Private Equity (Online): Drive Dealmaking and Value Creation in Private EquityNEW
Private Equity (Online): Drive Dealmaking and Value Creation in Private Equity
Overview
Unlock Winning Investment Strategies — From Deal Sourcing to Profitable Exits
The private equity landscape is undergoing a profound transformation, shaped by economic, political, and technological forces. The Private Equity (Online) program from Columbia Business School Executive Education is designed for private equity professionals looking to navigate this complexity with agility and foresight. This online program offers firsthand experience in evaluating investments, creating value in portfolio companies, and navigating exit strategies. You will learn how to make better investment decisions, manage costs, and leverage data-led insights to maximize returns. You will also benefit from the expertise of Columbia Business School faculty as well as gain real-world insights through case studies, hands-on activities, and a global peer group.
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Delivered in collaboration with
- is the projected deal value of the global private equity market in 2025. [1]
- US$1.15 tn
- of private equity firms now view AI as a key driver of value creation, surpassing traditional strategies. [2]
- 59%
[1] STATISTA
[2] FTI CONSULTING
Participant Profile
This program is designed for finance professionals looking to acquire private equity insights and tools to optimize financial operations and make data-driven private equity decisions. They can include mid-career corporate finance professionals as well as mid-level to senior private equity professionals.
This program is particularly beneficial for:
- Mid-career finance/corporate finance professionals looking to acquire impactful operating frameworks for investing in organizations and driving long-term value creation
- Senior non-finance professionals, with backgrounds in general management, marketing/sales, real estate, consulting, and healthcare, looking to expand their footprint in private equity and evaluate their investment opportunities
- Mid-career to senior private equity professionals seeking cutting-edge insights and techniques to drive operational efficiencies and plan high-value exit strategies
- Investment bankers and professionals looking to expand their knowledge of alternative investment strategies and emerge as well-rounded, seasoned investors
- CXOs, senior executives, and entrepreneurs eager to identify drivers of cost management and value creation for their own organization or to mentor and support their portfolio companies
Participants are expected to have a basic understanding of financial concepts, including EBITDA and COGS.
Highlights
Comprehensive Learning
Balance foundational private equity topics with firsthand experience in applying AI and generative AI for generating ideas, preempting risks, and creating value in portfolio companies.
Learning Journey
Gain a comprehensive understanding of the private equity industry and winning strategies for success, from deal sourcing to profitable exits.
Live Sessions
Attend a live session to engage in discussions with faculty and peers and receive expert insights.
Case Studies and Industry Examples
Explore real-world case studies and examples for an in-depth understanding of the latest industry trends.
Capstone Project
Apply program learnings to evaluate potential deals, from entry to exit.
Case Studies
Experience practical learning through knowledge checks, assignments, case studies, and a capstone project.
Hands-On Experience
Network with global peers to explore business challenges and career opportunities through structured engagement.
Peer Learning
Receive valuable feedback, exchange innovative ideas, and build a robust professional network with global peers from diverse backgrounds.
Program Structure
Making a Good Investment and AI Use Cases
- Evaluate potential investments based on your private equity investor's toolbox
- Describe value creation levers using real-world examples and assess whether these levers fit the private equity model
- Identify key data points to collect for private equity value creation
- Identify potential use cases and issues for employing AI in private equity value creation
Faculty
Michael Ewens
David L. and Elsie M. Dodd Professor of Finance, Columbia Business School; Co-Director, Private Equity (Online)
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