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Author:
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Level:
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Study time:
120 minutes
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Course overview
This playlist explains how private equity works across the full investment journey, from ecosystem basics and fund formation to fundraising, fees, leverage, capital structures, growth equity, carry and exit dynamics. It connects core concepts with current market pressures, helping learners understand both the mechanics of private equity and today’s strategic challenges.
What's Included?
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11 videos
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Understand how private equity really works, and how money, incentives and strategy drive returns across the full fund cycle.
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Insights from a #1 ranked data-driven analyst
Who is this for?
This playlist is for aspiring private equity professionals, investment analysts, finance students, early-career associates and curious investors who want a structured understanding of the asset class. It suits beginners needing foundations, as well as intermediate learners looking to sharpen commercial judgement around fund economics, deal structures and portfolio decision-making.
Why is this important?
Each programme is structured as a clear, chronological playlist, guiding you through concepts step by step so you can build understanding properly. Learn at your own pace, revisit material when needed, and develop skills in a logical sequence designed to support long-term mastery.
Geoff Robinson
FCA FMVA MFM
Thought leader, instructor, writer, financial influencer, Former UBS Managing Director and 10x #1 ranked analysts EMEA Institutional Investor Survey.
ABOUT Geoff
Geoff has had a varied career. He was a Managing Director within UBS Equity Research, leading their Global Fundamental Analytics franchise. During this time, he was #1, ranked 10x in the EMEA Institutional Investor Survey. Before UBS, he was a material equity investor and LBO co-investor in two market exited training consultancies. Geoff has a passion for learning and is well-known for his ability to break down complex subject matter and distil it to an audience in a digestible and engaging manner.
TheInvestmentAnalyst.com is a global investment education and training business founded by Geoff Robinson, formerly a 10x Number 1 ranked analyst, and UBS Managing Director. Our InsightOne App is designed for individuals to develop real-life investment analysis skills through AI-powered coaching, market simulation and interactive data tools. Our In-Person Training delivers expert-led programmes for universities, corporate teams and financial institutions worldwide.
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