This module delivers a basic understanding of alternative investments and why they are important for investors, along with examples from real life.

What has been covered

• What makes alternative investments unique

• The need to think beyond traditional investments

• Advantages and limitations of alternative investments

• Why diversify to private market exposures

• The difference between private and public investments

• The importance of a longer investment time horizon

• Exploring alternative investment assets such as hedge funds, private equity, venture capital, fund of funds, etc.

This module highlights how investors can seek opportunities in the alternative investment arena and how they can calculate the value of equity.

What has been covered

• How one can fund opportunities in the field of alternative investments

• Fair value measurement

• Understanding private equity valuation, venture capital valuation, hedge fund valuation and real estate valuation.

• Looking at the IPEV guidelines

This module showcases how a portfolio can be constructed with alternative investments while touching upon return and liquidity and the role of manipulation.

• The importance of building a portfolio with alternative investments

• Methods of diversification

• Points to consider before diversifying your portfolio

• Due diligence and risks

• Regulation in alternative investments

• Role of manipulation

• Compliance and related issues

This module covers how various trends have shaped up in the alternative investments industry and gives an insight into the various metrics used in analysing investment performance.

• Emerging trends in alternative investments

• Alternative investments and developing countries

• Metrics to analyse performance, such as ROI, Ratios, and IRR

• The importance of ESG investing in the alternatives industry

• The contribution of alternative investments to the economy

• Leverage and exit strategies