For 33 years the Venture Capital Institute has offered to more than 4,400 venture capital professionals what is viewed as both a “required course” for newcomers to the industry and an excellent continuing professional education program for those already involved. The Venture Capital Institute (VCI) is an intense, four-day, in-residence program conducted by experienced venture capital managers, investors, and attorneys who are recognized experts in their fields and committed to sharing their knowledge and experiences. 

VCI combines lectures, case studies, written outlines, and reference materials covering all the primary elements of the direct venture investing process.  The Institute attracts attendees from around the world who benefit not only from the practical knowledge they take from the program but also from the relationships they form with their peers in the venture capital industry. 

VCI is sponsored by the National Association of Small Business Investment Companies, and programs are developed and coordinated by the association’s Education Committee.  The Institute is refined and improved each year to reflect changes in investment strategies and cyclical industry conditions.  The curriculum offers fresh, innovative techniques for the traditional aspects of the venture investing process, including due diligence; ethical considerations; pricing, structuring, and negotiating deals; preparing profitable exit strategies; and understanding current tax and legal issues affecting investments. 

The 33rd Annual Venture Capital Institute was held September 30-October 3, 2007, at the Emory Conference Center in Atlanta, GA.  The 34th Annual VCI is set for September 15-18, 2008, at Emory.

Explore the Institute's 2008 agenda here, familiarize yourself with the faculty here, and learn more about the Emory Conference Center facility here.

Register via our online form here.