As the competition in investment industry continuously reaches a new level, new retail and institutional products and structures are becoming more prevalent. Products once considered alternative now have gone mainstream. Consequently, the need for highly qualified investment professionals that have knowledge and skills to cope with industry’s progress has accelerated in recent years. An investment professional with globally recognized designations will not only separate himself from the competition but also set his career path for a better future. In addition to the CFA charter, the CAIA charter has become one of the most recognized designations in the Investment Industry and is the only global educational standard designed for alternative investment professionals Established in 2002, the CAIA designation is the highest standard of achievement in alternative investment education and provides deep knowledge, demonstrated expertise, and global credibility in alternative investment. The CAIA program is designed to provide investment professionals with understanding, knowledge, and expertise of analyzing and managing alternative investments.