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Masterclass in Private Equity

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Unique learning. Unique speakers. Unique insights.

Transform your approach to private equity. Get the right skills and knowledge to maximise your returns in this highly competitive field.

Good for you
Good for your organisation

Learn from Professors Eli Talmor and Florin Vasvari, the leading global thinkers in this field.
Cut through the jargon to make sense of the global equity industry – explore valuation, structuring, value creation, harvesting and more.
Join a carefully selected class to build a network of contacts that is international, relevant to your business and highly diverse.
Make confident private equity investments. Investigate key market practices, techniques and investment instruments.
Gain real-world insights through case studies and debates with financiers, lawyers, investors, and private equity experts.
Master the private equity fund and fee structure.
Gain a comprehensive understanding of the legal and financial aspects of buyouts.

"We teach the programme from our own textbook which is the reference book of the industry."

Florin Vasvari, Professor of Accounting; Academic Director, Institute of Entrepreneurship and Private Capital

Right for you

This programme is suitable for senior professionals with an operational or financial background who are looking to deepen their understanding of private equity.

10 years of professional experience

on average

16 industries

on average per cohort

Attendees include:

Private equity professionals, or experienced managers transitioning to this sector.
People wishing to set up their own private equity fund.
Fund, risk and asset managers.
Pension fund and endowment trustees.
Investment consultants, accountants, family office representatives, private bankers and independent financial advisers.
Hedge fund managers, private investors, investor relations specialists and corporate financiers.

Private Equity Learning Pathway

Take your private equity capabilities further. Combine the Masterclass in Private Equity with Private Equity Negotiations to reinforce your foundations, broaden your dealmaking perspective, and develop the strategic and negotiation skills needed to excel across the full deal cycle.

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Who attends

By nationality
By industry

Masterclass in Private Equity distribution map, showing attendee origins by percentage: Europe (excluding UK) 49%, United Kingdom 9%, Middle East 12%, South/East Asia 6%, Africa 7%, North America 6%, Latin America 6%, Central Asia 3%, and Australasia 2%.

_{The data above displays the top nationalities and top 10 industries across a three year average of participants on this programme.}

Programme content

Master private equity

Boost your insight and knowledge of how deals are constructed, from operation and strategy to financing, economic analysis of incentives, and exit.

What you learn
How you learn
Your learning experience
FAQs

Develop a deep understanding of how private equity funds are structured, how they operate and how they govern their portfolio companies.
Explore private equity as an asset class and advance your understanding of the latest research, strategies and insights.
Discover how to analyse assets, investigate selection and acquisition processes, and consider final disposal and capital realisation.
Review and debate real-world examples of the challenging decisions private equity experts have had to make.

Our faculty

Experts in the field

Access some of the world’s leading thinkers whose cutting-edge research in global business is grounded in real-world practicality.

Certificate in Finance

This programme can also be taken as part of the Certificate in Finance. Gain the knowledge and tools to build expertise in finance. Customise your learning by selecting four courses from our extensive, world-class portfolio.

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How to apply

Submit your application through our online application form.

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Fees

The fee for the programme is £7,900.*

The programme fee covers all required study materials, programme activities, as well as refreshments and most meals. It also includes access to a well-appointed gym with a swimming pool. It does not include accommodation.

We offer a 25% discount for London Business School Alumni and for those who have completed four eligible Certificate in Management or Certificate in Finance programmes.

For more information on what the programme fee covers, please speak to our Client Relationship Manager.

*Fees are subject to change

Private Capital Symposium at LBS

The next Private Capital Symposium will take place on 19-20 May 2026. The symposium returns as a premier gathering of scholars, investors, and industry leaders in private equity, venture capital, and private markets. Hosted by the Institute of Entrepreneurship and Private Capital (IEPC) at London Business School, it provides a unique platform for intellectual exchange, open debate, and thought-provoking discussions.

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Contact us

Whether you are an individual or an organisation/group looking for a programme, get in touch and we can help find the best solution for you.

Jahnavi Jethani

Client Relationship Manager

Jahnavi Jethani

020 7000 8613