Includes bibliographical references and index.

Whether you are an entrepreneur seeking private equity finance, a private equity investor grappling with the industry's changes, or an investor interested in private equity as a potential investment, this book presents a collection of real world cases - supplemented by detailed industry notes - that explore the world of venture capital and buyout funds."--BOOK JACKET. "The organization mirrors that of the venture capital/private equity process itself: the first part explores the raising and structuring of private equity funds, as well as the perspective of investors; the second part explores the selection, oversight, and adding value to firms - the heart of the private equity cycle; the third part describes how private equity groups reap attractive returns from successful investments; the final section explores the emerging efforts to translate the private equity model into other settings, such as corporate venturing programs.