You've probably heard of it before, just a word floating in a new marketing or business class you're taking, or maybe you're completely unaware of this new topic of business. Either way, you'll become far more familiar with this rising method of commerce, and by the end of this program, you may just be a master. Entrepreneurs, investors, and even regular individuals, worldwide, are notoriously raising thousands-to-millions of dollars to fund the research, production, and development of their business ventures. It's the perfect way to fund the manufacturing costs of new and exciting ideas and, over the last 10 years, has become one of the most effective methods of launching a business. Crowdfunding is an innovative approach to financing a business. In this short, but extensive e-Course, Sarah Elle compares traditional business launches to crowdfunding as a far simpler method of pitching your idea to a large group of potential investors, to fund the expenses of developing your new product or business.