GCPE
Graduate Certificate in
Private Equity
A 12-week technical sprint built around real deal execution. You work through pipeline transactions, model outcomes, and defend recommendations under partner-level review.
This programme is designed for candidates who need proof of execution discipline, not just conceptual fluency. Every week is structured around institutional standards and decision quality.
Next cohort begins October 2026. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis with selective admission.
GCPE Cohort Snapshot
Admissions
Application-based cohort
GCPE admits by application only. Submit your profile, complete the screening assignment, and receive an offer after the fit conversation with our programme team.
Tuition is confirmed at offer stage.
10 places • Starts Oct 2026 • Selective admissions • Paid programme
Programme Structure
The GCPE Programme
One 12-week Graduate Certificate cohort. Live deal work, advanced structuring, final examination.
12 weeks
12-Week GCPE
10 spots only
Full Graduate Certificate track. Work on 4-5 deals, complete advanced structuring modules, and pass the final GCPE examination.
- Work on 4-5 real deals end-to-end
- Full due diligence experience
- Watch IC committee decisions live
- See deal sourcing to close process
- Extended partner mentorship
- Mock interviews with real PE feedback
- Advanced structuring and transaction mechanics
- Direct access to Swapnil
- Final GCPE examination and certification outcome
- Lifetime community access
12-Week GCPE - Detailed Curriculum
12 weeks of structured learning, live deal work, and certification assessment
PHASE 1: FOUNDATIONS
Weeks 1-3
PHASE 2: REAL DEAL WORK
Weeks 4-8
PHASE 3: ADVANCED STRUCTURING
Weeks 9-11
PHASE 4: CERTIFICATION
Week 12
Credential
The GCPE Graduate Charter
Completing the 12-week programme and examination confers the Graduate Certificate in Private Equity. The charter below is the credential awarded to successful candidates.
Sample Graduate Charter. Candidate name and certificate number are issued on successful completion.
Selection Process
Admissions Process
Our selective process ensures committed professionals.
Application
Submit your profile and cover letter.
Assignment
Brief deal screening task.
Partner Call
Final fit conversation with Swapnil.
Ready for the next cohort?
Join the GCPE sprint and work under personalised mentorship from a PE founder.
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