HKU Business School Signs MoU with CAIA Association | A Milestone in Alternative-Investment Education in Hong Kong
Forging a shared commitment to developing tomorrow’s finance professionals
HKU Business School and the Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA) Association, a global leader in alternative investment education, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), one that underscores HKU Business School’s unwavering commitment to equipping its students with the most relevant, cutting-edge knowledge and skills demanded by the evolving global financial landscape.
As the investing world rapidly changes and transforms, new alternative investments in private equity, hedge funds, and digital assets play an increasingly critical role. The academic partnership with CAIA Association is specifically designed to provide an unparalleled environment for HKU Business School students’ personal and professional growth.
Through this partnership, students will gain direct access to CAIA Association’s rigorous curriculum and resources. Additionally, new scholarships will be available for deserving students, helping them attain the prestigious CAIA Charter. This training offers a significant competitive advantage for students entering the job market. Furthermore, access to CAIA Association events will connect students with industry practitioners and thought leaders, fostering invaluable professional relationships within the alternative investment industry.
To launch the partnership, representatives from both organisations convened at HKU iCube in Central, Hong Kong. Following the MoU signing ceremony, a panel session was held on the topic, Future Trends and Opportunities of Alternative Investments.
“Partnership with HKU Business School reinforces our commitment to building a deep bench of talent across the APAC region, where demand for alternative investment expertise is growing rapidly,” said Mr. Nick Pollard, Managing Director, APAC, CAIA Association. “The CAIA Charter is not just a credential. It’s a globally recognised standard of professionalism in alternatives. By aligning with leading academic institutions, we are helping students gain not only technical knowledge, but also the ethical foundation required to thrive in a complex and rapidly shifting investment landscape,” Mr. Pollard added.
Prof. Derek Chan, Associate Dean at HKU Business School, said, “Today marks a pivotal milestone. This partnership with CAIA Association, a global leader in alternative investment education, is a strategic alignment of vision and values. It underscores our unwavering commitment at HKU Business School to equip our students with the most relevant, cutting-edge knowledge and skills demanded by the fast-evolving financial landscape.” Then, speaking on the sponsorship opportunities, he added that this would “make earning the CAIA Charter more accessible. By lowering these barriers, we empower our students to distinguish themselves in a competitive industry through enhanced expertise and credentials.”
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HKU Business School and the Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA) Association signed a Memorandum of Understanding to forge a shared commitment to developing tomorrow’s finance professionals.
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