Singapore, 23 April 2025 – The Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA) Association (CAIA), the global professional body for the alternative investment industry, today announced a strategic partnership with the Investment Management Association of Singapore (IMAS). This collaboration marks a significant milestone in CAIA’s commitment to expanding its footprint in the Asia-Pacific region and delivering world-class education that reflects the evolving nature of capital markets.
Under this partnership, CAIA’s UniFi by CAIA™ programs, featuring foundational and micro-credential learning in alternative investments, will be delivered via IMAS’s robust iLearn platform, reaching an audience of over 160 corporate members across Singapore’s investment community. This initiative brings globally recognized content to a leading regional platform, helping professionals develop the specialized skills required to navigate the convergence of traditional and alternative investment strategies.
“Our partnership with IMAS underscores CAIA’s commitment to advancing alternative investment education globally,” said Nick Pollard, Managing Director, APAC, CAIA Association. “By combining our expertise with IMAS’s deep-rooted influence in Singapore, we are equipping investment professionals with the tools to navigate private markets and drive innovation in portfolio strategies. Our collective collaboration adds depth to Singapore’s learning ecosystem, reinforcing our joint mission to raise professional standards and strengthen Singapore’s standing as a global investment hub.”
Through this partnership, investment professionals in Singapore will gain easier access to CAIA’s globally recognized UniFi by CAIA™ programs via the IMAS iLearn platform. With IMAS pursuing accreditation under Singapore’s Institute of Banking and Finance (IBF) framework, eligible learners can benefit from significant fee subsidies to make world-class education in private markets and alternative strategies more accessible than ever.
“It is critical for the investment community to be equipped with the right skills and knowledge to navigate a rapidly evolving landscape, where alternative assets are becoming increasingly mainstream.” said Carmen Wee, CEO of IMAS. “Partnering with CAIA enables us to offer investment professionals, updated, globally recognised content on alternative assets, as they adapt to more sophisticated and diversified strategies.”
Both organizations see the partnership as a long-term platform for community-building and knowledge exchange, supporting practitioners in Singapore with access to practical on-demand learning that reflects global best practices. The announcement comes during the IMAS Investment Conference 2025, where industry leaders gathered to discuss how macroeconomic shifts, climate risks, and demographic transitions are reshaping capital allocation.
This collaboration reflects CAIA’s broader ambition to expand the intellectual boundaries of investing and helping practitioners “see around the corner” on behalf of their clients.
Call to Action:
Singapore-based investment professionals are encouraged to stay tuned for the planned launch of UniFi by CAIA™ programs on the IMAS iLearn platform in the coming months.
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Media Contact:
Joey Chan, Director, External Relations
CAIA Association
jchan@caia.org
About CAIA Association
The CAIA Association, a global professional body, pioneers a new era in investment management. At the forefront of the shifting of alternative investment asset classes from 'alternative' to mainstream, CAIA embraces diverse expertise and interdisciplinary knowledge essential for responsible capital allocation and client stewardship. A Member-driven organization representing professionals in more than 100 countries, the organization seeks to prepare investors for a dynamic future, disrupting traditions, creating opportunities, and fostering long-term sustainability. To learn more about the CAIA Association and how to become part of a professional network that is shaping the future of investing, please visit https://caia.org/.
About IMAS
The Investment Management Association of Singapore (IMAS) is the leading investment industry body in Singapore. With over 25 years of advocacy, IMAS fosters professionalism, collaboration, and education across asset managers, regulators, and ecosystem partners to elevate the industry and support its long-term development.
