Advancement Prospects
Unlike principals and some associates, analysts are not on the partner track. Most analysts typically work at a venture capital firm for two to three years before leaving to earn their MBAs, work in operation roles at a portfolio company, or found a start-up.
An analyst who earns an MBA and obtains some operational and entrepreneurial experience might return to a VC firm as an associate or principal. After years of experience, they can advance to the position of general partner, and then managing partner. Some choose to work at portfolio companies or other businesses, with the most skilled gradually advancing to the positions of chief financial officer, CEO, and chief operating officer.
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