Abstract
This case describes how Peby Gao, a gaming product manager, pursued his second career by earning an MBA, transforming himself into a venture capitalist, and quickly adapting himself to the new job. Gao’s experience can be a good reference for MBA students, helping them understand how to make early career transitions and decisions, as well as the impact of geographical and job flexibility on career development. This case also describes in detail the smart home industry as a topic in the venture capital industry. Students can further understand how venture capitalists find projects, make valuation judgments, invest in projects, and provide post-investment services through the case. The text offers practical guidance for the career development of MBA students who plan to transition to venture capital.
Translated title of the contribution | Peby Gao: The Career Development of a Venture Capitalist |
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Original language | Chinese (Simplified) |
Number of pages | 9 |
Publication status | Published - 30 Jun 2019 |
Case number
HRM-19-582Case normative number
HRM-19-582-CCCase type
Field CaseUpdate date
21/10/2021Supplement
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China Europe International Business SchoolKeywords
- career transition
- MBA education
- Venture Capital
- smart home
- Career Development
Case studies discipline
- General Management
- Human Resource Management
- Others
Case studies industry
- Information, Media & Telecommunications
- Finance and Insurance
- Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services