and more, and learn how to determine the best fit for your business goals.  

Understand investor expectations, the benefits and trade-offs of equity financing, and how to position yourself to access these resources confidently. 

Course Benefits

  • Describe the main types of business funding debt, equity, grants, crowdfunding, and hybrid models.

  • Understand the principles of equity financing, including how it works and when it's appropriate.

  • Differentiate between various equity sources such as angel investors, venture capitalists, and strategic investors.

  • Assess the risks and rewards associated with giving up equity in exchange for capital.

Course curriculum

    1. Welcome to the Course

    2. Enrolment Details

    3. Let's Get Started!

    1. Types of Funding

    2. End of Lesson 1

    1. Equity Financing

    2. End of Lesson 2

    1. Course Assessment

    2. Let's hear from you

    3. Congratulations!

About this course

  • Free
  • Video Lessons
  • Quizzes
  • Certificate

Instructor(s)

Senior Programs Manager and Head of Growth & Alumni Services, FATE Foundation Oluwaseun Oshoniyi

Oluwaseun Oshoniyi is a dynamic consultant and senior executive with expertise in financial inclusion, trade facilitation, and market access across West Africa. She has led transformative programs with the Cherie Blair Foundation, Standard Chartered Foundation, Youth Business International, and ECOWAS, advancing inclusive economic growth for entrepreneurs and underserved communities. Currently Senior Programs Manager and Head of Growth & Alumni Services at FATE Foundation, she drives gender-focused initiatives supporting youth and women-led enterprises. Formerly Head of Membership Relations at LCCI, she also held roles at WAVE and PSIN, contributing to workforce development. A published researcher, Oluwaseun holds Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Public Administration from Nelson Mandela University.

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