Student Information

The Venture Fellows program has developed a unique MBA curriculum that focuses on the world of venture capital, private equity, and entrepreneurship. Beyond an internship with a venture capital or private equity firm, the curriculum consists of case readings coupled with weekly classes featuring a guest speaker from the venture capital, private equity, or entrepreneurial community.  Topics discussed include:

How Private Equity Firms are Managed, Evaluated and Funded

  • Fund Formation and Capitalization
  • Fund Operations
  • Fund Evaluation
  • Distribution of Returns
  • Marketing: Developing Effective Deal Flow
  • Structure and Terms of VC Limited Partnerships

Legal Organization of Business and Relevant Securities Law

Entity Choice and Securities Law

Validation and Valuation of the Business Plan

  • Private Equity Due Diligence Process
  • Valuation Methodologies for Private Companies

Investment Transaction

  • Determine Capital Needs

Relationship between VC and Entrepreneur

  • Issues in VC – Entrepreneur Relationship

Strategic Management and Other Start-Up Considerations

  • Growth and Day-to-Day Management
  • Tax Issues: Stock Option Plans
  • Public Relations Issues for Start-ups

Through acceptance and participation in the Venture Fellows program, students receive three hours of MBA course credit.