Venture Capital Private Equity
Final admit application deadline
20 January, 2026
Scholarship Available
Your Gateway to Startup and Private Market Investing
Join India’s premier executive program designed for aspiring angel investors, venture capital professionals, and startup finance leaders. Tailored for working professionals and pursuing graduates, this 4-month hybrid program blends academic rigour with real-world investing experience.
Key program
highlights
Live Deal Analysis
Engage with real startups through monthly case-based workshops. Source, evaluate, and structure investments using platforms like Crunchbase Pro, PitchBook, and AngelList with AI-driven deal screening.
Investment Thesis Development
Craft your fund thesis with market mapping and white space identification. Design investment filters, differentiation strategies, and align with LP expectations through thematic vs. opportunistic investing frameworks.
VC Partner Sessions
Learn directly from partners at Dallas Venture Capital, IvyCap, Hyderabad Angels, Aditya Birla Ventures, and Silverneedle Ventures. Access 10+ investment leaders and exclusive AMA sessions with industry veterans.
Due Diligence Training
Master DCF, comparables, VC method, and Berkus valuation models. Execute financial, legal, and operational due diligence with tools like Tableau, Affinity, 4 Degrees, and Deal Cloud.
Investment Committee Simulations
Present before expert-led Investment Committee simulations. Complete capstone projects mirroring real VC/PE scenarios—from startup screening to exit strategy design and deal structuring.
Real-World Case Studies
Analyze India-focused case studies including Zomato and Paytm IPOs. Examine turnaround strategies, M&A processes, and secondary market transactions through 10+ structured case studies.
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Kaustubh Savant
Where Learning Meets Execution
Leadership Foundation
Private Markets Landscape
- •Evolution of VC/PE globally & in India
- •Market structure & key players (Sequoia, Accel, Blume)
- •Performance metrics: IRR, DPI, TVPI, MOIC
- •Value creation strategies
- •Overview of India's startup ecosystem & funding trends
Investment Fundamentals
- •Crafting an investment philosophy
- •Risk-return dynamics & portfolio theory
- •Time value of money & IRR
- •Valuation methods: DCF, comparables, VC method, Berkus model
VC/PE Industry Structure
- •Fund structures: domestic vs. offshore
- •LP-GP dynamics & fund economics
- •Management fees & carried interest
- •Fundraising & formation basics
- •Regulatory frameworks: SEBI AIF, RBI/FEMA, fiduciary duties
Constructing a Fund
- •Fund Thesis 'What is a Fund Thesis?'
- •Thematic vs. Opportunistic Investing
- •Market Mapping & White Space Identification
- •Alignment with LP Expectations
- •Investment Filters and Criteria Design
- •Differentiation, positioning, and competitive edge
- •Balancing flexibility with investment discipline
Alternative Fund Models Emerging in India
- •Micro-VCs and syndicate-led models
- •Rolling funds and operator-led capital
- •Sector-focused funds and family offices entering VC
Mentorship from Builders & Investors
Mr. Srinivas Rao Mahankali (MSR)
Ex-CEO, T-Hub
Mr. Ajay Jain
Co-Founder Silverneedle Ventures
Kiran Chandra
Partner
Aashish Gupta
Sr. Vice President
Siddhant Gupta
Founder
Mr. Rathnakar Samavedam
CEO, Hyderabad Angels
Raghavendra Hunasgi
C0-Founder & CMO
Mr. Srinivas Rao Mahankali (MSR)
Ex-CEO, T-Hub
Mr. Ajay Jain
Co-Founder Silverneedle Ventures
Kiran Chandra
Partner
Aashish Gupta
Sr. Vice President
Siddhant Gupta
Founder
Mr. Rathnakar Samavedam
CEO, Hyderabad Angels
Raghavendra Hunasgi
C0-Founder & CMO
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Application Process & Eligibility
Application Submission
Complete the online application and submit all required supporting documentation.
Selection Interview
Shortlisted applicants will participate in a virtual interview with the admissions panel.
Offer & Enrollment
Successful candidates will receive a formal offer of admission to the program.
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Jaswanth Vedantam
In recognition of successfully completing the executive program in Venture Building and Management, having demonstrated excellence in strategic thinking, venture development, and entrepreneurial leadership.
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Global Recognition
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Skills That Make You
A Pro Investor
Bower LEAD equips you with the analytical frameworks, deal-making expertise, and strategic mindset to evaluate investments, structure deals, and drive portfolio success in India's high-growth ecosystem.
Investment Thesis Development
Craft your fund thesis with market mapping, white space identification, and investment filters aligned with LP expectations.
Deal Sourcing & Screening
Build proprietary deal flow using platforms like Crunchbase, PitchBook, and AngelList with AI-driven screening techniques.
Valuation & Financial Analysis
Master DCF, comparables, VC method, and Berkus models to evaluate startup financials, burn rates, and cap tables.
Due Diligence Execution
Conduct comprehensive financial, legal, and operational due diligence to assess founder-market fit and identify red flags.
Portfolio & Exit Strategy
Manage portfolio construction, follow-on decisions, and plan exits through IPOs, M&A, secondaries, and buybacks.
Tools you will master
Course Fee Structure
Deadline & Program Fee Structure
| Rounds | Deadlines | Admissions Fee | Course Fee | Total Course Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Final Round | 20 Jan, 2026 | INR 35,400 | INR 3,36,300 | INR 3,71,700 |
Ambition Can't Be Put On Hold
At Bower, we offer merit scholarships and easy EMI options to help you invest in your future, without the stress.
No Cost EMIs
Hassle-free learning with no-cost EMIs, low interest rates, and flexible part-payment options.
Scholarships
Exclusive scholarships and fee concession up to 30%, for exceptional entrepreneurs, Working professionals and Students
Meet our VCPE Graduate
Jaswanth Vedantam
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School
Bower School of Entrepreneurship
education
Graduation
Projects
- Investment Committee Simulation: Series A Deal
- Startup Valuation using VC & Berkus Method
- Sector Deep Dive: AI/SaaS Market Mapping
- Exit Strategy Design: IPO vs M&A Analysis
Hard Skills
Figma Basic
Spreadsheet FluencySoft Skills
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What People Had To Say
I joined the program to understand how VCs actually think — and every week, I get closer. From live deal evaluations to term sheet breakdowns, the learning is hands-on and fast-paced. Being mentored by real fund managers has changed how I assess startups. It's the closest I've come to working inside a fund.
Kaustubh Sawant
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Building as a founder, I never really saw how VCs evaluate risk — until now. The VCPE program has given me insider access to how investors think, decide, and negotiate. It's helping me become sharper not just as a founder, but as a future investor too.
Ranjith Kumar
Entrepreneur
What I'm getting here isn't classroom theory — it's real exposure. Every case study, every speaker, every assignment is grounded in how the industry operates today. For anyone looking beyond traditional MBAs, this is as real as it gets.
Jaswanth Vedantam
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