IPO Preparation Checklist for Biotech Companies Course Curriculum
Course Overview This comprehensive course is designed to provide biotech companies with a detailed roadmap for preparing for an Initial Public Offering (IPO). The curriculum is organized into 8 modules, covering over 80 topics, and is delivered through a combination of video lessons, interactive exercises, and real-world case studies.
Course Outline Module 1: IPO Fundamentals
- Introduction to IPOs: Definition, benefits, and challenges of going public
- IPO Process Overview: Timeline, key players, and regulatory requirements
- Types of IPOs: Traditional IPO, direct listing, and SPAC
- IPO Market Trends: Current market conditions and outlook
- Biotech IPO Landscape: Industry trends, challenges, and opportunities
Module 2: Pre-IPO Preparation
- Financial Statement Preparation: Audited financial statements, pro forma financials, and MD&A
- Corporate Governance: Board composition, committees, and governance best practices
- Internal Controls and Procedures: SOX compliance, risk management, and internal audit
- IPO-Ready Financial Systems: Accounting systems, financial reporting, and budgeting
- Pre-IPO Investor Engagement: Building relationships with investors, investor presentations
Module 3: Financial Planning and Modeling
- Financial Modeling for IPOs: Building a comprehensive financial model, forecasting, and sensitivity analysis
- IPO Valuation Methods: DCF, comparable company analysis, and precedent transaction analysis
- IPO Pricing Strategies: Determining the IPO price range, roadshow, and pricing
- Financial Projections: Creating realistic financial projections, key drivers, and assumptions
- Capital Structure and Funding: Debt, equity, and alternative funding options
Module 4: Regulatory Compliance
- SEC Registration Process: S-1 registration statement, confidential filing, and SEC review
- IPO Registration Statement: Contents, preparation, and review
- Compliance with SEC Regulations: SOX, Section 13, and Section 16 compliance
- Corporate Governance and Compliance: Board responsibilities, ethics, and whistleblower policies
- Insider Trading and Trading Plans: Rule 10b5-1 plans, insider trading policies
Module 5: Marketing and Investor Engagement
- IPO Marketing Strategy: Developing a marketing plan, target investor identification
- Investor Presentations: Crafting a compelling narrative, presentation best practices
- Roadshow Preparation: Rehearsal, Q&A preparation, and roadshow logistics
- Investor Outreach: Building relationships with investors, investor targeting
- Media and Communications: Managing media relations, crisis communications
Module 6: IPO Execution and Launch
- IPO Launch Preparation: Finalizing the registration statement, pricing, and allocation
- IPO Pricing and Allocation: Determining the IPO price, allocation, and stabilization
- First Day and First Week: Listing, first day trading, and post-IPO activities
- Post-IPO Activities: Earnings releases, investor relations, and ongoing reporting
- IPO Aftermath: Managing the transition to a public company
Module 7: Post-IPO Reporting and Compliance
- Quarterly and Annual Reporting: 10-Q and 10-K reporting, MD&A, and financial statements
- Proxy Statement and Annual Meeting: Proxy statement preparation, annual meeting logistics
- Ongoing SEC Compliance: Section 13 and Section 16 reporting, insider trading policies
- Corporate Governance and Compliance: Ongoing governance best practices, compliance monitoring
- Investor Relations and Communications: Ongoing investor engagement, earnings releases
Module 8: Case Studies and Best Practices
- Biotech IPO Case Studies: Real-world examples of successful biotech IPOs
- IPO Best Practices: Lessons learned from successful IPOs
- Common IPO Pitfalls: Avoiding common mistakes and challenges
- Expert Insights: Interviews with IPO experts, investors, and executives
- Course Wrap-Up: Key takeaways, next steps, and final Q&A
Course Benefits Upon completion of this course, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the IPO process, financial planning and modeling, regulatory compliance, marketing and investor engagement, and post-IPO reporting and compliance.
Course Features - Interactive and Engaging: Video lessons, interactive exercises, and real-world case studies
- Comprehensive and Up-to-Date: Coverage of the latest IPO trends, regulations, and best practices
- Personalized Learning: Self-paced learning with lifetime access to course materials
- Practical and Actionable: Hands-on projects and real-world applications
- Expert Instruction: Instructors with extensive experience in IPOs and biotech
- Flexible and Mobile-Accessible: Learn on your own schedule, on any device
- Community-Driven: Discussion forums and networking opportunities
- Gamification and Progress Tracking: Earn badges and track your progress
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Module 1: IPO Fundamentals
- Introduction to IPOs: Definition, benefits, and challenges of going public
- IPO Process Overview: Timeline, key players, and regulatory requirements
- Types of IPOs: Traditional IPO, direct listing, and SPAC
- IPO Market Trends: Current market conditions and outlook
- Biotech IPO Landscape: Industry trends, challenges, and opportunities
Module 2: Pre-IPO Preparation
- Financial Statement Preparation: Audited financial statements, pro forma financials, and MD&A
- Corporate Governance: Board composition, committees, and governance best practices
- Internal Controls and Procedures: SOX compliance, risk management, and internal audit
- IPO-Ready Financial Systems: Accounting systems, financial reporting, and budgeting
- Pre-IPO Investor Engagement: Building relationships with investors, investor presentations
Module 3: Financial Planning and Modeling
- Financial Modeling for IPOs: Building a comprehensive financial model, forecasting, and sensitivity analysis
- IPO Valuation Methods: DCF, comparable company analysis, and precedent transaction analysis
- IPO Pricing Strategies: Determining the IPO price range, roadshow, and pricing
- Financial Projections: Creating realistic financial projections, key drivers, and assumptions
- Capital Structure and Funding: Debt, equity, and alternative funding options
Module 4: Regulatory Compliance
- SEC Registration Process: S-1 registration statement, confidential filing, and SEC review
- IPO Registration Statement: Contents, preparation, and review
- Compliance with SEC Regulations: SOX, Section 13, and Section 16 compliance
- Corporate Governance and Compliance: Board responsibilities, ethics, and whistleblower policies
- Insider Trading and Trading Plans: Rule 10b5-1 plans, insider trading policies
Module 5: Marketing and Investor Engagement
- IPO Marketing Strategy: Developing a marketing plan, target investor identification
- Investor Presentations: Crafting a compelling narrative, presentation best practices
- Roadshow Preparation: Rehearsal, Q&A preparation, and roadshow logistics
- Investor Outreach: Building relationships with investors, investor targeting
- Media and Communications: Managing media relations, crisis communications
Module 6: IPO Execution and Launch
- IPO Launch Preparation: Finalizing the registration statement, pricing, and allocation
- IPO Pricing and Allocation: Determining the IPO price, allocation, and stabilization
- First Day and First Week: Listing, first day trading, and post-IPO activities
- Post-IPO Activities: Earnings releases, investor relations, and ongoing reporting
- IPO Aftermath: Managing the transition to a public company
Module 7: Post-IPO Reporting and Compliance
- Quarterly and Annual Reporting: 10-Q and 10-K reporting, MD&A, and financial statements
- Proxy Statement and Annual Meeting: Proxy statement preparation, annual meeting logistics
- Ongoing SEC Compliance: Section 13 and Section 16 reporting, insider trading policies
- Corporate Governance and Compliance: Ongoing governance best practices, compliance monitoring
- Investor Relations and Communications: Ongoing investor engagement, earnings releases
Module 8: Case Studies and Best Practices
- Biotech IPO Case Studies: Real-world examples of successful biotech IPOs
- IPO Best Practices: Lessons learned from successful IPOs
- Common IPO Pitfalls: Avoiding common mistakes and challenges
- Expert Insights: Interviews with IPO experts, investors, and executives
- Course Wrap-Up: Key takeaways, next steps, and final Q&A
Course Benefits Upon completion of this course, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the IPO process, financial planning and modeling, regulatory compliance, marketing and investor engagement, and post-IPO reporting and compliance.
Course Features - Interactive and Engaging: Video lessons, interactive exercises, and real-world case studies
- Comprehensive and Up-to-Date: Coverage of the latest IPO trends, regulations, and best practices
- Personalized Learning: Self-paced learning with lifetime access to course materials
- Practical and Actionable: Hands-on projects and real-world applications
- Expert Instruction: Instructors with extensive experience in IPOs and biotech
- Flexible and Mobile-Accessible: Learn on your own schedule, on any device
- Community-Driven: Discussion forums and networking opportunities
- Gamification and Progress Tracking: Earn badges and track your progress
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- Interactive and Engaging: Video lessons, interactive exercises, and real-world case studies
- Comprehensive and Up-to-Date: Coverage of the latest IPO trends, regulations, and best practices
- Personalized Learning: Self-paced learning with lifetime access to course materials
- Practical and Actionable: Hands-on projects and real-world applications
- Expert Instruction: Instructors with extensive experience in IPOs and biotech
- Flexible and Mobile-Accessible: Learn on your own schedule, on any device
- Community-Driven: Discussion forums and networking opportunities
- Gamification and Progress Tracking: Earn badges and track your progress