Introduction to Alternative Investments

Build a foundation in the fundamentals of private equity investing with an introduction to one of modern finance’s most sought-after skill sets.

Taught by Harvard Business School faculty, this course introduces the fundamentals of private equity, including how it's funded, the differences between venture capital, growth equity, and buyouts, and the sources of risk and value behind each.

Through a real case about BC Partners' acquisition of Acuris, you’ll learn how top investors actually think through a private equity decision.

Syllabus

Speak the language of private equity and understand its core concepts
Distinguish between growth equity, buyouts, and venture capital—and the sources of risk and value behind each
Apply equity valuation tools to classify and rank private equity investment opportunities by their attributes and required skills