Alternative investments : CAIA level I

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The official CAIA Level 1 curriculum book, updated for the March 2016 exam, serves as the essential resource for the Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst Level 1 professional examination. It lays a solid foundation in alternative investment markets, exploring various hedge fund strategies and the statistics used to assess investment performance. Readers will gain familiarity with alternative investment terminology and develop the computational skills necessary to tackle investment challenges. Covering key topics from strategy characteristics to portfolio management, this updated third edition aligns with the latest exam requirements and includes valuable ancillaries such as a workbook, study guide, learning objectives, and an ethics handbook. While traditional investment education often overlooks alternative assets, the CAIA designation addresses the significant growth in this area, establishing itself as the leading educational standard. This book is your official study guide, equipping you with the knowledge needed to succeed on the CAIA Level I exam, excluding ethics, which is covered separately. Understand the complexities of alternative asset classes, learn quantitative techniques used by professionals, and master the core material necessary for the exam. With over 300 financial institutions and hedge funds endorsing the CAIA exam, this credential is increasingly recognized as essential for anyone in the alternative i