Risks and Ethical Issues Assessment Paper
Risks and Ethical Issues Assessment Paper
The purpose of Assessment 1 is to identify and discuss the various risks and ethical issues to be considered when launching and/or investing in a start-up. In the first two parts, discuss the various risks and ethical issues to consider (a) as an entrepreneur, and (b) as an investor. Then, in Part Three, identify those that you think are the top three issues (inclusive) you need to give priority to when launching / investing in a start-up. Give examples using various case studies / businesses (including your own business). Justify your answers giving reference to relevant research.
Here are some basic guidelines for the submission:
• Introduction: Give a brief background of what the paper will be about and highlight any companies that will serve as case studies.
• Risks / Risk Assessments (Part One)
o Highlight at least three (3) risks to be considered when launching and investing in a startup.
o Consider the different viewpoints from an entrepreneur’s perspective and an investors perspective.
• Ethical Issues (Part Two)
o Highlight at least three (3) ethical issues to be considered when launching and investing in a start-up.
o Consider the different viewpoints from an entrepreneur’s perspective and an investors perspective.
• Top Three Risks / Ethical Issues (inclusive) [Part Three]
o From the 6+ issues you have identified in the previous sections (inclusively), identify and discuss the top three considerations.
• Conclusion / Summary • References
Use a minimum of three ‘real’ business case studies / scenarios for this report. Additionally, a minimum of ten (10) professional references (journals, reputable websites, government papers, etc.) are to be used.