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 2026 CAIA curriculum in both print and digital should be studied for exams taken in either March 2026 or September 2026. Use of prior editions is not recommended. 

Planning ahead? The 2026 curriculum—for March and September 2026 exams—will be available for purchase starting October 13, 2025. 

Alternative Investments: CAIA Level I

2026 Level 1 curriculum

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.

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Alternative Investments: CAIA Level II

2026 Level 2 curriculum

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.

Purchase

 

Required Level I Additional Materials:

 

CAIA Level 1 Sample Exam

 

    
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Required Level II Additional Materials:

 

CAIA Exam Handbook 2026
    
CAIA Level 2 Sample Exam