By the end of this course, learners will be able to explain the fundamentals of private equity, analyze deal structuring methods, evaluate fund mechanics, and apply negotiation and performance monitoring strategies. Through a structured and practical approach, participants will gain the skills to understand how private equity funds are organized, how investments are structured, and how returns are generated.
Master Private Equity Basics: Analyze, Structure & Apply
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
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What you'll learn
Explain private equity fundamentals, fund structures, and deal mechanics.
Analyze valuations, preferred shares, and liquidation preferences in investments.
Apply negotiation, financial engineering, and performance monitoring strategies.
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September 2025
Assessments
12 assignments
Taught in English
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There are 4 modules in this course
This module introduces learners to the fundamentals of private equity, including its definition, fund structures, fee models, and expected returns. It further explores key deal structuring mechanisms such as pre- and post-money valuation, preferred shares, and liquidation preferences. By mastering these basics, learners build a strong foundation to understand how private equity operates in practice.
What's included
9 videos3 assignments1 plugin
This module examines private equity strategies, the role of banks, and methods for valuing and structuring investments. Learners will explore advanced structuring concepts including financial engineering, asset purchases, and private placement memorandums. By applying these techniques, they gain insights into how PE firms design and implement successful investment strategies.
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8 videos3 assignments
This module focuses on the operational mechanics of private equity funds. It explains how funds are structured, the roles of general and limited partners, and the flow of money through investments. Learners also follow the investment process journey from initial contact to final exit, gaining practical insights into how deals progress through each stage.
What's included
9 videos3 assignments
This module presents private equity from the perspective of fund managers, highlighting the importance of bid-ask spreads, term sheets, and negotiation techniques. It concludes with post-investment performance monitoring, emphasizing how managers track progress to safeguard returns. Learners gain a comprehensive view of both the decision-making process and long-term performance management.
What's included
5 videos3 assignments
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