Why PE and VC Are Not Just 'Investments' but a Career Elevator
The private equity (PE) and venture capital (VC) market is booming. According to PitchBook, in 2025 global PE deal volume exceeded $1.2 trillion, and VC funds attracted a record $350 billion in new commitments. But behind these numbers lies fierce competition for a spot in the world's top 10 funds. To become a partner or senior analyst at firms like Blackstone, Sequoia Capital, or Insight Partners, it's not enough to just 'know finance.' You need to be able to: structure deals with carry and waterfall, build LBO models in Excel, understand securities law (Regulation D, SEC Private Fund Rules), and conduct due diligence across 200+ items.
It is precisely for these tasks that the course 'Private Equity & Venture Capital — Investments and Deals' on the asibiont.com platform was created. This is not another 'overview' course, but an executive program that prepares you for real work at the level of the top 10 funds. Let's break down what you will learn and how the training is structured.
What You Will Learn: From Fund Economics to Exit Strategies
The course is built as 10 modules, each representing a stage of a real deal. You don't just read theory; you receive ready-made templates: PPM (Private Placement Memorandum), LPA (Limited Partnership Agreement), term sheet, investment memo, DD checklist, and financial models.
1. Fund Structure & Economics: How GP/LP, Carry, and Waterfall Work
You will learn how fund economics work: who General Partners (GP) and Limited Partners (LP) are, how carried interest is calculated (typically 20% of profits), and how the waterfall—distribution of income among investors—operates. For example, in a typical 'European waterfall' model, LPs first receive 100% return of capital, then 100% up to a certain hurdle rate (e.g., 8% per annum), and only then does the GP receive its share.
2. Deal Sourcing & Investment Thesis: How to Find a Deal and Justify It
You will learn to formulate an investment thesis—a key document that convinces the investment committee. You will analyze how to source deals through contact networks, industry databases (PitchBook, Crunchbase), and how to evaluate target companies based on criteria: market size, team, competitive advantage, unit economics.
3. LBO Model in Excel: The Heart of a PE Deal
LBO (Leveraged Buyout) is the purchase of a company using borrowed funds. You will build a model in Excel that allows you to calculate IRR (Internal Rate of Return) for investors, model the impact of debt on the balance sheet, and assess how changes in EBITDA or the loan rate affect returns. This is a skill required of every PE analyst: according to Wall Street Oasis, LBO modeling is the most common case in PE fund interviews.
4. VC Model: SAFE and Convertible Notes
For venture investments, you will master SAFE (Simple Agreement for Future Equity) and convertible notes. SAFE is a popular instrument used by early-stage startups (e.g., Y Combinator introduced it in 2013). You will learn to calculate valuation cap, discount rate, and model conversion scenarios.
5. Due Diligence: 200+ Checkpoints
Due diligence (DD) is the process of verifying a company before a deal. In the course, you will receive a checklist of 200+ items covering financial, legal, operational, and commercial DD. For example, you will learn what 'red flags' to look for in revenue reports (ARR quality, churn rate) and legal documents (lawsuits, patent infringements).
6. Term Sheets & Negotiation: How to Read and Draft the NVCA Template
A term sheet is a document that defines the terms of an investment. You will analyze the standard NVCA (National Venture Capital Association) template, including items such as liquidation preference (usually 1x non-participating or participating), anti-dilution provisions (weighted average or full ratchet), and drag-along rights. You will learn how to negotiate with founders and protect the fund's interests.
7. Value Creation & 100-Day Plan: How to Increase the Value of a Portfolio Company
After purchasing a company, the value creation phase begins. You will create a 100-day action plan: optimizing operations, reducing costs, entering new markets, M&A. For example, many PE funds (like KKR) actively use operational improvements to increase EBITDA by 20-30% over 2-3 years.
8. Exit Strategies: IPO, M&A, Secondary
Exiting an investment is the key moment where the fund realizes profit. You will study the main exit strategies: IPO (Initial Public Offering), M&A (sale to a strategic or financial buyer), secondary sale (sale of a stake to another fund). You will analyze how to value a company before exit and how to prepare a data room for potential buyers.
9. Fundraising & LP Relations: How to Raise Capital and Manage Relationships
You will learn how GPs raise capital from LPs—institutional investors (pension funds, insurance companies, family offices). You will learn to draft a PPM (Private Placement Memorandum) and an investment memorandum that convinces LPs to invest. According to Preqin, the average fundraising period for a PE fund is 18-24 months, and competition for LP capital is growing.
10. Securities Law: Regulation D, SEC Private Fund Rules, AIFMD
This module is a separate value. You will analyze the Securities Act of 1933 (specifically Regulation D, which governs private placements of securities), SEC Private Fund Rules (new SEC rules from 2023 requiring greater transparency for LPs), and AIFMD (European Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive). Understanding these regulations is a mandatory condition for working in international funds.
Capstone: Deal Memo from Sourcing to Exit
At the end of the course, you will write a complete Deal Memo—a document that describes a deal from target sourcing to exit. This is your 'exam,' which you can use as a portfolio during interviews.
Who Is This Course For?
The course is aimed at three categories of professionals:
| Category | Why This Course |
|---|---|
| Investors and Founders | Want to raise capital from LPs, structure deals, and exit investments with maximum returns. |
| CFOs and Financial Managers | Plan to work in PE/VC funds or portfolio companies where knowledge of LBO models and DD is required. |
| Consultants and Lawyers | Specialize in M&A, venture capital deals, or private placements. |
If you already work in finance but want to move into PE/VC, this course will give you the missing skills: from structuring carry to building LBO models.
How Training Works on asibiont.com: AI Personalization
The main difference of asibiont.com from traditional courses is the use of a neural network to generate personalized lessons. You don't just watch pre-recorded videos (there are none on the platform—the course is entirely text-based). Instead:
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AI adapts the program to your level. When you start the course, the neural network assesses your knowledge (e.g., whether you understand basic financial models or have already built LBOs) and generates lessons that match your level. If you are a beginner in securities law, AI will explain basic concepts; if you are a lawyer, it will immediately move to complex nuances of SEC Private Fund Rules.
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AI explains complex topics in simple language. For example, waterfall is one of the most confusing topics in PE. The neural network can break it down into simple examples: 'Imagine you and the LP are baking a pie. First, the LP takes back its flour and sugar, then its share of profit, and only the remainder goes to you.' You can ask AI to explain the topic again, in different words, or provide additional examples.
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AI answers questions 24/7. There is no instructor answering in a chat. But the neural network that generates the lessons can explain any point within the course. Ask a question—get a detailed answer with formulas and links to modules.
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AI gives practical assignments. Each module has exercises: build an LBO model in Excel, draft a term sheet using the NVCA template, write an investment memorandum. AI checks your solutions and provides feedback.
This approach is especially effective for executive courses, where you don't have time to wait for an instructor's response or go through material you already know. You learn at your own pace, focusing on what you really need.
Why AI Learning Is Not Just Trendy but Effective
Research shows that personalized learning increases knowledge retention by 30-50% (according to McKinsey, 2024). In traditional courses, a student often 'drops out' of the program if they can't keep up with the group or, conversely, get bored. AI generation solves this problem: each lesson is created individually, taking into account your gaps and goals.
Moreover, the text-based format (without video) is a deliberate choice. You can read lessons anytime, anywhere, return to complex topics, and use templates (PPM, LPA, term sheet) as a basis for your work. Video often distracts and requires passive viewing, while text allows you to actively work with information.
Conclusion: Your Path to the Top 10 Funds Starts Here
Private equity and venture capital are not just professions but a mindset. To succeed in this field, you need not only to know finance but also to structure deals, negotiate, manage risks, and understand legislation. The course 'Private Equity & Venture Capital — Investments and Deals' on asibiont.com provides all the necessary tools for this.
You will receive ready-made document templates, learn to build LBO models, understand SEC regulations, and write a Deal Memo that you can show to a future employer. And personalized AI learning will make the process as efficient as possible: the neural network will adapt the program to your level, explain complex topics in simple language, and answer any questions.
Don't put off your career in PE/VC. Start learning today at Private Equity & Venture Capital — Investments and Deals.
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