The Only Guide to Private Equity in India: From an Industry Veteran's Desk

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Here’s the Detailed Curriculum
1.1. What is Private Equity?
1.2. Stakeholders of Private Equity
1.3. How has Private Equity evolved over the years?
1.4. Types of Private Equity Investments
2.1. Returns in Private Equity Investments
2.2. Factors Considered while Discussing Expected Returns
2.3. How does a PE Fund Make Money?
2.4. Two Income Streams – Management Fees & Bonus
2.5. Benchmarks/Metrics used for Measuring Returns
2.6. Recent Trends & Developments
3.1. Investment Team
3.2. Investment Strategy
3.3. Portfolio Management Strategy
3.4. Regulatory Approvals
3.5. Marketing of the Fund
3.6. Closing of the Fund
4.1. Creating a Deal Flow Network
4.2. Receiving Proposals
4.3. Changing Deal Flow from Time to Time
5.1. Filtering the Proposals
5.2. Meeting with the Entrepreneur
5.3. What to Discuss in the Meeting?
5.4. Navigating the Entrepreneurial Stages: Vision, Collaboration & Resolution
5.5. The Founder’s Response: Fear or Fire?
5.6. How to Decide Whether it is an Investable Business?
5.7. PE to PE: Exploring Strategic Partnerships
5.8. Approval of the Investment Committee
6.1. What is a Term Sheet? Meaning
6.2. What Does the Term Sheet Cover?
7.1. What Happens After the Term Sheet is Signed?
7.2. Analyzing Diligence
7.3. Investment Committee Decision
7.4. Deal Closure
7.5. Conclusion
8.1. What Happens After Investment?
8.2. Business Plan: Review & Action
8.3. Role of the Fund Management Team
8.4. Being a Board Member
8.5. Supporting the Organization in Challenging Times
9.1. How to Prioritize the Exit of an Investor
9.2. Portfolio Construction in the Exit Process
9.3. How to Make Returns on Invested Capital
9.4. What & How to Exit the PE Fund
9.5. Are There Investments That Cannot be Sold?
10.1. Total Returns to Investors
10.2. Profit Distribution by the PE Fund
10.3. What About Unsold Companies?
10.4. Is the Fund Over?
11.1. Role of an Analyst in the Journey of a PE Fund
11.2. What Are the Skills Needed?
11.3. Where to Start?
11.4. How to Start?
11.5. Building a Strong Foundation: My Journey
11.6. Interview Process for Every Position in the PE Fund Team
12.1. Who Are the Limited Partners (LPs)?
12.2. What Does the Marketing Material Given by the PE Fund to LPs Entail?
12.3. Red Flags in the Marketing Material of a Fund Manager
12.4. Questions to Ask the Fund Manager
12.5. Treatment of Different Categories of LPs by the PE Fund
12.6. How to Decode the Reporting Once the Investment is Done
12.7. How to Choose Between Different Funds
12.8. How Can I Know That I Can Trust the Fund Manager?
12.9. How Many Meetings Should I Have with the Fund Manager?
Who Can Pursue a PE Career?
Master The Skills That Actually Land PE Roles
Inside The PE Interview Process: What Really Gets You Hired
Technical Foundation
Case Study Preparation
Senior Level Interactions
actual hiring processes
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This book provides a comprehensive guide to the private equity industry, covering everything from fundamental concepts to advanced strategies. It explores fund structure, investment processes, portfolio management, exit strategies, and career opportunities in private equity.
This book is ideal for finance professionals, MBA/CA/CFA students, aspiring private equity professionals, entrepreneurs seeking funding, and investors interested in understanding the private equity ecosystem. It's written to be accessible to newcomers while still offering valuable insights for those with some industry experience.
The book progresses logically through the private equity lifecycle, starting with foundational concepts and fund formation, moving through investment strategies and deal execution, exploring portfolio management techniques, and concluding with exit strategies and career perspectives. Each chapter builds upon previous content while including practical examples and case studies
Yes, the book breaks down complex concepts using straightforward language and relatable examples. We use analogies and real-world scenarios to illustrate key principles, making the material accessible even to readers without extensive financial backgrounds.
Absolutely! The book features numerous case studies and practical examples drawn from real-world private equity scenarios. These help readers understand how theoretical concepts apply to actual investment situations and decision-making processes.
Yes, the book provides perspectives from both general partners (fund managers) and limited partners (investors). You'll gain insights into how each party approaches the relationship, their motivations, concerns, and evaluation criteria.
The book offers valuable insights into the various roles within private equity firms, the skills required for success, and typical career progression paths. It also provides an insider's view of the industry's working culture and practical advice on breaking into the field.
The book addresses key trends shaping the private equity landscape, including emerging sectors, evolving investment strategies, technological impacts, and changes in fund structures and economics. These insights help readers understand where the industry is heading.
While the book covers technical aspects like financial modeling, valuation, and deal structuring, it does so in an approachable way. Technical concepts are explained step-by-step with examples, making them digestible even for readers without advanced financial expertise.
Yes, the book thoroughly explores the investment criteria and evaluation processes used by private equity firms. You'll learn about industry analysis, company assessment frameworks, financial modeling approaches, and the qualitative factors that influence investment decisions.
Absolutely. The book details various value creation strategies employed by private equity firms, including operational improvements, strategic repositioning, management enhancement, add-on acquisitions, and financial optimization. You'll understand how these approaches drive returns.
The book primarily focuses on the Indian private equity market while incorporating global perspectives and practices. It highlights the unique aspects of India's private equity ecosystem while noting relevant international comparisons and trends.
Yes, the book is written to be accessible to readers without extensive financial backgrounds. Key concepts are explained clearly from the ground up, and financial jargon is defined in context, making it reader-friendly for beginners while still valuable for more experienced professionals.
The content is highly practical, focusing on real-world applications rather than just theory. The book includes numerous examples, case studies, and practical insights drawn from actual private equity experiences, helping readers apply the knowledge in professional contexts.
Yes, the book provides recommendations for additional reading, online resources, and tools that readers can explore to deepen their understanding of specific private equity topics that interest them most.