Private Credit Program

Program Start Date: March 5 2026

The Private Credit Program provides a structured study of credit underwriting, loan structuring and risk evaluation within private lending markets.

The program emphasizes the analytical and financial principles used to evaluate borrowers, structure credit instruments and assess long term credit risk.

Program Overview

The Private Credit Program examines the frameworks and analytical processes used in direct lending and private credit evaluation.

Key areas of study include:

  • Credit underwriting methods
  • Borrower financial analysis
  • Cash flow evaluation and coverage assessment
  • Loan structuring and covenant design
  • Collateral assessment and security structure
  • Credit risk modeling
  • Market analysis in private lending
  • Monitoring and ongoing portfolio evaluation
  • Workout and restructuring principles

Program Structure and Duration

The program is delivered fully online through a structured sequence of modules. Participants progress at a defined pace and complete the full curriculum over a twelve week period. The expected study commitment is eight to ten hours per week.

Certification

Participants who complete the full program receive a formal certificate issued by the Vanward Institute for Advanced Investment Studies.

The certificate confirms demonstrated competence in:

  • Credit underwriting
  • Cash flow analysis
  • Risk evaluation
  • Loan structure and covenant design

Admission

Admission is processed on a rolling basis and places are confirmed in the order applications are received for the March 2026 start.

Tuition

Tuition for the program is 9 999 USD.

Who the Program Is For

Participant Profile

The program is intended for:

  • Individuals allocating capital to private credit or direct lending
  • Investors seeking structured methods for credit evaluation
  • Participants who require disciplined frameworks for underwriting
  • Individuals managing private portfolios with credit exposure
  • Participants who value analytical precision and structured financial evaluation

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Begin the admission process for the Private Credit Program. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and confirmed in the order they are received. Accepted applicants receive formal enrollment instructions for the March 2026 start.

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