Introduction to Hedge Funds

Course Objectives This course is designed to give you a broad base of hedge funds knowledge essential to gain specialised working knowledge of the hedge funds industry. The course starts by giving you a crisp overview of the hedge fund market, hedge fund strategies and structured products, then goes on to an in-depth analysis of the risk characteristics of hedge funds. We will discuss key concepts and techniques to achieve high risk adjusted returns including leverage, derivatives and short selling. The course ends by examining legal issues and how increased regulations are changing the industry. Benefits and Career Impact Hedge Funds are a critical component of modern capital markets and a solid understanding of its industry will set you apart and give you a genuine edge in the competitive world of banking and finance. Through class lectures and interactive casework, participants will increase their depth of knowledge in key areas of hedge funds. You'll gain an understanding of hedge funds structure, strategies and how they operate. The course combines the practical exercises to reinforce the lecture and gives you a wider knowledge of the skills and challenges of hedge fund management. What you take away is much more than just great training, you will get materials you can use over and over. Participants also earn a certificate on completing the training programme. Who is this course for? This course is ideal for anyone focused in gaining extensive knowledge and insights of the hedge funds and its strategies. The course does not assume any prior study or work experience other than participant’s ambition to gain ‘breadth of knowledge’ to make it relevant to pursuing careers in the hedge funds industry Participants who have benefited from this foundation course have come from diverse backgrounds including professionals from conventional banking system, marketing executives, new graduates, business developers, etc.