
United States Institute of Leadership and Diplomacy
Shining Light in the Midst of Darkness

Privat Equity Foundations
Experience has demonstrated that
Attending the United States Institute of Leadership and Diplomacy programs is a great investment as it opens the doors to a continuity in establishing relationships and network with other leaders from around the world."
What You'll Learn
Through a rich learning experience that includes faculty presentations, case studies, group discussions, and practical exercises, you will develop a broader understanding of the best practices, core issues, and evolving trends in the private equity and venture capital industry. In the process, you will strengthen your problem-solving and decision-making skills and master new approaches to raising and investing capital.
Participants should expect to spend at least 9-12 hours on self-paced case preparation prior to attending the program. Case materials will be made available approximately two weeks prior to program start.
Key Topics
Private equity and venture capital overview
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Surveying key limited partners
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Structuring deals and raising funds
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Analyzing term sheets and buyout structures
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Examining the financing structures used by venture capital investors
Establishing and growing a private equity fund
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Optimizing decision-making and strategies for exiting investments
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Managing the blocking and tackling of capital raising
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Examining the economics and incentives of general partner and limited partner relationships
Navigating an evolving investment industry
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Exploring the impact and future implications of globalization in the investment industry
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Understanding emerging challengers such as crowdfunding, special-purpose acquisition companies, and other alternative investment firms