Investments Insights: Alternative Investments, Behavioral Finanse and Stock Market 2600-DSdz3IIen
1. Introduction to Alternative Investments - Key concepts, the significance of alternative investments in a portfolio, and an overview of various alternative asset classes.
2. Private Equity and Venture Capital - Characteristics, investment lifecycle, and the role of private equity funds in business financing.
3. Hedge Funds - Investment strategies, risk management, and their impact on financial markets.
4. Real Estate Investments - Types of real estate investments, investment strategies, risk-return analysis, and market opportunities.
5. Cryptocurrencies and New Investment Technologies - Introduction to cryptocurrencies, blockchain technology, NFTs, and the opportunities and risks associated with emerging investment forms.
6. Behavioral Finance - Key concepts, cognitive and emotional biases, and their influence on investment decisions and financial markets.
7. Stock Market - Fundamental and technical market analysis, investment strategies, and the impact of macroeconomic policies on the stock market.
8. Case Studies - Analysis of real-world examples of alternative investments, historical stock market crashes, and their impact on investment strategies.
Type of course
Mode
Course coordinators
Course dedicated to a programme
Learning outcomes
Knowledge:
• The student understands fundamental concepts related to alternative investments, including private equity, hedge funds, real estate, and cryptocurrencies.
• Can explain how investor psychology influences financial market behavior and investment decisions.
• Has knowledge of fundamental and technical analysis methods used in stock markets and their relevance in investment decision-making.
Skills:
• The student can independently identify and assess key risks associated with alternative investments.
• Is capable of analyzing the stock market using tools of fundamental and technical analysis.
• Can apply behavioral finance theories to real-world investment case studies.
• Is able to design a diversified investment portfolio incorporating alternative assets.
Social Competence:
• The student demonstrates an understanding of the importance of ethics in investing and the social responsibility tied to financial decisions.
• Is open to collaboration in analyzing cases and developing group investment strategies.
• Understands the need for continuous learning and skill improvement in a dynamically changing financial environment.
Assessment criteria
A written test
Bibliography
Free ebook from Schweser – Level I CAIA:
https://www.schweser.com/caia/blog/become-a-chartered-alternative-investment-analyst/caia-fundamentals-ebook
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