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Description
The module provides an overview of the asset markets and their allocations to Private Equity (PE) and Venture Capital (VC). The module objective is to address fundamentals of asset valuation and modern and alternative valuation methods (such as APT, multi-factors models, binomial model and Black-Scholes) the sensitivities of these values and how these valuation methods are applied to PE and VC investments. Conventional portfolio management will be reviewed and extended to consider three main topics as applied to PE and VC: Portfolio Construction, Investment Monitoring and Exit Management. Relevant practical applications will be analysed in the classes to achieve a deeper and 鈥榣earning by doing鈥� understanding of PE and VC.
The module aims to equip students with an understanding of the asset markets and their allocations to Private Equity (PE) and Venture Capital (VC). Students should be able to apply knowledge of valuation methods and the variables that impact these prices to portfolio management, including portfolio construction, investment monitoring and exit management. Using case studies, students will have the opportunity to learn through the process of applying the material.
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course, students will have:
- A critical understanding of asset valuation and alternative valuation methods.
- A critical understanding of variables that impact on prices.
- A critical understanding of Portfolio Construction, Investment Monitoring and Exit Management.
- A demonstrable ability to apply theoretic knowledge to the analysis of case study examples.
Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year
Last updated
This module description was last updated on 8th April 2024.
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