Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst - CAIA^®

The Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA) Exam is the first and only designation focusing on alternative investments. Founded by the CAIA Association^® in 2002, it has quickly gained momentum over the past few years. For professionals in the alternative investment field, gaining this designation will distinguish you as an expert within your industry. The designation is quickly becoming recognized by institutions, regulators, and investors as the seal of distinction in the alternative investment industry.

The CAIA program is designed to provide finance professionals with an extensive foundation of knowledge in traditional and alternative investment vehicles including hedge funds, venture capital, commodities, managed futures, real estate, and private equity. In addition, the program emphasises the importance of high ethical and professional standards.

The CAIA program's diverse curriculum appeals to a broad group of candidates ranging in experience from the novice to the seasoned professional. Investment advisors, consultants and analysts, fund managers and administrators, accountants, lawyers, academics, as well as administrative staff and compliance and back office personnel.