Launch Your Career
in Venture Capital
Learn to source deals, evaluate startups, conduct due diligence, and build a career in VC — directly from active venture capitalists and ex-founders who've been on both sides of the table.
Master the Art & Science of Venture Capital
The Nobo Ventures VC Analyst School is the most practical venture capital education program available. Unlike academic courses, every module is taught by active investors who are currently deploying capital and building portfolios.
You won't just learn theory — you'll analyze real companies, review actual term sheets, and build the skills that top VC firms look for when hiring analysts and associates.
Partial scholarships may be available to qualifying applicants to help cover program costs.
Deal Sourcing
Learn how top VCs build proprietary deal flow, evaluate inbound opportunities, and develop a systematic approach to finding the best startups.
Due Diligence
Master the art of evaluating startups — from market sizing and competitive analysis to team assessment and technical deep dives.
Portfolio Construction
Understand fund strategy, portfolio diversification, reserve allocation, and how to manage a portfolio of high-growth companies.
Career Development
Get direct guidance on breaking into VC, building your personal brand as an investor, and navigating the career ladder from analyst to partner.
What You'll Learn
Six comprehensive modules covering every aspect of venture capital — from fund mechanics to career development.
Venture Capital Fundamentals
- How VC funds are structured (LP/GP dynamics)
- Fund economics: management fees, carry, and returns
- The investment lifecycle from sourcing to exit
- Understanding different fund stages and strategies
Deal Sourcing & Evaluation
- Building proprietary deal flow networks
- Evaluating inbound vs. outbound sourcing
- First-pass screening frameworks
- Market sizing and opportunity assessment
Due Diligence Deep Dive
- Commercial, technical, and legal due diligence
- Team and founder assessment frameworks
- Reference checks and background research
- Building investment memos and IC presentations
Valuation & Term Sheets
- Pre-money vs. post-money valuation methods
- SAFE notes, convertible notes, and priced rounds
- Key term sheet provisions and negotiation tactics
- Cap table modeling and dilution analysis
Portfolio Management & Value Creation
- Portfolio construction and reserve strategy
- Board governance and investor-founder dynamics
- Supporting portfolio companies through growth stages
- Managing follow-on investments and pro-rata rights
Exits, Returns & Career in VC
- Exit strategies: IPO, M&A, secondary sales
- Calculating fund returns and DPI/TVPI/IRR
- Breaking into VC: analyst to partner career path
- Building your personal brand as an investor
Learn From Active Investors
Every instructor is a currently active venture capitalist or ex-founder — not academics or retired practitioners.
Lead Instructor — VP, Credit Advisory
RBCx
Leads venture debt investments at RBCx with a ~$100M portfolio. Co-founder of Aldora Capital Partners with direct venture capital investment experience — covering deal sourcing, term sheet structuring, deal mechanics, and corporate finance from LOI to close. Former Accelerator Centre advisor who helped startups raise $29M+ in seed capital. MBA in Venture Commercialization from UNB.
Venture Capital, Corporate Finance, Term Sheets
Mentor — Investment Strategy & Financial Modeling
AlphaReal
Senior investment professional and actuary with over 20 years of experience across capital markets and investment strategy. Shajahan helps founders build the financial rigour and modeling depth that serious investors expect.
Investment Strategy, Financial Modeling, Capital MarketsVenture Capitalist
Active VC with early-stage portfolio
Announcing SoonEx-Founder
Exited founder turned investor
Announcing SoonVenture Capitalist
Partner at a growth-stage fund
Announcing SoonAdditional venture capitalists and ex-founders will be announced ahead of the August cohort.
Companies From the Nobo Ecosystem
Companies that are or have been part of Nobo's programs.
LifeOS Labs
AI operating system for humans
LifeOS Labs is part of Nobo's New Venture Creation program.
ShareDeal
Community-first grocery delivery platform
ShareDeal is part of Nobo's Investment Readiness program.
Enroll in VC School
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Venture Capital School
US$750 · 6 Weeks
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Certificate & LinkedIn Recognition
Graduates receive an official certificate, a LinkedIn recommendation from Nobo Ventures, and references up to 5 times upon request.
Partial Scholarships Available
Undergraduate, Master's, and PhD students are eligible for partial scholarships. Indicate your student status in the application and our team will follow up.
Frequently Asked Questions
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