Kolkata: IIM Calcutta and Imarticus Learning, one of India’s leading professional education companies, have announced the launch of an executive programme in Private Equity and Venture Capital.
Designed for finance professionals and entrepreneurs, the seven-month live online programme will blend rigorous academic theory with real-world insights from IIM Calcutta’s top finance faculty and seasoned Private Equity and Venture Capital veterans.
The launch of the programme aligns with the robust growth trajectories of the Private Equity and Venture Capital sectors globally. The global private equity market is projected to grow to $781.36 billion by 2029, at a CAGR of 10.1%, while the global venture capital investment market is expected to expand to $764.78 billion by 2029, at a CAGR of 20.4%.
The programme includes a three-day campus immersion at IIM Calcutta for learners to engage directly with faculty, network with peers, and experience the institute’s rich academic environment.
This course will help finance professionals and entrepreneurs navigate the changing investment landscape. The programme will dive deep into core and advanced topics, including deal sourcing, valuation, financial modelling, fundraising, portfolio management, and exit strategies. Keeping pace with the evolving trends, the robust curriculum will cover the entire investment cycle with digital and regulatory aspects.
Participants will benefit from a comprehensive and application-driven learning from IIM Calcutta’s renowned finance faculty, researchers, and mentors in areas such as startup valuation, fund structuring, and portfolio management. In addition, it includes masterclasses by renowned PE and VC veterans who will offer firsthand insights into the dynamic PE and VC sectors.
“At IIM Calcutta, we are committed to nurturing future-ready professionals equipped to lead in rapidly evolving financial landscapes. The PE and VC programme in association with Imarticus Learning is designed to prepare participants with practical skills, domain expertise, and a holistic understanding of PE and VC dynamics,” said Prof. Avijit Bansal, Assistant Professor, Finance & Control, IIM Calcutta.
Nikhil Barshikar, Founder & CEO, Imarticus Learning, said:
“We are excited to partner with IIM Calcutta to offer a world-class learning experience that bridges the gap between classroom learning and boardroom decisions. Given the changing investment landscape, we see an urgent need for such a specialised programme, ideal for mid-to-senior-level professionals. It will equip participants to pursue leadership roles in Private Equity firms, Venture Capital funds, Investment Advisory, Corporate M&A, and Impact Investing.”
The programme will provide learners with personalised mentorship, leadership coaching, and psychometric evaluations to help professionals elevate decision-making and strategic capabilities. Besides, participants will benefit from exclusive industry masterclasses with leading global investors, offering real-world insights into billion-dollar deals and emerging investment trends.
Upon completion, they will receive IIM Calcutta executive education alumni status with lifelong access to the institute’s global alumni network, dedicated alumni portal, and email domain.
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