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Foundations of Alternative Investments

  1. Introduction to Foundations Course • 3 min
  2. The Evolution of Alternatives • 3 min
  3. Who Invests in Alternatives Today? • 1 min
  4. Traditional Versus Alternative Investments, Part 1 • 1 min
  5. Traditional Versus Alternative Investments, Part 2 • 1 min
  6. Long-Only Investments • 1 min
  7. The Use of Leverage • 2 min
  8. Liquidity • 1 min
  9. Exploring Different Types of Alternative Investments- Hedge Funds • 1 min
  10. Exploring Different Types of Alternative Investments- Private Equity • 1 min
  11. Exploring Different Types of Alternative Investments- Private Credit • 1 min
  12. Exploring Different Types of Alternative Investments- Private Real Estate • 1 min
  13. Exploring Different Types of Alternative Investments- Structured Solutions • 1 min
  14. Introducing the “Performance Fee” • 1 min
  15. Management Fee vs. Performance Fee • 1 min
  16. Risk / Return and Correlation • 1 min
  17. Positive Investments • 1 min

The Evolution of Alternatives

Video

• 3 min

Alternative investments encompass a wide range of asset classes and strategies that range from private market investments, such as private equity and credit, to hedge funds. With roots dating back to the mid-19th century, Preqin data shows alternatives have grown exponentially to represent over $10 trillion in assets under management today. From these early beginnings, alternative investments have grown to become a mainstay of the investing landscape – transitioning from optional to essential.

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