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Introduction to Alternative Assets
7 students
Introduction to Alternative Assets
Demystify the world of alternative assets and understand this rapidly growing segment of the market.
Created byEasha Rai
Last updated 8/2025
English
What you'll learn
- Identify the difference between alternative assets and traditional assets
- Explain the risk/return profile of each alternative investment category and identify where each investment fits in a client's portfolio
- Identify and explain the various alternative investment categories
- Determine why alternative investment categories should be added to a client's portfolio
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Course content
6 sections • 5 lectures • 53m total length
Requirements
- No experience required. Basic understanding of finance concepts recommended.
Description
Welcome to Introduction to Alternative Investments — a concise, high-impact course designed to demystify the world of alternatives and help you understand how to diversify your portfolio like the pros.
In under 60 minutes, you'll gain a clear, beginner-friendly overview of the alternative asset class — including private equity, venture capital, hedge funds, real estate, commodities, infrastructure, and more. We'll cover what these assets are, how they work, who they’re for, and what risks and rewards you should understand before diving in.
What You’ll Learn:
What are alternative investments (and why they matter)
How alternative assets compare to traditional investments
Key pros, cons, and risks you need to know
How institutions like pensions and endowments use alternatives
What access looks like for everyday investors in Canada
Where alternatives fit in a diversified portfolio
Whether you’re a retail investor curious about new asset classes or a finance professional building your foundational knowledge, this course will help you speak the language of alternative investing with confidence.
Previously Rated 4.5/5 with 48 Reviews
This course was originally hosted on LearnFormula, where it earned 48 reviews and a 4.5/5 rating from financial professionals and DIY investors alike. Now available on Udemy for the first time, it’s optimized for fast, accessible learning — no jargon, no fluff.
Enroll today if you're:
Interested in building wealth beyond the stock market
Curious about what the big funds are investing in
A financial planner, advisor, or investor looking to expand your knowledge
Wanting a fast, clear overview without a 10-hour time commitment
No prior experience in alternatives is required — just a desire to learn.
Who this course is for:
- Individuals interested in broadening their knowledge of finance and investments. Individuals looking to understand the growing world of alternative investments and how they fit into a client's portfolio.