This Specialization provides a comprehensive foundation in hedge funds, combining strategic, operational, and accounting perspectives. Learners will explore global hedge fund strategies, performance evaluation metrics, leverage practices, and advanced risk management tools. The program also covers hedge accounting for derivatives and integrates insights into private equity and fund structures. With real-world case studies, technical applications, and practical exercises, participants will develop the skills to analyze, evaluate, and apply hedge fund concepts like seasoned professionals in the global financial industry.
Hedge Funds Mastery: Strategies, Risk & Accounting Specialization
Hedge Funds Mastery: Strategies, Risk & Accounting Specialization
Master Hedge Fund Strategies and Accounting. Gain expertise in hedge fund strategies, accounting, risk, and private equity.
Instructor: EDUCBA
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Beginner level
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1 month at 10 hours a week
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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
Beginner level
Recommended experience
1 month at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Earn a career credential
Share your expertise with employers
What you'll learn
Analyze hedge fund strategies, structures, and performance metrics in global markets.
Apply hedge accounting principles and risk management tools to real-world scenarios.
Evaluate hedge funds and private equity investments with practical case studies.
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Taught in English
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October 2025
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Specialization - 5 course series
What you'll learn
Analyze hedge fund fundamentals, structures, and regulations.
Evaluate long–short, market-neutral, and event-driven strategies.
Apply performance metrics like Sharpe, Sortino, and Treynor ratios.
Skills you'll gain
Portfolio Management, Performance Measurement, Performance Metric, Financial Regulation, Investments, Risk Analysis, Capital Markets, Case Studies, Risk Management, International Finance, Equities, Derivatives, Investment Management, Benchmarking, Operational Analysis, Performance Analysis, and Market Liquidity
What you'll learn
Analyze hedge fund strategies, leverage, and accounting methods.
Calculate NAV, apply VaR, and assess stress-testing outcomes.
Evaluate case studies like LTCM and Amaranth for risk insights.
Skills you'll gain
Tax Laws, Investment Management, Derivatives, International Finance, Accounting, Analysis, Risk Management, Case Studies, Hedge Accounting, Statistical Analysis, Regression Analysis, Financial Market, Risk Analysis, and Financial Analysis
What you'll learn
Explain financial instruments and derivative applications.
Apply SFAS 133 to record and interpret hedge transactions.
Evaluate fair value, cash flow hedges, and reporting impacts.
Skills you'll gain
Financial Reporting, Derivatives, Balance Sheet, Accounting, Financial Market, Revenue Recognition, Financial Accounting, Financial Statements, Income Statement, Cash Flows, Risk Management, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and Hedge Accounting
What you'll learn
Identify hedge fund structures and analyze global strategies.
Evaluate performance metrics and risk-adjusted returns.
Explain private equity, buyouts, venture capital, and loans.
Skills you'll gain
Portfolio Management, Investment Banking, Private Equity, Capital Markets, Derivatives, Entrepreneurial Finance, Performance Measurement, Performance Analysis, Resource Allocation, Loans, Asset Management, Equities, Financial Analysis, Mergers & Acquisitions, Investment Management, Business Valuation, Market Liquidity, Investments, Financial Market, and Case Studies
What you'll learn
Explain hedge fund structures, fees, and remuneration models.
Apply series accounting, equalization, and capital mechanisms.
Evaluate risks, benefits, and investor fairness in hedge funds.
Skills you'll gain
Investment Management, Operational Analysis, Compensation Management, Risk Management, Finance, Performance Analysis, Fund Accounting, Portfolio Management, Risk Analysis, Accounting, and Asset Management
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Frequently asked questions
Learners can expect to complete the Hedge Funds Masters Program in approximately 13 to 14 weeks, dedicating an average of 3–4 hours per week. This timeline is designed to provide a balanced learning experience, allowing participants to gradually build their expertise in hedge fund strategies, accounting, risk management, and private equity. By progressing at this steady pace, learners will have sufficient time to engage with case studies, practice advanced analytical tools, and complete applied projects that reinforce real-world financial skills.
A foundational understanding of finance, accounting, or economics is recommended, but the program is designed to be accessible to both beginners and professionals seeking to strengthen their expertise in hedge funds and alternative investments.
While the courses are structured to build knowledge progressively, you may take them in any sequence. However, following the suggested order will help you develop a stronger conceptual foundation before advancing to more technical applications.
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