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CAIA Level II: Advanced Core Topics in Alternative Investments (9780470694268): Melissa Donohue, Urbi Garay, Ernest Jaffarian, Francois Lhabitant, Pierre-Yves Mathonet, Thomas Meyer, Richard Spurgin, Simon Stevenson, Kathryn Wilkens-Christopher: Books. Success in today's complex world of alternative investments (AI) demands a strong foundation of knowledge and an unwavering dedication to professionalism. But up until a few years ago, no structured program had existed to address these needs.Sponsored by the CAIA Association, the Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA) designation is the only educational standard uniquely designed for individuals specializing in alternative investments. Covering hedge funds, real estate, private equity, commodities and managed futures, and credit derivatives, the CAIA charter demonstrates one's commitment to professionalism and command of AI's unique fundamentals—setting you and your firm apart from the competition.The CAIA program is comprised of a two-tier exam process (Level I and Level II) through which you may earn the CAIA charter. The Level I exam challenges your understanding of the alternative investment market's tools and terms, and tests your knowledge of various trading strategies and their performance characteristics. The Level II exam assesses how you would apply the knowledge and analytics learned in Level I within a portfolio management context. Both levels incorporate segments on ethics and professional conduct, which are essential components of the CAIA program.CAIA Level II: Advanced Core Topics in Alternative Investments contains virtually all the material on alternative investments a potential Level II candidate would need to know as they prepare for the exam—a multifaceted assembly of questions and problem-solving tasks. Since the tools and terms introduced in Level I provide the basis for the second level of this program, the information found here will continue to focus on the issues associated with the alternative investment arena, but in greater depth and in the context of risk management and asset allocation.A required reading for one of today's most demanding exams, this comprehensive resource:Discusses advanced topics in alternative investments—from securitization and structured products to trend-following strategies and fund management techniquesIncludes segments on ethics and professional conduct—essential components of the CAIA programFocuses on the analysis and application of essential strategies involved in each alternative asset classAddresses the unique attributes associated with the alternative investment spaceOffers a study guide outlining learning objectives and keywords, available at www.caia.org/program/studyguidesSince its inception in 2002, the CAIA program's diverse curriculum has benefited a wide array of individuals, from institutional investors, investment advisors, AI fund managers, and administrators to accountants, lawyers, and academics. So if you're serious about receiving the CAIA charter, take the time to understand the insights offered here.
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