VENTURE CAPITAL COURSE

In this module, we use 8 video lessons to explore the history of Venture Capital.  This includes examples of the most successful VC-backed companies, where VCs are investing now and how the power law functions in practice.

In this module, we use 5 video lessons to break down how a traditional venture fund is structured.  This module also includes a discussion on how a fund operates and how money flows through it.

In this module, we use 7 video lessons to explain the various roles within a Venture Capital Fund.  This module will also discuss the skills and duties of each position.

In this module, we use 8 video lessons to teach you different kinds of venture capital financial instruments. Learn about priced rounds and valuations, convertible debt, convertible equity, venture debt, etc.

In this module, we use 4 video lessons to show you what a term sheet represents and you will understand the uses and differences of Economics and Control when it comes to term sheets.

In this module, we use 12 video lessons to go through some important topics of term sheet, like pre-money valuation, ESOP, founder vesting, dividends, liquidation preference, Optional/Automatic Conversion, and anti-dilution.

In this module, we use 12 video lessons to dive deep into important points that need to be considered in the term sheet, like voting rights, protective provisions, redemption and management rights, registration, among others. Understand each of them in detail.

In this module, we use 14 video lessons to explain how the process of due diligence works, and the must-have points, like the product, value proposition, business model, market, team, and evidence. 

This module uses 12 video lessons to take deep dive into the process of due diligence, highlighting ARR builds, B2B software, and cohort analysis.

This module uses 10 video lessons to take deep dive into ARR Build, B2B Software Segment, Cohort Analysis,  and Unit Economics.

Over 7 video lessons, you will learn about the key aspects of post-investment management. Discover how to deal with board matters and evaluate follow-on discussions, taking into account the opportunity cost. Moreover, you will understand how to measure the performance of your portfolio using different metrics and benchmarks.
 

In 7 video lessons, you will explore the exit funnel. You will also learn about the IPO process and the IPO waterfall. You will also go through a case study of WeWork. Next, you will learn about M&A. Finally, you will learn about wind-down and bankruptcy (worst-case scenarios for VC exits). 

Learn how to raise money for a startup. In 3 video lessons, you will discover the art of pitching to investors and how to craft a compelling pitch deck. You will also see some sample pitch decks from successful startups and get tips on how to avoid common mistakes. 

In this module, you'll learn about the best ways to network with VC firms and individuals, both formally and informally. You'll also get some key recommendations on how to prepare for interviews, pitch yourself, and stand out from the crowd. Plus, you'll find some useful resources to help you further your learning and research. 
 

Over 30 video lessons, you will learn the ideal lifecycle of a VC-financed company, the exit proceeds and how they are allocated, the steps to perform the waterfall calculation, the key concepts and terms related to the waterfall analysis, an example of a waterfall analysis for a company, and how to use sensitivity analysis to evaluate the impact of changes in exit valuation and timing on the returns.
 

This module teaches you how to find and approach potential portfolio companies for your firm. You will learn the difference between inbound and outbound sourcing and how to use cold and warm outreach methods effectively. You will also discover how to track your networking activities and stay organized in your sourcing process. Moreover, you will see some examples of successful sourcing strategies.