Private equity and venture capital remain among the most coveted paths for Stanford GSB MBA graduates, drawing roughly a third of the class. They enter roles in buyouts, growth equity, venture investing, and crossover funds.
The best investors combine sharp analytical skills and a strategic mindset to navigate uncertainty and influence entrepreneurs, boards, and limited partners.
In this deep dive into Stanford’s MBA Curriculum for PE/VC Professionals, we help you:
• Understand the skills and knowledge the career demands
• Identify the most relevant Stanford courses and experiential programs required for a PE/VC career
• Learn how to connect those Private Equity and VC resources/experiences to your personal story in the essay
• See examples of how a candidate from a PE/VC background might structure their Why Stanford MBA pitch
