Private Equity Institute
Oxford Chicago Global Private Equity Challenge
The Oxford Chicago Global Private Equity Challenge is run in association with the University of Oxford's Private Equity Institute and the University of Chicago's Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation. The Challenge will alternate between Oxford and Chicago.
Students from each institution will work in teams to assess the potential for a private equity investment (LBO) of a publicly-listed company. These recommendations will be evaluated by members of the Oxford Chicago Investment Committee.
How to enter
The Challenge is open to University of Oxford and Chicago Booth students. University of Oxford students must be registered on the Oxford Saïd Finance Lab to be eligible to apply. Selection guidelines for each school will be provided during class. Each team will consist of four students, a mentor and a member of the respective Centre.
Closing date
Awards
The winning team receives a cash prize.
2016 Results can be found here
The Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation at Chicago Booth advances the knowledge and practice of entrepreneurship and innovation through a broad range of activities, including academic research, conferences, competitions, and global and community outreach. The Polsky Center is the foremost resource for University of Chicago students and alumni as they pursue entrepreneurial endeavours and private equity careers.