“Venture capital is a type of private equity capital typically provided by professional, outside investors to new, growth businesses. Generally made as cash in exchange for shares in the investee company, venture capital investments are usually high risk, but offer the potential for above-average returns.”

Further Information

Course Perspective

The course offers a viewpoint on all aspects of venture capital investment, including issues related to venture capital investment selection, valuation, deal structuring, and exits. 

It also provides an historical perspective on the development of the industry. 

The focus of the program is primarily on venture capital, i.e. early-stage investments in developing technologies; later stage deals (mezzanine and growth capital) are also briefly discussed.

It will also provide an overview of the documentation involved and consider the effect of certain key clauses in the articles of association and investment agreement.

The course is self contained and covers a range of UK situations.

Course Prerequisites

No specific knowledge of venture capital is required, although a general awareness of financial markets and private investment would be beneficial.

Benefits

By the end of the course, participants will have a broad understanding of the main aspects of venture capital.

Course Venue, Date and Cost

The course will be held at:

Oakley Hall
Rectory Road
Oakley
Hampshire
RG23 7EL
Please visit Oakley Hall's website for directions
http://www.oakleyhall-park.com

Date:

Thursday the 15th of November 2007, 9:00am - 5:30pm

Cost:

The course cost is £100+VAT per person.
This includes all course materials, refreshments, and lunch.