|

Course Overview

Private equity (PE) and venture capital (VC) are vital engines of business growth and innovation, offering funding, expertise, and strategic direction to companies at different stages of development. Effective management of PE and VC strategies requires a solid understanding of valuation, deal structuring, risk management, and exit planning.

This course covers the entire investment lifecycle—from sourcing and evaluating deals to structuring, monitoring, and exiting investments. Participants will explore both PE buyouts and VC early-stage financing, supported by case studies and simulations of real-world deals.

At EuroQuest International Training, the program blends financial modeling, market analysis, and strategic frameworks to ensure participants can confidently manage investments in private markets.

Key Benefits of Attending

• Gain expertise in private equity and venture capital investment frameworks

• Apply valuation and financial modeling for PE/VC deals

• Strengthen negotiation and deal structuring skills

• Manage portfolio companies for growth and value creation

• Develop effective exit and liquidity strategies

Why Attend

This course empowers participants to lead or support private equity and venture capital investments, ensuring strong risk-adjusted returns and long-term value creation.

Course Methodology

• Expert-led sessions on PE/VC strategies and practices

• Case studies of successful PE buyouts and VC investments

• Hands-on valuation and modeling workshops

• Group projects on deal structuring and portfolio planning

• Simulations of investment negotiations and exits

Course Objectives

By the end of this ten-day training course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the PE and VC investment lifecycle

• Identify and evaluate investment opportunities

• Apply valuation techniques for startups and mature companies

• Structure deals using equity, debt, and hybrid instruments

• Manage portfolio companies and drive operational improvements

• Conduct due diligence in private equity and venture capital investments

• Mitigate risks and manage uncertainties in private markets

• Align investments with strategic and financial goals

• Develop exit strategies including IPOs, trade sales, and secondary buyouts

• Build relationships with entrepreneurs, investors, and stakeholders

• Monitor performance and value creation in portfolio companies

• Lead negotiations and close successful investment deals

Target Audience

• Investment professionals in PE and VC firms

• Corporate finance managers and strategists

• Financial analysts and consultants

• Entrepreneurs and startup advisors

• Executives involved in private market investments

Target Competencies

• Deal sourcing and evaluation

• Financial modeling and valuation

• Negotiation and deal structuring

• Portfolio management and value creation

• Risk and exit strategy planning

• Due diligence and governance

• Strategic leadership in private investments

Course Outline

Unit 1: Introduction to Private Equity and Venture Capital

• Differences between PE and VC

• Global trends in private capital markets

• Roles of PE/VC in corporate growth and innovation

• Case studies of successful deals

Unit 2: Investment Lifecycle in PE and VC

• Deal sourcing and evaluation process

• Stages of PE buyouts and VC financing

• Key stakeholders in investment ecosystems

• Mapping the lifecycle from entry to exit

Unit 3: Valuation Techniques for PE and VC

• DCF and comparable multiples valuation

• Valuation of startups and early-stage ventures

• Adjusting valuation for risk and uncertainty

• Practical valuation exercises

Unit 4: Deal Structuring and Negotiation

• Equity vs debt vs hybrid structures

• Preferred shares, convertibles, and warrants

• Negotiating terms sheets and agreements

• Simulation of deal structuring

Unit 5: Due Diligence in Private Equity and VC

• Financial, operational, and legal due diligence

• Identifying risks and red flags

• Practical due diligence frameworks

• Case studies of due diligence in action

Unit 6: Financing and Leverage in PE

• Leveraged buyouts (LBOs) explained

• Debt structuring and risk management

• Financial modeling for LBO scenarios

• Practical LBO simulation

Unit 7: Portfolio Management Strategies

• Managing portfolio companies for growth

• Value creation levers in PE and VC

• Performance monitoring and KPIs

• Case studies of portfolio management success

Unit 8: Governance and Control in Investments

• Board representation and oversight

• Aligning management incentives with investors

• Shareholder agreements and controls

• Best practices in governance

Unit 9: Risk Management in PE and VC

• Market, operational, and exit risks

• Mitigating risks through diversification

• Scenario planning and stress testing

• Tools for risk-adjusted returns

Unit 10: Exit Strategies in Private Equity and VC

• IPOs, trade sales, and secondary buyouts

• Timing exits for maximum returns

• Challenges in executing exits

• Case studies of successful and failed exits

Unit 11: Emerging Trends in PE and VC

• Impact of ESG and sustainable investing

• Technology and digital transformation in private markets

• Cross-border PE/VC opportunities

• Future of private equity and venture capital

Unit 12: Capstone PE/VC Strategy Project

• Group-based investment strategy simulation

• Designing a deal and portfolio management plan

• Presenting findings to stakeholders

• Action roadmap for real-world application

Closing Call to Action

Join this ten-day training course to master private equity and venture capital strategies, equipping yourself to manage deals, drive value creation, and deliver sustainable returns.