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Private Equity and Venture Capital Course

A practitioner-led course to the Private Equity and Venture Capital world, taught by top-tier professionals who actively work in PE and VC and make investment decisions on a daily basis. This course offers a unique opportunity to learn directly from experienced practitioners, gaining real-world insight beyond theory.
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Delivered by the Lithuanian Private Equity and Venture Capital Association (LT VCA) in collaboration with Vilnius University (VU), the course is designed for entrepreneurs, startup founders, business angels, service providers, and ecosystem participants who want to understand how the Private Equity and Venture Capital world really works.
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No prior experience in Private Equity or Venture Capital is required. The course is accessible to those new to the field, while still delivering practical frameworks, real market examples, and insider perspectives shared by industry professionals — ensuring value for participants at every stage.

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About the course

For four consecutive years, the Lithuanian Private Equity and Venture Capital Association (LT VCA) and Vilnius University have jointly delivered a structured and accessible course that introduces participants to the fundamentals of the Private Equity and Venture Capital market.
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Originally developed for Vilnius University students with no prior exposure to PE or VC, the course has evolved into a trusted foundation for the broader ecosystem. Over time, it has attracted entrepreneurs, startup founders, business angels, service providers, and other ecosystem participants seeking a clear, practical understanding of how PE and VC markets operate and how investment decisions are made in practice.
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To date, the course has welcomed 400+ participants, achieved a 93% satisfaction rate, and awarded over €8,000 in scholarships, reflecting both its impact and continued relevance.

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Private Equity and Venture Capital are often discussed, but rarely explained clearly. This course focuses on building strong mental models of how the PE and VC world actually works — from fund structures and investment logic to decision-making processes and value creation.

Participants will learn:
•How PE and VC funds are structured and generate returns
•How investors source, evaluate, and select investments
•How risk is assessed and debated within investment committees
•What investors expect from founders and management teams
•Common misconceptions and mistakes made by first-time participants

All sessions are delivered by active market practitioners, ensuring a practical, realistic perspective grounded in real investment experience rather than academic theory.

Ticket price for the course - 350€ + VAT

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Location: VU MKIC, Sauletekio avenue 5

March 17th, 17:30

Intro into Private Equity & Venture Capital industry

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This lecture introduces the fundamentals of Private Equity and Venture Capital, distinguishing them from public markets while highlighting their critical role as engines for economic growth and societal innovation. We will specifically map the Baltic and Lithuanian ecosystems, examining the interplay between investors, fund managers, and regulators that drives the local landscape.

Location: VU MKIC, Sauletekio avenue 5

March 24th, 17:30

Venture Capital strategies

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This lecture demystifies Venture Capital mechanics, covering investment stages, fund economics, and the "power law" that drives portfolio strategy. We will examine the maturing Baltic ecosystem through real-world success cases, offering practical insights into how startups attract capital and the daily reality of managing a fund.

Location: VU MKIC, Sauletekio avenue 5

March 31st, 17:30

Case study: Venture Capital

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This session applies theoretical concepts to a practical scenario, guiding participants through the full lifecycle of a venture capital investment. We will examine the critical decision-making points faced by both investors and founders, analyzing deal dynamics from initial assessment to final agreement.

Location: VU MKIC, Sauletekio avenue 5

April 14th, 17:30

Executing the Deal

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This lecture covers the technical core of deal-making, from selecting the right valuation methods to navigating complex legal structures and capital financing. We examine how funds actively generate returns post-investment using specific value creation levers, such as operational improvements and strategic M&A. Real-world examples will illustrate the practical challenges of post-merger integration and deal execution.

Location: VU MKIC, Sauletekio avenue 5

April 21st, 17:30

Private Equity Strategies - Before the Deal

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This lecture explores the core mechanics of Private Equity, distinguishing between Growth and Buyout strategies while tracing the industry's historical roots. We will dissect the pre-deal lifecycle, examining how funds formulate investment theses, source deals, and navigate complex negotiations and due diligence.  Special attention is paid to governance logic and aligning incentives between investors and company management.

Location: VU MKIC, Sauletekio avenue 5

April 28th, 17:30

Case Study: Private Equity

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This session consolidates the course's technical concepts by analyzing a complete Private Equity transaction, moving from the initial valuation and complex deal structuring to post-acquisition value creation. We will dissect a real-world scenario to illustrate how governance frameworks and operational levers are applied in practice to drive returns and manage risk.

Location: VU MKIC, Sauletekio avenue 5

May 4th, 17:30

LP’s and GP’s Relationship

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This lecture breaks down the operational backbone of private capital funds, detailing the critical legal and financial dynamics between Limited Partners (LPs) and General Partners (GPs).

Location: VU MKIC, Sauletekio avenue 5

May 13th, 17:30

Alternative Assets: Real estate and Private Debt

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This lecture expands the private market horizon beyond equity to explore Real Estate and Private Debt as critical alternative asset classes. We will analyze their distinct risk-return profiles, examining their roles in income generation, inflation hedging, and portfolio diversification compared to traditional PE/VC strategies.

Location: Online

May 18th - May 22th

Course Exam

An online course exam will take place online covering all the topics from the 8 lectures before. To pass the course you have to get a minimum 50% from the exam and attend no less than 5 lectures.

Location: VU Central Building, Universiteto St. 3,

May 28th

Graduation Ceremony

Celebrate the achievements of scholarship winners, collect your course certificates, and connect with course lecturers, ecosystem members, and fellow students in a vibrant networking environment.

Location: TBA

May 6th

(Optional) AML & KYC: Assessing and Mitigating Risk in Alternative Investment Funds Industry

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This lecture provides a foundational understanding of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) regulations within the alternative assets industry. It covers key compliance concepts, common regulatory requirements, and the importance of investor due diligence in mitigating financial crime risks. Attendees will gain insights into industry best practices and the evolving global regulatory landscape. The lecture is based on both theoretical and practical real case examples.
400+

Graduated students

93%

Course satisfaction

€8000+

In Scholarships

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