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The Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA) Association is an independent, not-for-profit global organization committed to education and professionalism in the field of alternative investments.

Founded in 2002, the CAIA Association is the sponsoring body for the CAIA designation.

The CAIA designation certifies one's mastery of the concepts, tools and practices essential for understanding alternative investments and promotes adherence to high standards of professional conduct.

The CAIA designation is earned through successful completion of the CAIA examinations program.

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ALTERNATIVE INVESTMENT NEWS

Hedge Funds Lure More Cash From Pensions as Gap Looms February 25, 2010 State and large corporate pensions, underfunded by almost $1 trillion, are increasing their hedge-fund bets after a lull at the end of 2008. ... (read more) Mack Says Hedge Funds Driving Up Bank Pay February 25, 2010 Morgan Stanley Chairman John Mack believes investment...
Back by popular demand, CAIA Canada hosted its Networking and Career Night at the Cambridge Club in downtown Toronto on February 10th. We had the dining room over-looking Metro Hall and the skating rink to ourselves to mix and mingle and hear five recruiters from three distinguished firms speak on their business and trend therein. Bill Vlaad...
Investors drive boom in fund services outsourcing 2/11/10 What a difference a year has made. In 2009, hedge funds posted record gains, reversing steep declines from the year prior, and capital, coveting those impressive returns, is returning. ... (read more) Alternative assets jump at largest US endowments 1/28/10 U.S. college and university...
Special to AllAboutAlpha.com by: Jane Li, CFA, CAIA, Manager Investment Management...