Introduction to Private Equity
Course 1 | Taught in English | 3 Modules | Beginner Friendly
Included with a Thrive Community subscription
You will learn private equity fundamentals including scale, structure, strategy, and the culture spectrum. You will also learn what the ideal candidate profile looks like, and all about the critical role that talent plays in private equity's success.
Join the Community NowWhat You Will Learn:
- Understand Private Equity Basics: Learn about the massive scale of the industry, the various strategies it deploys, some fund structures, and the differences between private equity and venture capital.
- Discover How Private Equity Creates Value: Explore the investment process, from selecting and acquiring platform companies, to growing them effectively through various means.
- Grasp the Importance of Talent in PE: See how talent drives value, learn about current trends, and understand what the ideal private equity candidate looks like.
Careers Our Entire Program Will Prepare You For
After courses 1, 2 & 3, you will be prepared to pursue roles including:
- Portfolio Company Leadership Team Member
- Operating Partner
- Advisory Board Member
- Board of Directors Member
Course 1: Private Equity Fundamentals Details
Explore private equity essentials, talent optimization, and investment strategies in this first module of our Executive Program.
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What is the Thrive Resources Private Equity Executive Community that is included with the course?
About the Instructor
Susanna Madden is the visionary CEO of Thrive Resources, a firm that has exclusively served the private equity space with distinction since 2009. Under her leadership, Thrive Resources has become a trusted partner for private equity firms, their portfolio companies, and top talent.
About Thrive Resources
Thrive Resources began serving private equity firms and their portfolio companies as a retained executive search firm in 2009. Since then, it has evolved to also address the industry's broader talent needs, launching its Leadership Development platform in 2022, offering Executive Coaching and Leadership Development. Now, we're expanding to include Thrive's Private Equity Executive Program, providing a roadmap for executives seeking roles in private equity, and our Executive Community, offering ongoing support and growth opportunities.
