Your Path to Becoming a World-Class Investor Starts Here
Master the Art of Venture Capital & Fund Management
Join the GCC’s leading executive program tailored for GPs, Fund Managers & Aspiring Investors. Two intensive modules. Real-world learning. Global exposure.
A Two-Module, Immersive Learning Journey
Our program combines practical learning, global exposure, and continuous mentorship to empower you with the knowledge and skills required to lead investment strategies across the GCC and beyond.
module 1
Fundamentals of a General Partner in KSA
- 8 weeks
module 2
Global
Venture Capital Immersion
- 2 weeks
Wafa Academy Certificate
Ongoing Executive Support
Course structure
MODULE 1
Mastering the Fundamentals of Venture Capital
- 8 weeks
- In-person & Hybrid
- Weeks 1-3 | In-Person Learning
- Introduction to Venture Capital & GP Role
- Building a Fund: Investment Thesis & Structure
- Sourcing & Screening Deals
- Due Diligence & Risk Assessment
- Negotiation & Deal Structuring
- Weeks 4-8 | Hybrid/Online Learning
- Portfolio Management & Scaling Startups
- Exit Strategies: IPOs, M&A, Secondary Sales
- Sourcing & Screening Deals
- Investment Challenge: Pitch to a Real Investment Committee
Outcome
- Strong foundation in venture capital investing
- Practical experience in deal evaluation & fund management
- Ready-to-execute investment thesis
module 2
Global Venture Capital Immersion
- 2 weeks
- Silicon Valley, London, Singapore & other top global VC hubs
- Private meetings with top global venture capital firms
- Startup demo days & real-world deal evaluation
- University-based venture funds exposure (Stanford, Harvard, MIT, Oxford, KAUST)
- Industry networking events & investor roundtables
- Daily masterclasses on key VC topics (Deep Tech, Exits, Scaling, etc.)
Outcome
- Build an international investment network
- First-hand insights from global VC leaders
- Direct exposure to best practices & market trends
Accredited Certificate
Your Gateway to Recognition & Credibility
Upon completion of both modules, you will receive an official, accredited Wafa Academy Certificate, jointly signed by the Academy leadership and industry experts.
This certificate represents:
- Mastery of venture capital fund management
- Enhanced credibility in the GCC & global markets
- Exclusive access to the Wafa Academy Alumni Investor Network
- Recognition by LPs, financial institutions, and government stakeholders
Ongoing Executive Support
Support Beyond the Classroom
Wafa Academy is committed to helping you not just learn—but execute.
1:1 Mentorship
Wafa Academy is committed to helping you not just learn—but execute.
Operational Support
Guidance on legal, compliance, financial, and HR aspects of fund management.
Community & Networking
Dedicated alumni community manager, investor events, workshops & private investor network access.
WHY CHOOSE WAFA ACADEMY?
Built for GCC Investors,
Backed by Global Expertise
Our Track Record
Wafa Academy’s leadership has helped design and advise on GCC most ambitious entrepreneurship hubs. Our work with Monsha’at, KAUST, Misk, and others has laid the foundation for today’s thriving startup scene. Now, we’re building the investment backbone to match it.
- Our World-Class Instructors
Ari Matityahu
Partner, Wafa Academy
Led WeWork’s expansion into Saudi Arabia and served as advisor to Mosha’at
Denes Ban
Partner, Wafa Academy
Investor in Uber, Lemonade, and Beyond Meat
Visiting experts from INSEAD, Harvard, and top VC funds
Ready to Lead the Next Generation of Investment Leaders in the GCC?
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