Introduction to the Hedge Fund Industry - Online

Developing, offering, marketing and investing in hedge funds is one of the fastest growing and least understood sectors of the asset management industry. This course presents a comprehensive and accurate picture of the hedge fund industry, various hedge fund strategies, hedge funds operations, and considerations for hedge fund investors.

This course replicates the content from lesson 1 of Hedge Funds - Online

This is an asynchronous eLearning course that can be accessed 24/7 from any internet enabled computer. Subscription period for this course is 90 days.

Available TodayOnlineUSD$120.00
Instructional Method:
Self-Study
Level: Basic
CPE Credits: 2

Employees of funds, family offices, private client financial service providers, individual investors and others involved directly or indirectly in the development, offering, marketing and investing in hedge funds.
Students will be able to:
  • Specify the characteristics of a hedge fund
  • Contrast hedge funds and mutual funds
  • Understand common misconceptions about hedge funds
  • Understand the history of the hedge fund industry
Introduction to the Hedge Fund Industry
  • Characteristics that define hedge funds
  • Popular misconceptions
  • History
  • Size and growth
  • Legal structures
  • Industry players