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Overview

The VC Fellowship is India and South Asia's premier venture capital training program designed for experienced professionals transitioning into startup investing and the VC ecosystem. This is HireVC's flagship program, a 13-week comprehensive curriculum with 30+ live interactive sessions delivered online. The program focuses on providing a deep understanding of venture capital foundations, investment thesis development, and portfolio management strategies.

Investment focus

The HireVC VC Fellowship Program aims to equip experienced professionals with the necessary skills and knowledge to transition into the venture capital ecosystem. It addresses the need for structured training in venture capital, focusing on practical skills and networking opportunities to enhance career prospects in the industry.

Program details

Designed for Investors, Fund Managers, Operators, Founders, Limited Partners. The program is hybrid. Participation is generally part time.

Who it is for

Target candidates include professionals with 5+ years of relevant experience such as technology leaders, product strategy professionals, corporate finance specialists, management consultants, entrepreneurs, and legal specialists in startups.

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Admissions and application

The application process is ongoing with annual cohorts. Candidates are selected based on their professional maturity and commitment to transitioning into venture capital.

Benefits

Participants benefit from a comprehensive curriculum covering venture capital foundations, regulatory requirements, financial modeling, due diligence processes, and mentorship from prominent Indian venture firms. Networking opportunities with peers and access to a lifetime alumni network are also provided.

Timeline

The program lasts for 13 weeks, consisting of 12 weeks of core content followed by 1 week of community integration. The next cohort begins on July 1st.

What came of it

20% of job-seeking alumni received interview calls from top-tier funds, with over 10% securing offers from prominent VC firms. Alumni have transitioned into various roles including VC analyst positions and strategic advisors to portfolio companies.

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What it pays

The visible public fee is INR 74,999, including live sessions, curriculum materials, mentorship, and cohort/network access. Need-based scholarships are evaluated in a personal interview after shortlisting.

Questions about this program

How much does the fellowship cost?

HireVC’s main FAQ lists INR 81,999, with 18% GST added in its pricing block. A separate reimbursement template quotes INR 74,999, and current checkout pricing is unverified. The FAQ says fees are nonrefundable after acceptance and enrollment confirmation; shortlisted applicants may be evaluated for need-based aid at interview.

How long is the fellowship, and when are sessions held?

HireVC advertises a 13-week program with roughly 30 or more live sessions. Each session lasts one to two hours and generally runs after 6 p.m. IST.

Who is the fellowship intended for?

HireVC describes it for accomplished professionals seeking startup-investing expertise. Its typical ideal-candidate profile includes five or more years of experience, but that is not stated as a hard minimum.

How are applicants selected?

A committee reviews applications and emails successful applicants about next steps. Need-based aid may be evaluated in a personal interview after shortlisting.

Do the published cohort-start dates establish the next start date?

No. HireVC’s banners give October 15 and June 1 without a year, so neither establishes a reliable current cohort start date.

About The VC Fellowship

Empowering future venture capitalists through education and mentorship.

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