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5 Star Reviews and Testimonials

From aspiring VCs to first time fund managers, people's
knowledge and confidence have been transformed by this course!

Brad M

Founder, Emerging Manager

I took this and other courses on modeling funds and this course is SO superior. No other course goes cell by cell and builds the model with you. The blank model template is easy to work with and lets you jump right into the modeling.

Sofiane B

Venture Capitalist - LOZARD GROUP

Dony made understanding some complex topics clear and easy. I highly recommend this course to anyone looking to understand the real details behind a VC. Easily the best online course on the topic.

Dr. Brian T

Angel Investor

The level of detail in this course in unmatched. I loved the first principals approach - it made learning the challenging topics easy for me. 5 Stars.

Samuel S

Associate DFV Venture

This course gave me the confidence to apply for a job in VC. I knew I could discuss the fund structure with partners and impress them with my understanding. 10/10!

Syed Z, P. Eng.

Investor

As someone with little background in Excel, I was still able to follow along perfectly. The VC concepts and theory we broken down in a way that I fully understood them right away.

The Highest Rated Course
On How To Model A VC Fund

Unlock The Secrets Behind:

How each dollar flows through a VC Fund.

Fund performance metrics including TVPI, DPI, MOIC and IRR.

Advanced VC Fund structure and economics.

  • Fund Size, Management Fees, and Expenses

  • Venture Portfolio Construction

  • Capital Calls, Drawn Downs

  • Exits and Proceeds

  • Distributions and Carried Interest

  • LP Investor Returns and Performance Metrics

  • Fund Performance Metrics - TVPI, DPI, IRR and MOIC

  • Detailed Management Company Fee Based Budgeting

  • Earn a certificate in VC Fund Modeling for completing the course and tests.

+$3000 Value For Just $495

  • A Full Working Model Template

    Includes working VC fund financial model instructional spreadsheet.

  • Lifetime Access to Updates and Advanced Models.

    Access to all new upcoming new courses and updates including fee recycling, advanced portfolio construction methods, cap tables and more!

  • One on One Live Session

    Get one full hour of one on one time with Dony for live feedback and person support on your model, your fund or your pathway into VC.

  • Hours of On Demand World Class Lessons

    Short and easy to follow segments. 24/7 access. Step by step, easy to follow instructions.

  • Email Support

    Have question you want answered? Stuck on a formula and get it right? Your enrollment includes 24/7 email support to get help when needed.

  • VC Fund Modeling and Economics Certificate

    Earn a verified certificate to demonstrate mastery of VC Fund modeling and economics by completing the course and final exam.

Meet Dony, your new instructor and coach.

Venture Capital Dony Z

Dony is Managing Director of Checkmate Capital, an active VC investor and LP.

Dony is a passionate live long learner with Financial Modeling and Valuation Analyst certification at CFI and executive education at Harvard Business School (Negotiation Mastery), Oxford’s Saïd Business School (Fintech), Wharton (Financial Modeling) as well as completing an Executive Master’s degree (MSc) from HEC Paris in Innovation and Entrepreneurship with a focus on Venture Finance.

Experienced Mentor and Advisor On VC Funds

Dony is a subject matter expert on the topic of Venture Capital to the world's leading accelerators and schools.

Trained and Certified in Financial Modeling

Dony is certified financial modeling and valuation analyst from top institutions

Who this course is for...

The ONLY Course Designed Specifically for the Next Generation of VCs

  • Emerging Managers

    This course is designed specifically for emerging managers launching a Fund I. Breeze through sprints in accelerator program like VC Labs by Founders Institute.

  • Aspiring VCs

    Ready to launch a career in VC but don't know where to start? Well look no further. This course will fast track your knowledge in fund structure, modeling and cash flows. Learn the real calculations behind how every dollar flows to and from a VC fund.

  • Angel Investors

    Level up from Angel to VC. Develop a deep understanding of how VC Fund real operates. Go beyond the basics and master VC Fund economics and cashflows.

Course curriculum

    1. Fund Entities and Structures

      FREE PREVIEW
    2. Fund Agreements

    3. Flow of Capital Terminology

      FREE PREVIEW
    4. Resources for Further Learning About VC Funds

    1. General Best Practices - Components, Level of Detail and Planning

    2. VC Fund Model Specific Best Practices - Structure

    3. Financial Modeling Best Practices Resources

    4. Excel Functions Used in the Model

    5. Absolute References and Copying and Pasting - IMPORTANT!

    1. Important Tips On How To Do The Lessons!

    2. Course Downloads - The Blank and Complete Model Templates

    3. General Assumptions, Capital Commitments, Management Fees and Fund Expenses

      FREE PREVIEW
    1. Portfolio Construction Modeling - a comparison of different approaches

    2. Portfolio Company Investments

About this course

  • $495.00
  • 38 lessons
  • 3 hours of video content

FAQ

  • I'm worried the course material is it too complex. Will I understand it?

    It uses a simplified step-by-step approach with short manageable modules build on each other. No matter what your background or skill level, you get to an expert level of understanding of VC fund modeling if you finish the course.

  • Do I need a financial background?

    No! The course is designed for all levels. Fundamentals and financial definitions are all explained, as well as comprehensive lesson resources that draw from the best VC fund modeling information in the world.

  • This will take too much time? I am very busy with my school work or job.

    Flexible and efficient course design. On demand short modules fit into any schedule! Complete in a day or take your time and complete over a week. Its a small time investment to become an expert in such high value subject matter.

  • I’m worried this course will be too theoretical and not practical enough.

    The course is hands-on, real-world modeling, cell by cell. You will know the real calculation behind every formula in a real VC fund model. Super practical and applicable to any aspiring fund manager or future VC.

  • I’ve tried learning this before, and it didn’t work. Why will this course be better?

    No other course goes step by step and explains and demonstrates each calculation used in a VC fund model. This is a practical approach with direct one on one support included in the price!

  • I’m concerned about the cost of the course.

    The course will impart you with knowledge and skills that pay for themselves, and offers a full 30 day money back satisfaction guarantee! It also has flexible monthly payment option, just $99 a month.

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If the course doesn't work for you, you have 30 days to request your money back with no questions asked. Although all our students have loved the course so far we want to make sure you get your value for money and find our product helpful!