Udemy
    •  
    •  
    •  
    •  
    •  
    •  
    •  
    •  
Subscribe
Turn what you know into an opportunity and reach millions around the world.
Learn More
Your cart is empty.
Keep shopping
Introduction to Hedge Funds

Introduction to Hedge Funds

Learn what a hedge fund is and how it differs from other funds. Get key knowledge on terminology and industry structure.
Created byNik Rowlston
Last updated 12/2012
English

What you'll learn

  • To give the student an overview of the hedge fund industry and how it differs from other forms of investment.
  • To make the student familiar with terminology and structure of the hedge fund industry.

Course content

3 sections • 10 lectures • 2h 7m total length

  • IHF Part 1 - Lecture 110:17

    Outline of course and initial introduction to terminology defining hedge funds...

  • IHF Part 1 - Lecture 210:46

    An introduction to some of the key players in the operation of a hedge fund...

  • IHF Part 1 - Lecture 313:25
    Continuation of the overview of the key players in a typical hedge fund setup.
  • IHF Part 1 - Lecture 415:37
    Final section of part one, wrapping up terminology around the hedge fund cycle and summarizing the learning points so far.

Requirements

  • None

Description

The course is a three part course aiming to shine a light on the world of hedge funds and the terminology and practices found in that industry. Part one focuses on terminology and consists of four lectures. Part two looks at investment strategies, fund structures and locations and has five short lectures. Part three introduces some of the regulations the industry works on and wraps up the course.

Who this course is for:

  • Anyone, but particularly those that are looking to join the industry or those recently joining and in need of a broader understanding of the industry in general.

Report abuse