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Private Equity & Venture Capital Programme
Live sessions with IIM Calcutta faculty
Prestigious IIM Calcutta Executive Education alumni status
3-day campus immersion at IIM Calcutta
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Starts On
20th September 2025
Duration
7 months
Mode of Learning
Live Online + Campus Immersion
Why the Private Equity and Venture Capital Programme with IIM Calcutta?
Whether you're a new fund manager or exploring Venture Capital, build expertise in deal sourcing, valuation, and growth strategies.
Whether you're a new fund manager or exploring Venture Capital, build expertise in deal sourcing, valuation, and growth strategies.
World-Class Curriculum
Blends international PE/VC frameworks with case studies from emerging Indian markets.
Top-Tier Alumni Network Access
Tap into one of India’s most powerful finance networks through the IIM Calcutta community.
Taught by IIM Faculty
Gain insights from IIM-C faculty and top-tier professionals from private equity, venture capital, and investment banking sectors.
Masterclasses by Industry Veterans
Gain insider knowledge through masterclasses led by top leaders in Private Equity and Venture Capital.
Campus Immersion Experience
On-campus module at IIM Calcutta to connect, collaborate, and deep-dive into capital markets.
Real-World Investment Simulations
Participate in deal sourcing, term sheet negotiations, and due diligence simulations.
IIM Calcutta Executive Certificate
Get recognised with an executive programme certificate from one of India’s most respected institutions.
The Growing Private Equity and Venture Capital industry
Private Equity (PE) and Venture Capital (VC) drive growth and create wealth—fueling startups, scaling businesses, and delivering strong returns in a dynamic financial world.
Unrivaled industry impact
$1350 billion
growth of the global Private Equity market by 2034
(Source: Precedence Research)
$781 billion
growth of the global Private Equity market size by 2029
(Source: The Business Research)
$610 billion
growth of the global Venture Capital market by 2029
(Source: The Business Research)
1.5 million
new jobs in Private Equity globally by 2030
(Source: The World Economic Forum)
Programme learning outcomes
Venture Capital (VC) learning outcomes
Deal sourcing and evaluation
Startup valuation and term sheets
Fundraising and investor relations
Scaling and growth strategies
Exit and liquidity events
Private Equity (PE) learning outcomes
Deal structuring and portfolio strategy
Valuation and financial modeling
Portfolio management
Exit strategies
Regulatory and compliance knowledge
Curriculum
Topics Covered
Topics Covered
Topics Covered
Topics Covered
Topics Covered
Topics Covered
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Academic & Industry Leaders
Avijit Bansal
Assistant Professor, IIM Calcutta
A financial economist specialising in behavioural and corporate finance, focusing on investor behaviour and financial decision-making under socio-economic influences.
Avijit Bansal
Assistant Professor, IIM Calcutta
Avijit Bansal is a financial economist with expertise in investor behaviour and financial networks.
- An Assistant Professor at IIM Calcutta with a PhD from IIM Ahmedabad.
- Awarded the NSE-IEA Best Thesis Award, Prof. Tirath Gupta Memorial Award, and CRISIL Doctoral Symposium Best Paper.
- His research explores investor behaviour, financial networks, and how socio-economic and psychological biases influence decision-making.
- Published in leading journals such as the Journal of Banking & Finance and European Financial Management.
Samit Paul
Worked at:
Associate Professor, IIM Calcutta
A finance academic and certified cost accountant with 7 years of industry experience and expertise in cost management, financial risk, and business valuation.
Samit Paul
Associate Professor, IIM Calcutta
Samit Paul specialises in Cost and Managerial Accounting, Financial Risk Management, and Research Methods in Finance and Accounting.
- An Associate Professor at IIM Calcutta and a Fellow of IIM Lucknow.
- Former faculty at IIM Ranchi and IMI Kolkata, with prior industry experience in statutory reporting and microfinance.
- Teaches courses like Cost Management, Business Valuation, and Research Methods in Finance.
- Published in journals such as Economics Letters, International Journal of Forecasting, and Information and Management.
Abhay Pandey
Worked at:
Co-founder, A91 Partners | PGDM, IIM Calcutta
Abhay Pandey is a seasoned investor and co-founder of A91 Partners, a $2B growth-stage investment firm. He has over two decades of experience across venture capital, investment banking, and consulting.
Abhay Pandey
Co-founder, A91 Partners | PGDM, IIM Calcutta
Abhay Pandey is a venture capital expert specializing in growth-stage investments. He has backed transformative businesses across Consumer, Healthcare, and Manufacturing sectors.
- Co-founded A91 Partners, managing $2B+ in capital across high-growth sectors.
- Former Managing Director at Sequoia Capital India for over 10 years.
- Led investments in market leaders like:
Atomberg Technologies, Sugar Cosmetics, Blue Tokai Coffee, Plum Skincare, B9 Beverages and more - Trustee at Ashoka University and BECT, supporting education initiatives.
Personalised professional coaching
Sharpen your investment skills and leadership with IIM Calcutta’s premiere mentorship—designed for professionals and those looking to enter Private Equity and Venture Capital.
Unlock your strengths
Gain deep self-awareness through a structured psychometric assessment, designed to refine your decision-making prowess.
Personalised expert guidance
Tailored coaching based on a psychometric assessment to identify strengths, address growth areas, and navigate real-world professional challenges.
About IIM Calcutta
Indian Institute of Management Calcutta (IIM Calcutta) was established as the first national Institute for Postgraduate Studies and Research in Management by the Government of India in November 1961. With a legacy of excellence in finance and investment education, IIM Calcutta offers a rigorous, industry-aligned curriculum taught by world-class faculty and seasoned investment professionals.
1st
'Triple Accredited' management school in India
#1
in India for Research in Management
#1
in BT-MDRA Best B-School Survey, 2024
#1
in India for pedagogical experience, Financial Times Rankings
IIM Calcutta Executive Education alumni benefits
IIM Calcutta Executive Education alumni benefits
Join IIM Calcutta’s 33,000+ Executive Alumni Network.
Get an official IIM Calcutta Executive Education domain email ID.
Access the IIM Calcutta Alumni Portal for networking and collaboration.
Stay updated with institute news, events, and insights.
Showcase achievements and explore high-impact opportunities.
Connect seamlessly through the IIM Calcutta Alumni mobile app.
Enjoy a 5% fee waiver on future Executive Education programmes by IIM Calcutta.
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" At IIM Calcutta, we constantly strive to stay ahead of the curve in financial education, and our foray into Private Equity and Venture Capital is a natural extension of that commitment. This programme, developed in collaboration with Imarticus Learning, offers participants a rigorous academic foundation combined with deep industry immersion. It is designed to build strategic thinkers who can lead in the fast-paced, high-impact world of alternative investments."
Associate Professor, IIM Calcutta
Samit Paul
"Private Equity and Venture Capital are reshaping the contours of global finance. This programme is our endeavour to equip future leaders with the analytical precision and real-world agility that the industry demands. In collaboration with Imarticus Learning, we’re creating an environment where theory meets deal-making, and learners evolve into investment professionals ready for tomorrow’s challenges."
Assistant Professor, IIM Calcutta
Avijit Bansal
"At Imarticus Learning, we are honoured to collaborate once again with IIM Calcutta to launch a programme that addresses the growing demand for specialised talent in Private Equity and Venture Capital. This initiative is more than a course - it’s a leadership journey. With world-class faculty and a practice-oriented curriculum, we aim to empower professionals to navigate and lead in one of the most dynamic and rewarding segments of global finance."
Founder & MD - Imarticus Learning
Nikhil Barshikar
Who is this programme for?
The programme is open to professionals from diverse sectors seeking advanced expertise in Venture Capital & Private Equity. Eligible participants include, but are not limited to:
Entrepreneurs and Startup Founders
To gain insights into fundraising, investor expectations, and scaling strategies.
Investment Managers and Finance Professionals
To deepen their understanding of deal structuring, valuations, and portfolio management.
Executives in Corporate M&A and Business Development
To enhance their ability to evaluate and execute investment opportunities.
Impact Investors and Government Officials
To develop frameworks for funding and supporting high-impact ventures.
Investment Consultants and Advisors
To refine their expertise in guiding clients through investment decisions and financial strategies.
IIM Calcutta certification in Private Equity and Venture Capital
Upon successfully completing this prestigious programme, you will be awarded the Certificate in Private Equity & Venture Capital by IIM Calcutta, one of India's most revered business institutions.
Admission Process
STEP 01:
Apply & Pay Registration Fees
STEP 02:
Submission of Documents
STEP 03:
Receive Admission Offer Letter
STEP 04:
Make 1st Instalment Payment
Programme Fee
Registration fee includes ₹ 3000 + GST as non-refundable application fee.
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FAQs
This programme by IIM Calcutta - one of India’s most respected institutions - is designed to meet the growing demand for professionals adept in investment lifecycle management. It delivers comprehensive insights into deal evaluation, structuring, funding mechanisms, and exit strategies, equipping participants to navigate the high-stakes world of private equity and venture capital with confidence.
The curriculum is curated by IIM Calcutta’s distinguished faculty and enriched by real-world case studies and industry interactions, making it ideal for professionals aiming to accelerate or pivot their careers in the investment space.
IIMC will conduct the examination and other evaluation methods required for certification.
- Successful completion of the programme will require a participant to:
- have an overall attendance of at least 75% in the programme and
- obtain no “Poor” grades in the whole programme. - IIMC will award a certificate of successful completion to participants who complete the programme successfully.
- Participants with requisite attendance but with one or more “Poor” grades will receive a certificate of participation.
- Failure to take an examination will result in the participant getting an “incomplete” status, and no certificate will be awarded to the participant.
- A participant without requisite attendance (of at least 75%) in the programme will not be awarded any certificate.
For corporate nominations, the company can confirm that the participant’s credentials are in order and as per the eligibility criteria set for the programme.
Participants benefit from a high-impact, application-oriented learning journey that blends academic excellence with practical exposure. The programme offers live online classes, experiential assignments, case analyses, financial modelling, and valuation workshops.
It also includes interactive sessions with industry leaders and domain experts, offering perspectives that bridge theory with market realities. You will gain not only technical knowledge but also strategic insights into investment decision-making and portfolio management.
The programme is structured to accommodate working professionals, with live online sessions conducted over weekends. This ensures participants can balance their professional responsibilities while gaining world-class education. Exact timings and schedules are shared upon enrolment.
Yes. The programme includes a three-day campus immersion at IIM Calcutta, offering an opportunity to experience the institute’s learning environment first-hand. This intensive in-person module facilitates deeper faculty engagement, peer networking, and advanced classroom discussions, enhancing the overall learning impact.
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