Curriculum & Study Tools

The CAIA curriculum is the only written preparation material endorsed by the CAIA Association. In addition to the study materials available below, the CAIA Curriculum is a CAIA Charter Candidate's best source of study materials!

The CAIA Curriculum:
Built by Investors, for investors

Included with your program registration access to the digital curriculum at no additional cost, our official curriculum is updated annually to incorporate relevant, practical industry developments and the latest academic research.

NOTE: Both the digital and print curriculum are only applicable for the calendar year. For example: the 2025 CAIA curriculum in both print and digital should be studied for exams taken in either March 2025 or September 2025. Use of prior editions is not recommended. 

Alternative Investments: CAIA Level I

2025 Level 1

Registered Candidates receive free access to the digital curriculum and have the option to purchase a print version. Required additional program materials can be downloaded below.

 

 

Prepare for March 2025 and September 2025 exams with the 2025 edition, available now.

order the 2025 Curriculum here

 

 

Alternative Investments: CAIA Level II

2025 Level 2

Registered Candidates receive free access to the digital curriculum and have the option to purchase a print version. Required additional program materials can be downloaded below.

 

 

Prepare for March 2025 and September 2025 exams with the 2025 edition, available now.

order the 2025 Curriculum here

 

Required Level I Additional Materials:

 

 

 

 

Required Level II Additional Materials: