* CEFS aims at providing state of the art research in the fields of Entrepreneurship and Finance. * Application-oriented and scientifically backed research at the interface of science and practice. o Propagation of CEFS research findings to practitioners, e.g. through consulting or professional development activities. o Seize suggestions from practitioners to align future research. * Foster interdisciplinary cooperation in Entrepreneurship research at TUM. * Joint research with similar faculties and centers of other universities.