The Private Credit Program is a structured certification program maintained by Vanward Institute for Advanced Investment Studies.
The program is focused on advanced analytical capability in private lending, credit underwriting, borrower evaluation, covenant structure, risk modeling, and institutional credit decision making.
The program is designed to integrate with full time professional responsibilities while preserving institutional structure, disciplined method, and advanced level expectations.
Program Scope
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Program Focus
The Private Credit Program develops structured analytical capability across the private credit investment lifecycle.
Program focus areas include:
- Credit underwriting frameworks and borrower assessment
- Financial statement and cash flow analysis
- Coverage metrics and downside protection
- Loan structuring and covenant design
- Collateral analysis and security structures
- Credit risk modeling and stress evaluation
- Market and sector analysis in private lending
- Ongoing monitoring and portfolio level risk oversight
- Workout, restructuring, and recovery principles
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Certification
Successful completion of the program leads to Advanced Competence Certification in Private Credit.
Certification issued by Vanward Institute for Advanced Competence represents demonstrated advanced capability within the private credit domain and is intended to carry long term professional value and institutional credibility.
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Structure and Duration
The program follows a structured institutional framework with a target completion period of three months.
Participants progress through defined modules at their own pace. Additional time is permitted where required to meet the Institute’s certification standard.
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Admission
Admission is processed on a rolling basis. Places are confirmed in the order applications are received.
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Tuition
Tuition for the Private Credit Program is 9,999 USD.
Enrollment is confirmed upon acceptance and receipt of tuition payment.
Intended Participants
The program is intended for professionals who:
- Allocate or evaluate capital in private credit and direct lending contexts
- Operate in credit focused investment or advisory roles
- Require structured frameworks for underwriting and risk assessment
- Seek formal certification reflecting advanced private credit competence
Application
Begin the admission process for the Private Credit Program.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and confirmed in the order received.
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All information submitted is used solely for admission and enrollment purposes.
The Institute does not share applicant data with external parties.
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