VC Fund Structure and Returns

Online Course for Up-and-Coming Venture Capitalists

Fund modeling is both an art and a science. It is in nature an iterative process where you and your team will continue to test hypotheses to achieve your desired fund outcomes. Get the support you need to take the first step!

Estimated Time Commitment: 5-8 hours
Cost: $490

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How it Works

  • E-Learning

    Learn at your own pace. Course videos include value-packed lessons from 500 Global experts. These videos are designed to introduce key concepts and to solidify your foundational knowledge.

  • Develop Your Skills

    Apply your learning. Your downloadable course workbook will guide you through each lesson and include activities to apply the knowledge you’ve gained and questions to encourage reflection.

  • Certificate of Completion

    You've earned it. At the end of the course, you’ll have earned a skills-based online certificate from 500 Global that you can proudly display online. Go ahead, it's okay to be excited about all you've learned.

VC Fund Structure & Returns course will enable you to:

✓ Learn how VCs make money
✓ Understand budget and operational considerations of starting a fund
✓ Build an overall process to strategically allocate funds for bigger gains

VC Fund Structure & Returns Course Overview

  • INTRODUCTION: Be introduced to common terminology associated with VC firms. Understand where returns come from and where they go.

  • FUND STRUCTURES: Increase your knowledge of how funds are set up and expenses involved in operationalizing.

  • FUND MODELING: Try your hand at modeling your first fund using a template provided.

Estimated Time Commitment: 5-8 hours
Cost: $490

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Meet Your Instructors

Principal at 500 Global

Amit Bhatti

Amit is a Principal and former US corporate counsel at 500 Global, where he oversees investments from 500’s main funds. Prior to 500, Amit was an attorney at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, where he represented technology companies across all stages of their lifecycle from start-up to IPO, as well as a number of VC funds in making investments. Prior to Wilson Sonsini, Amit was an attorney at Arent Fox, where he represented clients in debt financing and M&A.

CFO at 500 Global

Paul Yoo

Paul is responsible for the overall financial strategy and direction at 500. Prior to joining 500 Global, Paul was the CFO at WizeLine and also worked in the audit and assurance practice at Arthur Andersen. Throughout his 20+year career in accounting, auditing and financial planning, he has established a reputation for building world-class teams and for aligning financial and business metrics to support business strategy and high-growth.

Venture Partner at 500 Global

Robert Neivert

Rob is a Venture Partner at 500 Global and a mentor/advisor for Cardinal Ventures, Stanford iFarm, and Stanford's Treehacks program. Previously he was an executive for startups having founded or worked at eight companies with four exits and four companies still operating. Rob was CEO for the last two venture-funded startups.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How long will I have to complete the course?

    You will have immediate access to the online content when your purchase is made, and you will retain course access for 90 days.

  • Will I obtain a certificate?

    Yes, a certificate of completion will be awarded upon completion of the online course content, and feedback survey.

  • What is the refund policy?

    Important: Course enrollment fees are non-refundable. By purchasing a VC Unlocked Online Certificate Course, I certify that I understand no portion of the course enrollment fees I pay to participate in the course will be refunded at any time or for any reason.

  • Have more questions?

    We're happy to help! Please send all inquiries to: [email protected].

Estimated Time Commitment: 5-8 hours
Cost: $490

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