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Students learn and work as analysts in teams to conduct real diligence on prospective early-stage venture investments. Using professional venture evaluation frameworks, they assess market opportunity, product fit, founder character, a critical but often overlooked dimension of early-stage evaluation, team capabilities, financials, risks, and potential impact. Analyst work emphasizes integrity in sourcing, thorough note-taking, and clear, evidence-based conclusions. Deliverables mirror professional practice, including diligence memos, reference checks, and investment committee presentations that prioritize clarity, evidence, and sound judgment. As an elective, it provides additional depth for interested students.