Graduate Certificate in Venture Financing

Graduate Certificate

Why This Program & What You'll Learn

• Advanced deal-making skills: Learn to structure and negotiate venture financing deals, preparing you to navigate and influence complex financial landscapes. Develop a deep understanding of term sheets, capital structures, and exit strategies to secure the best possible outcomes for your organization.
• Venture capital and private equity expertise: Develop a deep understanding of venture capital and private equity, including investment strategies, portfolio management, and exit options. Learn from experienced faculty and industry experts who have successfully navigated the venture capital and private equity landscape.
• Entrepreneurial finance acumen: Master the art of evaluating startup opportunities, assessing risk, and making informed investment decisions, all grounded in solid, quantitative analysis of real-world data. Develop a keen sense of entrepreneurial finance, enabling you to identify and capitalize on emerging opportunities.

• Expert faculty: Our faculty is made up of experienced professionals with a strong background in entrepreneurship and venture capital, presenting a special synthesis of academic and real-world experience.
• Practical learning: You will have practical experience in venture financing through our project-based learning methodology, which will equip you for real-world challenges.
• Opportunities for networking: Make connections with experienced professionals, business owners, and like-minded people to build a valuable network of contacts and prospects.

Program Highlights

• Gain practical experience through project-based learning in real-world venture financing scenarios, enhancing your job readiness upon graduation. Work on real-world projects, such as developing a venture capital fund, creating a startup pitch, or structuring a deal, to apply theoretical concepts to practical problems.
• Earn your graduate certificate in as little as two semesters, providing a fast-tracked path to career advancement.
• Earn credits toward your graduate certificate that will transfer toward a Master of Business Administration with the Finance concentration, providing a seamless pathway to further education.
• Work with faculty who are experts in their fields, with a deep understanding of the venture financing industry and a passion for teaching and mentoring.