- Type Learning
- Level Foundational
- Time Hours
- Cost Paid
VC Catalyst
Issued by
Wade Institute
Earners of this badge have demonstrated that they have the best practice tools, skills, confidence, and understanding required to make informed, successful early-stage venture capital investments. Badge earners have demonstrated proficiency in developing and refining their investment process and thesis, including understanding the venture capital ecosystem and successfully engaging and networking with its various stakeholders, and attracting, evaluating, and managing opportunities.
- Type Learning
- Level Foundational
- Time Hours
- Cost Paid
Skills
- Deal Flow Analysis
- Due Diligence
- Ecosystem Networking
- End-to-end Investment Process
- Evaluation of Deal Flow & Opportunities
- Founder Evaluation
- Investment Thesis Development
- Pitch Evaluation
- Portfolio Management
- Term Sheet Assessment
Earning Criteria
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The earner completed 2 x 5-day sprints, comprising 20+ hours of pre-work and reading, 40+ hours of synchronous online learning, as well as participation in a Demo Day and other face-to-face cohort networking activities.