Schulich Masterclass Certificate in Venture Capital

Level Up with PRASHANT MATTA, Managing Partner at Panache Ventures

Learn how venture capitalists evaluate opportunities, structure deals, and work with founders post-investment — and how to apply these insights whether you’re raising capital, leading a startup, or supporting ventures as an ecosystem advisor. This program gives you insider access to the strategies, deal flows, and investor relationships that drive success in venture capital.

Prashant Matta is a Managing Partner at Panache Ventures and has helped the firm invest in over 100 early-stage companies. Read more about Prashant here.

Limited scholarships available.

Unlock the Secrets of the Venture Capital Industry

Venture Capital fuels some of the most innovative companies of our time — but understanding how it works can be a game-changer whether you’re a founder, startup executive, or ecosystem leader. Learn from Prashant Matta, Managing Partner at one of Canada’s most active early-stage funds, how VC firms source deals, evaluate opportunities, and create value after the investment.

This Masterclass blends real-world investment insights with practical applications for raising capital, managing investor relationships, and making strategic decisions that attract funding. Alongside the curriculum, you’ll expand your network with founders, operators, and venture professionals — and gain direct access to Prashant for mentorship and feedback.

Each cohort, there are a limited number of students who are accepted as Schulich Venture Scholars. This scholarship empowers high-potential venture leaders to access SVA’s programming. Ideal for founders and executives driving innovation, the program supports those committed to scaling ventures with impact.

Want to know if you are eligible for one of our limited Venture Scholar spots? Contact Shivam Sharma, Assistant Director, to learn more.

Email: [email protected]

Cell: (647) 779-3083

Cover the basics of how a VC makes money. Learn how the underlying economics of a venture fund guides the philosophy and decision-making of an investor.

Understand how an investment philosophy and mission dictate the scope of your investment parameters.

Use the B2B software industry, one of the most treasured business models in the startup industry, as an example to contextualize the different stages in a startup’s lifecycle.

Build an investment thesis for an example startup or technology trend. Discuss research techniques, thesis development, and ways to build investment conviction.

Get immersed in an example case study to understand founder/investor negotiations. Dive into concepts such as term sheets, legal processes, and closing deals.

Explore the necessary actions for managing an investment portfolio, from tactical advice on product-market-fit to board governance.

Celebrate your program graduation with Program Instructor Prashant Matta, Senior Leaders in the Venture Ecosystem and Leaders from the Schulich Startups Community. An opportunity to make in-person connections with top professionals and network for future job opportunities. Hosted in downtown Toronto at Schulich ExecEd.

Gain insider knowledge of how investors evaluate opportunities, structure deals, and create value post-investment — so you can raise capital more effectively and build lasting investor relationships.

Understand venture capital decision-making to align operational strategies with funding milestones and position your company for long-term growth.

Strengthen your venture investment literacy to better support portfolio companies, guide fundraising efforts, and connect founders with the right capital partners.

Apply investor-level thinking to strengthen your fundraising strategy, board relationships, and scaling decisions.

Build credibility and connections that set you apart when working with investors, raising capital, or supporting high-growth ventures.

Gain direct access to Prashant Matta’s expertise, with practical lessons grounded in real investment and founder support experience.

Join a curated community of founders, executives, and ecosystem leaders. Build relationships that drive opportunities, collaborations, and venture growth.