The street smart MBA for founders raising
venture
QAI is a SEC-pending certification program designed to test and measure venture acumen. Many founders and investors make mistakes—not because they lack capability, but because they don't understand the game they're playing. Get certified in just 4 weeks!
The street smart MBA for founders raising
venture
QAI is a SEC-pending certification program designed to test and measure venture acumen. Many founders and investors make mistakes—not because they lack capability, but because they don't understand the game they're playing. Get certified in just 4 weeks!
The street smart MBA for founders raising
venture
QAI is a SEC-pending certification program designed to test and measure venture acumen. Many founders and investors make mistakes—not because they lack capability, but because they don't understand the game they're playing. Get certified in just 4 weeks!
Organizations with employees that are QAI Certified
Venture upskillers
love the QAI Program
If you are committed, our programs will level-up your understanding of how to build, adapt, and create wealth.
Katie Hestor
Launch NY
QAI helped sharpen my knowledge of startup investing by covering the startup world comprehensively, from regulations and fundamentals to deal analysis and deal arrangement. I could even put my learning to work via the Fantasy Startup investing simulation!
Katie Hestor
Launch NY
QAI helped sharpen my knowledge of startup investing by covering the startup world comprehensively, from regulations and fundamentals to deal analysis and deal arrangement. I could even put my learning to work via the Fantasy Startup investing simulation!
Landon Young
Elevate Ventures
I’ve been investing in pre-seed startups for over 10 years but still walked away with valuable learnings. The investment landscape is constantly changing and there’s no better time to up your game. Consider QAI as the next step in your journey.
Landon Young
Elevate Ventures
I’ve been investing in pre-seed startups for over 10 years but still walked away with valuable learnings. The investment landscape is constantly changing and there’s no better time to up your game. Consider QAI as the next step in your journey.
Satya Moolani
First-time Founder
QAI was the perfect stepping stone for me to learn about the VC landscape. I have always had an entrepreneurial spirit, and QAI really helped explain the financial side of growth, fundraising, and VC. 10/10 would recommend!
Satya Moolani
First-time Founder
QAI was the perfect stepping stone for me to learn about the VC landscape. I have always had an entrepreneurial spirit, and QAI really helped explain the financial side of growth, fundraising, and VC. 10/10 would recommend!
Matt Panucci
C-Suite Executive, Angel Investor
QAI is for anyone who is serious about enhancing their financial sophistication, understanding private markets, and building a toolkit for disciplined venture investing.
Matt Panucci
C-Suite Executive, Angel Investor
QAI is for anyone who is serious about enhancing their financial sophistication, understanding private markets, and building a toolkit for disciplined venture investing.
Brian Belley
VP of Product, Kingscrowd
As a seasoned angel and crowdfund investor, I had always taken my startup investing seriously, but lacked any formal avenues for recognizing my efforts and taking my investing knowledge to the next level. The QAI program is more than just a certification and program of study; it connects you with some of the brightest minds in the space of startup investing and has something to offer everyone - whether you are just starting out or an experienced investor.
Brian Belley
VP of Product, Kingscrowd
As a seasoned angel and crowdfund investor, I had always taken my startup investing seriously, but lacked any formal avenues for recognizing my efforts and taking my investing knowledge to the next level. The QAI program is more than just a certification and program of study; it connects you with some of the brightest minds in the space of startup investing and has something to offer everyone - whether you are just starting out or an experienced investor.
What we certify
QAI Written Exam
The written exam consists of 100 multiple choice items which are distributed among twelve (12) major content areas
SEC Rules & Regulations
Investing Fundamentals
Deal Evaluation & Scoring
Revenue Modeling & Strategies
Financial Statements
Financial Projections
Valuation Principles & Modeling
The Equity Stack
Capitalization Tables
Waterfall Calculations
Deal Terms
Due Diligence
What we certify
QAI Written Exam
The written exam consists of 100 multiple choice items which are distributed among twelve (12) major content areas
SEC Rules & Regulations
Investing Fundamentals
Deal Evaluation & Scoring
Revenue Modeling & Strategies
Financial Statements
Financial Projections
Valuation Principles & Modeling
The Equity Stack
Capitalization Tables
Waterfall Calculations
Deal Terms
Due Diligence
Test Your Knowledge
Take the free assessment
Individuals can apply to take the QAI exam at any time, but it is essential to note that the written exam is highly rigorous. Take the Free Assessment to determine if you’re ready to take the full exam.
Test Your Knowledge
Take the free assessment
Individuals can apply to take the QAI exam at any time, but it is essential to note that the written exam is highly rigorous. Take the Free Assessment to determine if you’re ready to take the full exam.
Venture upskillers love the QAI Program
If you are committed, our programs will level-up your understanding of how to build, adapt, and create wealth.
Katie Hestor
Launch NY
QAI helped sharpen my knowledge of startup investing by covering the startup world comprehensively, from regulations and fundamentals to deal analysis and deal arrangement. I could even put my learning to work via the Fantasy Startup investing simulation!
Landon Young
Elevate Ventures
I’ve been investing in pre-seed startups for over 10 years but still walked away with valuable learnings. The investment landscape is constantly changing and there’s no better time to up your game. Consider QAI as the next step in your journey.
Satya Moolani
First-time Founder
QAI was the perfect stepping stone for me to learn about the VC landscape. I have always had an entrepreneurial spirit, and QAI really helped explain the financial side of growth, fundraising, and VC. 10/10 would recommend!
Matt Panucci
C-Suite Executive, Angel Investor
QAI is for anyone who is serious about enhancing their financial sophistication, understanding private markets, and building a toolkit for disciplined venture investing.
Brian Belley
VP of Product, Kingscrowd
As a seasoned angel and crowdfund investor, I had always taken my startup investing seriously, but lacked any formal avenues for recognizing my efforts and taking my investing knowledge to the next level. The QAI program is more than just a certification and program of study; it connects you with some of the brightest minds in the space of startup investing and has something to offer everyone - whether you are just starting out or an experienced investor.
The 3-step path to Mastery
The 3-step path to Mastery
Never again will you be in a room and not know exactly what is happening
Step 1.
Study the 14 Module Sets, watch 10 hours of course videos, and test your knowledge with practice quizzes
Study the 14 Module Sets, watch 10 hours of course videos, and test your knowledge with practice quizzes
Course Structure: Self-Guided
Step 2.
Sit for the QAI Exam (based on SEC / FINRA exam requirements)
Sit for the QAI Exam (based on SEC / FINRA exam requirements)
100 questions, 3.25 hours
Passing Score: 70% or better
Step 3.
Achieve certification and join a growing global community of QAI certified investors.
Achieve certification and join a growing global community of QAI certified investors.
FAQ
Why was QAI launched?
Has the QAI program been approved by the SEC to certify investors as accredited?
How reputable is the QAI Certification?
How much time will I have to invest in getting certified?
Do I receive a physical or digital certificate?
Is there a money-backed guarantee if I’m not 100% satisfied?
I’m a Founder, why should I be QAI Certified?
I’m an Investor, why should I be QAI Certified?
I’m a Venture Lawyer, should I be QAI Certified?
I’m a Wealth Advisor, should I be QAI Certified?
What happens once I’m certified?
QAI PRICING
Enroll in QAI today and earn an MBA in Venture
Compare this to traditional venture teaching programs that cost $2000 - $10,000
Undergrad & MBA Student
$99
/one-time
QAI Exam manual mailed
10 hours of video learning
300+ practice questions
1 Attempt to sit for certification exam
Certification placed on blockchain
Professional
$299
/one-time
QAI Exam manual mailed
10 hours of video learning
300+ practice questions
1 attempt to sit for certification exam
Certification place on blockchain
QAI PRICING
Enroll in QAI today and earn an MBA in Venture
Compare this to traditional venture teaching programs that cost $2000 - $10,000
Undergrad & MBA Student
$99
/one-time
QAI Exam manual mailed
10 hours of video learning
300+ practice questions
1 Attempt to sit for certification exam
Certification placed on blockchain
Professional
$299
/one-time
QAI Exam manual mailed
10 hours of video learning
300+ practice questions
1 attempt to sit for certification exam
Certification place on blockchain
QAI PRICING
Enroll in QAI today and earn an MBA in Venture
Compare this to traditional venture teaching programs that cost $2000 - $10,000
Undergrad & MBA Student
$99
/one-time
QAI Exam manual mailed
10 hours of video learning
300+ practice questions
1 Attempt to sit for certification exam
Certification placed on blockchain
Professional
$299
/one-time
QAI Exam manual mailed
10 hours of video learning
300+ practice questions
1 attempt to sit for certification exam
Certification place on blockchain
The 3-step path to Mastery
Never again will you be in a room and not know exactly what is happening
Step 1.
Study the 14 Module Sets, watch 10 hours of course videos, and test your knowledge with practice quizzes
Course Structure: Self-Guided
Step 2.
Sit for the QAI Exam (based on SEC / FINRA exam requirements)
100 questions, 3.25 hours
Passing Score: 70% or better
Step 3.
Achieve certification and join a growing global community of QAI certified investors.
