CSI will be performing system maintenance on Saturday April 13th from 5 a.m. until 1 p.m. ET. You will not have access to your “myCSI” student account, nor will you be able to book, cancel or reschedule exams during this time. You can still access your online course materials by visiting connect.csi.ca then connecting to “Blackboard Learn”.

What is the course syllabus?

  • Alternative Investments as an Asset Class
  • Theoretical Justification for Alternative Strategies
  • Overview and key differences between Hedge Funds, Alternative Mutual Funds, ETFs and Closed End Funds
  • Overview of Derivatives
  • Detailed descriptions and examples of the Various Alternative Strategies
  • Due Diligence on Alternative Strategy Funds
  • Ensuring Suitability for Clients
  • Alternative Strategy Performance Measurements