Books
Ian R. Campbell, THE PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICE OF BUSINESS VALUATION (1975).
Ian R. Campbell, Robert B. Low & Nora V. Murrant, The Valuation & Pricing of Privately-Held Business Interests (1990).
Abstract (from Amazon Product Description): The Valuation & Pricing of Privately-Held Business Interests will help business owners, directors and executives to better: understand the important differences that sometimes can arise between open market price and Notional Market value determinations - understand the valuation pitfalls that reside in the various Corporations Acts, Family Law Acts, and the Income Tax Act - strategize for business growth, and business sale - communicate with their professional advisors, understand when professional advisors can usefully be employed in valuation related matters and when they can not, and control fee expenditures related to business valuation consulting advice.
Robert G. Heim, GOING PUBLIC IN GOOD TIMES AND BAD: A LEGAL AND BUSINESS GUIDE FOR NEW MEDIA COMPANIES (2002).
Abstract (from publisher): Written for corporate officers and attorneys, this handbook details every critical step of the entire IPO process. Beginning with the basic step of deciding if an IPO is right for a particular company and progressing through each subsequent stage, this manual explains such critical issues as pre-IPO financing, choosing an underwriter, conducting due diligence, filing a registration statement, complying with securities laws, and getting a company's shares listed on an exchange. In addition to this IPO launch information, many of the forms needed for each stage of going public are provided. Also includes specific information to help companies going public in varying economic climates.
Shannon P. Pratt & Alina V. Niculita, Valuing a Business: The Analysis and Appraisal of Closely Held Companies (5th ed. 2007).
Abstract (from Amazon Product Description): Valuing a Businessprovides professionals and students with business valuation information, offering clear, concise coverage of valuation principles and methods. Updated with new legal, financial, and compliance material, the Fifth Edition of Valuing a Business presents detailed answers to valuation questions ranging from executive compensation and lost profits analysis to ESOP issues and valuation discounts.