Mastering Private Capital Fund Services: Structures, Compliance, and Operations 

Course Overview

The Mastering Private Capital Fund Services: Structures, Compliance, and Operations provides a comprehensive foundation in the structure, operations, and dynamics of private capital funds, with a particular emphasis on emerging markets and Africa. It is specifically tailored for professionals in Mauritius who support or work within the private capital fund management industry and wish to strengthen their understanding of private equity, venture capital, private debt, infrastructure, and real asset funds. 

This masterclass addresses the core concepts and practices that fund service providers, lawyers, administrators, auditors, accountants, and banks should understand to effectively support private capital funds. It aims to build a shared understanding of the structures, terminology, strategies, roles, and desired outcomes that underpin successful private equity and venture capital fund operations. International best practices are presented across all stages of the fund lifecycle, from formation to portfolio management and exit, with a focus on how service providers contribute to each phase. 

The sessions are structured sequentially, with each building on the knowledge from the previous one to ensure a coherent learning journey. Designed to be interactive, the masterclass combines presentations, discussions, real-life examples, and group exercises to engage participants actively. Participants are encouraged to contribute their insights, ask questions, and share experiences throughout the sessions. A collaborative and open atmosphere will be fostered to support peer learning and practical exploration of the challenges and responsibilities unique to fund support roles. Illustrative cases, based on real situations (with names and details modified for confidentiality), will be used to ground discussions in actual fund scenarios. Session timing may be adjusted to allow deeper exploration of topics that are of particular interest to participants. 

We are confident that participants will leave with valuable and actionable insights into the functioning of private capital funds and the essential role service providers play in enabling their success. Covering the full fund lifecycle from formation and structuring to administration, compliance, valuation, and reporting, the masterclass will equip participants with a clearer understanding of their responsibilities and the expectations of fund investors, guided by international best practices. 

Key Takeaways

 ✔ Gain practical insight into structuring, managing and operating Africa-focused funds 
 ✔ Understand the regulatory and tax benefits of Mauritius as a fund domicile 
 ✔ Participate in a real-world case study on structuring African Growth Partners Fund II 
 ✔ Learn how fund service providers can strengthen governance, ESG, compliance and investor confidence 

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