Invest Like a Founder
Angel investing, startup equity, and portfolio construction for high-income earners ready to grow wealth.
Instructor
Miriam Osei
What you'll learn
Angel investing, startup equity, and portfolio construction for high-income earners ready to grow wealth.
This course is designed for advanced-level learners who want practical, no-nonsense instruction. By the end, you'll have the skills and confidence to apply everything immediately — no fluff, no filler.
With 1.3k students already enrolled, this is one of the most trusted courses in the finance space on Courzio. Taught by Miriam Osei, a practitioner who's been in the trenches — not just teaching theory.
Course Curriculum
1Angel Investing Basics
- How startup fundraising works
- SAFE notes & priced rounds
- Valuation fundamentals
2Deal Flow & Sourcing
- Building your network as an angel
- Evaluating pitch decks
- Due diligence checklist
3Portfolio Construction
- Diversification in early-stage investing
- Reserve strategy for follow-ons
- Expected loss & power law returns
4Equity & Compensation
- Understanding your cap table
- Secondary markets for startup equity
- Negotiating advisor shares
5Tax & Legal
- QSBS tax exclusion
- Setting up an LLC for investing
- Reporting requirements
About the Instructor
Miriam Osei
Independent Finance Educator
Miriam is an independent educator and practitioner with deep expertise in finance. Having taught 1.3k students on Courzio, they bring real-world experience and a no-nonsense teaching style that cuts straight to what matters.