Vodacom 10:49 AM MAN 206 Marking Rubric.docx Headings 1. Introduction Marks Mark Obtained Comprehensive understanding of the startup 15 company's financial situation and industry dynamics Thorough analysis of financial statements and key financial ratios Clear identification of strengths, weaknesses, and financial risks 2. Financial analysis Well-developed financial strategy aligned with 15 the startup company's growth objectives. Analyze the financial statements (income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement) of the startup company for the past 2-3 years. Logical and creative funding options with detailed evaluation of advantages and disadvantages. Clear and actionable recommendations for optimizing capital structure, managing cash flow, and mitigating financial risks. TAVIO - THURSDAY/FRIDAY ZENANDE - SUNDAY 3. Risk Assessment Identify and assess the financial risks faced by the startup company, including market risk, operational risk, and financial risk. 15 SINOTHANDO 4. Implementation Plan Detailed and realistic step-by-step plan for executing the recommended financial strategy. 10 Clear timelines, milestones, and KPIs to measure success. Consideration of potential challenges and contingency plans. 5. Funding Options: Evaluate various funding options available to the startup company, including bootstrapping, debt financing, equity financing, crowdfunding, and venture capital. Assess the advantages and disadvantages of each option. 6. Financial Strategy Develop a comprehensive financial strategy for the startup company, considering its current financial situation, growth objectives, and risk tolerance. Include recommendations for optimizing capital structure, managing cash flow, and mitigating financial risks. 7. Implementation Plan Propose a step-by-step implementation plan for executing the recommended financial strategy, including timelines, milestones, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure success. 8. Written Report Well-structured and properly formatted written report. Spellchecker was used. 9. Reference list -SUNDAY RORISANG + LIYEMA + ABDUL 10 PARVEZ + ANDY - SUNDAY 10 LIYEMA + RORISANG + ABDUL MUEEZ -SUNDAY 15 ABDUL MUEEZ - SUNDAY ANDY 5 - TUESDAY 5 ANDY