While the current trajectory in the alternatives industry points to continued growth, it has become increasingly difficult to keep up with the ever-widening spectrum of alternative asset products, strategies, and the regulations surrounding them. As the leader in alternative investment education, CAIA Association seeks to act as the catalyst for the best and most current knowledge and practices in the industry. Our curriculum staff and contributors are among the most highly regarded. Our programs – the CAIA Charter, the Financial Data Professional designation, and the Fundamentals of Alternative Investments certificate program – offer critical levels of access to a comprehensive curriculum. Since 2002, the CAIA mission stands strong: • Establish the CAIA designation as the benchmark for alternative investment education worldwide, • Promote professional development through continuing education, innovative research, and thought leadership, • Advocate the highest standards of professional ethics, and • Provide a network for industry professionals to connect globally.