Hedge Fund Fundamentals

This Introduction to Hedge Funds course covers a comprehensive overview of hedge funds. You will learn the common characteristics of hedge funds, how they are structured, and the mechanics of management and performance fees. You will also learn how to measure performance using various metrics such as the Sharpe and information ratios. Lastly, the course provides insight into several hedge fund strategies which are either directional, arbitrage, or global macro. After completing this course, you will have a better understanding of the hedge fund universe and the role they play in the financial markets.