Introduction to Private Equity Deal Making

Every private equity deal begins with so much potential, but only those who understand the processes turn that potential into profit. Whether you're pitching to investors or planning to invest yourself, knowing how deals are discovered, valued, structured, and closed can set you apart. This course goes behind the scenes of real PE transactions, showing you not just what happens, but why it matters—and what’s at stake if it’s done wrong.

You’ll explore how private equity firms source deals, assess opportunities, and perform deep-dive due diligence across financial, legal, and operational dimensions. Learn to interpret EBITDA multiples, run discounted cash flow (DCF) analyses, and benchmark valuations using real-world case studies. Go step-by-step through negotiation and deal structuring, including earn-outs, equity splits, debt financing, and governance arrangements. You'll unpack what happens after the deal closes—from post-investment value creation to monitoring KPIs, strategic exits, and everything in between.

This course is designed for aspiring private equity professionals, analysts, business owners, or anyone interested in investment strategy and business growth. By the end, you’ll understand how to speak the language of private equity, anticipate investor expectations, and confidently participate in the lifecycle of a deal. In case you're preparing for a buyout, pitching your business, or simply expanding your financial literacy, this course equips you with actionable skills that can drive real-world outcomes.