Venture Capital Asset Management
Venture capital is crucial to a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem – but the path to becoming a successful venture capitalist, or investor in VC (a limited partner), is often long and uncertain. Traditionally, this path involves a lengthy apprenticeship, potential losses for limited partners, and navigating at least one business cycle.
IMD’s Venture Capital Asset Management program is designed to accelerate your journey by providing the practical tools and insights needed to navigate the risks and opportunities of venture capital investing.
Through a unique learning journey, blending theory and practical application, you will deepen your understanding of the art of smart investment decisions. The program features two days of research and practitioner-driven learning, followed by a two-day live, competitive simulation that replicates a 10-year fund lifecycle, allowing you to apply your skills in real-world scenarios. Learn from seasoned academics and professionals in the field, partners in the industry and a rich network of peers.
CEO and Managing Partner, Key Family Partners SA, Switzerland
An excellent program that covers a lot in two days. The speakers and practitioners were great. I really enjoyed the experience and the people I met. I’ve already recommended it to a colleague.
Financial Innovation Lead, World Economic Forum, Switzerland
A fantastic line-up from start to finish! I very much enjoyed the program and the engaging combination of expert insights, peer exchange, and actionable frameworks.
Business & Ecosystems Development Manager, Nestlé Purina Petcare, Switzerland
This program changed my perspective. Understanding the various stakeholders’ objectives and interests is very helpful for interacting with venture capitalists.
Discover the program
“Winning, making money is a better alternative than just protecting against losses.” Hear from our Program Director, Jim Pulcrano, and past participants about their learning experience.
- Introduction to venture capital asset management
- Understanding perspectives: pension funds
- Navigating legal frameworks
- Evaluating opportunities
- Valuation techniques
- Strategic decision-making tools
- Incorporating ESG
- Understanding market cycles
- Startup investment strategies
- Testing your valuation skills and understanding our investing biases
- Doing corporate venture capital to create value
- Navigating the journey to success
- Learning debrief
- Introduction to portfolio fund management
- Navigating the 10-15 year fund lifecycle
- Strategies for venture capital funds
- Crafting your investment strategy
- Fundraising from limited partners as a professional sales process
- Mastering deal negotiation
- Constructing and managing your portfolio
- Engaging effectively with limited partners
- Limited partner reporting
- Co-investing and networking building
- Designing your value creation playbook
- Planning your exit strategy
- Assessing fund performance
- Evaluating team performance
- Closing thoughts
Length: 2 days on campus.
