Michigan Ross stands out as a business school in part for its numerous action-based learning experiences. There are seven student-led investment funds at the University of Michigan, where students source real deals, make real investment decisions, and manage real capital while still in school. 

On the season 10 finale of Business Beyond Usual, our hosts sit down with 5 MBA students who are each exploring venture capital (VC) at Ross. The guests delve into what makes each of their funds unique, sharing investment theses which often focus on both financial viability and social impact. They demystify the application process, explain how the funds are structured, and take us through the investment process — from sourcing deals, to conducting due diligence, to making the final decision. 

Students pursuing VC at Ross acquire a wide variety of hard and soft skills, such as financial modeling, dealing with ambiguity, and learning how to take a bet on a team of people rather than on the product or technology alone. 

Student Led Venture Funds Featured in the Episode

Michigan Climate Venture (MCV)

Wolverine Venture Fund (WVF)

Michigan Social Venture Fund (SVF)

International Investment Fund (IIF)

Zell Lurie Commercialization Fund (ZLCF)

• Hosts: Aishwarya Raja and Oghoghosa Igbineweka
• Guests: Arsh Anand, Prithu Verma, Sunny Huang, Taku Muravu, and Ivy Lee
• Executive Producers: Aishwarya Raja and Oghoghosa Igbineweka
• Studio Producers: Jonah Brockman and Mads Henke

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