CFA Institute Alternative Investments

A Private Affair

Fri, 04 May 2012 10:46:07

Hammered during the crisis and beset by other problems, private equity retains its allure.

Worth the Risk?

Fri, 04 May 2012 11:10:39

Privately held companies offer higher returns, but suitability is limited.

Anti-Money Laundering and OFAC Sanctions Issues

Tue, 15 May 2012 13:16:34

The Bank Secrecy Act has strict regulations to prevent and detect money laundering. Its rules apply to almost all financial services companies. The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) administers broad economic sanctions programs designed to ...

Computer Trading Takes Human Form

Wed, 23 May 2012 10:28:50

An overview of quant hedge funds 2007-2012 and their increasing inclusion of human judgments.

66th CFA Institute Annual Conference

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 15:18:33

The risk, opportunities, and challenges facing the global investment profession are as complex as ever and investment professionals must remain current. If you attend only one investment conference this year, make sure it?s the CFA Institute Annual ...

CFA Institute: Fifth Annual European Investment Conference

Wed, 16 May 2012 15:34:56

As the flagship event in Europe for CFA Institute, the annual European Investment Conference brings together noted researchers, speakers, writers, investment professionals, academics, and experts to examine these unique regional issues and bring you up ...

Doug McGregor: Real Estate Finance & Investment Banking

Thu, 10 May 2012 11:36:11

This is a rare opportunity to gain valuable insights into the outlook for corporate and real estate finance in Canada from the head of investment banking at top-rated RBC Capital Markets, Douglas McGregor. Also head of the firm?s North American real ...

Commercial Real Estate Market Outlook and Annual Meeting of CFASSA

Tue, 15 May 2012 13:17:47

Will McIntosh, PhD, will discuss the current status and future trends of the U.S. commercial real estate market. Please join us for an interesting discussion on this unique asset class.

Distressed Financial Modeling

Mon, 21 May 2012 11:39:33

As we have reached the trough of the post?credit crisis environment it is important to thoroughly evaluate distressed companies and those recently emerging from bankruptcy. You will learn how to model and value distressed companies and securities ...

Mining Essentials Short Course

Thu, 24 May 2012 09:58:26

Mining Essentials is a two-day course that provides a complete overview of the mineral exploration and mining industry for those working or involved in the mining industry, but who do not have a technical background in geology or mining. It is suitable ...

Riding the Tide: The Ebb & Flow of the Canadian E&P Space

Thu, 24 May 2012 09:55:48

Our speaker is Ray Kwan of Macquarie Capital Markets Canada. He will focus on Canadian small and mid-cap producers, and provide an overview of topical Canadian resource plays.

Venture Capital Investing in China: Risks, Opportunities, and Lessons Learned

Wed, 02 May 2012 15:44:26

Lawrence Tse explains various aspects of venture capital investing in China including valuing, structuring, and executing Chinese transactions. Additionally, he discusses how to understand cultural, legal, and regulatory considerations in order to invest ...