Curriculum - VC Lab

VC Lab has developed a wealth of resources to help start your venture capital firm.

Launch your venture capital fund with confidence. In just 14 weeks, the VC Lab curriculum guides you step-by-step through critical tasks, supported by Sprints, AI tools, live sessions, and expert feedback—preparing you to achieve your first close in six months or less.

Our Typical Weekly Schedule

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Week 1

Thesis Development

Meeting the community of emerging managers and leaders in VC industry
Drafting the investment thesis
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Week 2

Venture Team

Reflecting on the team and required roles
Quantifying the network
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Week 3

Deal Warehouse

Examining track record
Identifying future portfolio companies
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Week 4

Thesis Review

Validating your investment thesis with experts
Preparing initial pitching materials
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Week 5

Fund Positioning

Developing your brand and identity
Defining the fund details

Week 6

Fund Presentation

Creating a world-class presentation
Selecting crucial tools and platforms

Week 7

Initial Pitch Meetings

Pitching LPs for feedback
Starting relationship tracking and management
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Week 8

Fund Presentation Review

Validating your presentation with experts
Securing initial PACT LP commitments

Week 9

Fund Economics

Refining the economic model for your fund
Defining the terms of the fund
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Week 10

Fund Overview & Deal Room

Continuing to pitch LPs
Optimizing fund terms

Week 11

Pitch Meetings & Funnel

Building LP funnel
Preparing for diligence on upcoming investments
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Week 12

Pipeline Review

Validating your fundraising progress with experts

Week 13

Fund Partnerships

Forming industry partnerships for deal flow and credibility
Identifying legal support
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Week 14

Fund Closing Strategy

Formulate a strategy to close the fund
Drafting the term sheet
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Additional Resources

Set yourself up for success with resources tailored to guide you through the foundational steps of launching a venture capital fund. From defining your thesis to determining your fund size and crafting your competitive advantage, explore these tools to build a strong foundation before the program begins.