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NITA AccreditedIntermediatePhysical + Virtual5 daysTOPF592

Training on Pension Fund Private Equity & Venture Capital Investing

Strengthen pension fund governance and returns through private market investing.

Next intake

20 Jul 2026 · Dakar

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Duration

5 days

Live instruction

Delivery

Physical + Virtual

Cohort based

Level

Intermediate

Working professionals

Certification

NITA reimbursable

For Kenyan cohorts

Language

English

All materials

Overview

About this programme

Private Equity (PE) and Venture Capital (VC) have become increasingly important asset training for pension funds seeking enhanced returns, diversification, and long-term value creation. However, these investments introduce unique governance, liquidity, valuation, and risk management considerations that require informed oversight and disciplined decision-making.

This training builds practical understanding of how pension funds can participate in private equity and venture capital responsibly-covering fund structures, investment processes, due diligence, performance measurement, and governance framework -while remaining aligned with fiduciary duties and regulatory expectations.

Duration

5 Days

Who Should Attend

  • Pension fund trustees and board members

  • Investment committee members

  • Pension fund managers and administrators

  • Fund managers and investment analysts

  • Risk, compliance, and governance officers

  • Regulators and policy professionals

Learning outcomes

What you'll walk away with

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand private equity and venture capital as pension asset classes

  • Evaluate PE and VC fund structures and strategies

  • Apply due diligence and risk assessment frameworks

  • Assess performance, valuation, and liquidity implications

  • Strengthen trustee and committee oversight of alternative investments

Course modules

What we cover, module by module

Module 1: Introduction to Private Equity & Venture Capital for Pensions

  • Overview of PE and VC investment concepts

  • Differences between PE, VC, and listed equity

  • Role of alternatives in pension portfolios

  • Fiduciary considerations and regulatory context

  • Case Study: Pension fund allocation to private markets

Module 2: PE & VC Fund Structures and Investment Models

  • Limited partnership structures and fund lifecycles

  • General partner vs limited partner roles

  • Investment strategies: buyout, growth, venture, infrastructure

  • Fees, carried interest, and incentives

  • Case Study: Understanding a PE fund structure

Module 3: Due Diligence, Risk & Valuation

  • Manager selection and track record analysis

  • Investment risk, liquidity risk, and concentration risk

  • Valuation methods for unlisted investments

  • Legal and operational due diligence

  • Case Study: Assessing a PE/VC investment proposal

Module 4: Portfolio Construction & Performance Monitoring 

  • Allocation sizing and pacing strategies

  • Managing liquidity and cash flow commitments

  • Performance measurement and benchmarking

  • Monitoring fund managers and reporting

  • Practical Session: Designing a PE/VC allocation framework

Module 5: Governance, Oversight & Exit Strategies 

  • Governance structures for alternative investments

  • Trustee and investment committee responsibilities

  • Exit strategies and realization of value

  • Lessons learned and best practices

  • Practical Session: Developing a PE/VC governance checklist

Impact

Where the change lands

Individual Impact

  • Improved confidence in evaluating PE and VC proposals

  • Enhanced ability to question managers and advisors

  • Stronger governance and oversight capabilities

Organizational Impact

  • Better-informed alternative investment decisions

  • Improved portfolio diversification and risk management

  • Stronger alignment with long-term return objectives

Dates and locations

Upcoming intakes

Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.

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FAQs

Common questions.

Still not sure? Send us a note and a facilitator will get back to you within a business day.

To build trustee and investment capacity in private equity and venture capital investing.

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