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Private Equity: Deal Structuring, Recapitalizations, and Exit Strategies

Advanced strategies in deal structuring, LBOs, and financial modeling.

17.5h (5 days)

€775 - €1,375

Face-to-face

English

Program date: July 7 - 11, 2025

Application deadline: June 30, 2025

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Private Equity: Deal Structuring, Recapitalizations, and Exit Strategies

Applications for 2025 Summer School programs are now open!

Summer school

Finance

Private Equity: Deal Structuring, Recapitalizations, and Exit Strategies

Course Overview

This intensive five-day course offers a comprehensive overview of the private equity (PE) industry, focusing on the practical aspects of deal structuring, leveraged buyouts (LBOs), financial engineering, recapitalizations, distressed investing, and strategic exits. Designed for students with a solid background in corporate finance, the course equips participants with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the full lifecycle of private equity transactions.

Each morning, participants will attend a series of lectures and case discussions that delve into critical topics. In the afternoons, students will engage in practical exercises and Excel-based case work, applying their knowledge to build financial models and analyze real-world PE transactions. These interactive sessions are designed to foster hands-on learning in LBO valuation and modeling and leveraged recapitalization strategies.

By the end of the course, participants will gain a robust understanding of private equity’s operational and financial strategies, allowing them to critically evaluate investment opportunities and execute complex PE deals from acquisition to exit.

Teaching Faculty

Gain a deeper understanding of the practical aspects of the private equity (PE) industry

This course is designed for:

Students with a corporate finance background and are interested in the private equity transaction lifecycle

Gain a comprehensive overview of PE transactions and their full lifecycle, from acquisition to exit

Upon completion of this course, you will:

Have a deep understanding of private equity deal processes and strategies
Gain practical knowledge and skills in financial modeling, LBO valuation, and strategic exits
Gain the ability to critically evaluate PE investment opportunities and execute complex deals
Be able to translate theory into practical skills, preparing you for real-world PE transactions

Program Syllabus for Private Equity: Deal Structuring, Recapitalizations, and Exit Strategies

The course combines morning lectures and case discussions with afternoon practical exercises.

Participants utilize Excel in afternoon sessions to practice financial modeling and deal structuring based on real-world PE scenarios.

Day 1

Lecture: Overview of PE, fund structures, key players, and role in corporate finance
Discussion: A case study on a buyout deal, focusing on financial structure and risks

Day 2

Leveraged Buyouts (LBOs) and Financial Engineering

Lecture: Detailed mechanics of LBOs, deal structuring, debt, and value drivers
Discussion: LBO modeling using a high-profile case

Day 3

Recapitalizations and Corporate Policies

Lecture: Dividend recapitalizations, corporate governance, and operational improvements
Discussion: A case of a PE firm using recapitalization strategies

Day 4

Distressed Investing and Turnarounds

Lecture: Distressed investing and turnaround strategies
Discussion: A case study on restructuring a distressed company

Day 5

Exit Strategies and PE Performance

Lecture: IPOs, M&A, and secondary sales
Discussion: Case on a PE firm’s strategic exit

Afternoons

The afternoon sessions (5 sessions of 1.5 hours each) will be dedicated to solving two cases:

LBO valuation and modeling
Leveraged recapitalization

List of References

Participants will be provided with lecture slides and case studies during the course.

What makes this course different from others on a similar topic?

This course covers the full lifecycle of private equity, from acquisition to exit, with a focus on practical applications like LBOs, recapitalizations, and distressed investing
Engage in Excel-based financial modeling during the afternoon sessions, providing hands-on experience in building and analyzing PE deal structures
Use real-world cases (e.g., TXU’s LBO, Hertz’s IPO) to teach complex PE concepts helping students apply theory to actual business scenarios
Learn with expert faculty that bring cutting-edge insights into private equity and corporate finance

Why join our Summer School?

All BSE Summer courses are taught to the same high standard as our Master’s programs. Join us to:

1

Network with like-minded peers

2

Study in vibrant Barcelona

3

Learn from world-renowned faculty

Admissions and Requirements

All BSE Summer School applicants must meet the entrance requirements.

Program date: July 7 - 11, 2025

Application deadline: June 30, 2025

Requirements

Summer School applicants normally demonstrate one or more of the following:

A strong background in Economics or a field closely related to the course topic (Statistics, Law, etc.)
Postgraduate degree or current Master’s/PhD studies related to the course topic
Relevant professional experience

Requirements for Private Equity, Deal Structuring, Recapitalizations, and Exit Strategies

Participants must have a strong background in corporate finance
Participants must have a good understanding of accounting

Schedule

Here is your schedule for this edition of BSE Finance Summer School Advanced Portfolio Management course.

Time

7

mon

8

tue

9

wed

10

thu

11

fri

11:30 - 13:30

Lecture

14:30 - 16:00

Practical

Credit Transfers (ECTS)

Students wishing to do a credit transfer will be graded based on the presentation of business case studies discussed in class.

Consult the Summer School Admissions page for more information about this option.

Certificate of Attendance

Participants who attend more than 80% of the course will receive a Certificate of Attendance, free of charge.

Fees

Multiple course discounts are available, consult our fees and discounts to learn more. Fees for courses in other Summer School programs may vary.

Course

Advanced Portfolio Management

Private Equity: Deal Structuring, Recapitalizations, and Exit Strategies

Modality

Face-to-face

Total Hours

17.5

ECTS

1

Regular Fee

1,375€

Reduced Fee*

775€

*Reduced Fee applies for PhD or Master’s students, Alumni of BSE Master’s programs, and participants who are unemployed.

FAQ

Here are some commonly asked questions by participants. Any further queries, please contact our Admissions Team.

Can I see the full Summer School calendar?

You can view the full Summer School calendar here.

Is accommodation included in the course fee?

Accommodation is not included in the course fee. Participants are responsible for finding accommodation.

Are the sessions recorded?

Sessions will NOT be recorded; however, the materials provided by the professor will be available for a month after the course has finished.

How much does each Summer School course cost?

Fees for each course may vary. Please consult each course page for accurate information.

Are there any discounts available?

Yes, BSE offers a variety of discounts on its Summer School courses. See more information about available discounts or request a personalized discount quote by email.