
Hedge Fund Strategies Program
Program Start Date: March 5 2026
The Hedge Fund Strategies Program provides a structured study of systematic investment approaches, risk frameworks and capital allocation methods used in institutional hedge fund practice.
The program emphasizes analytical discipline, return drivers and portfolio construction methods.

Program Overview
The Hedge Fund Strategies Program examines the principles, models and analytical tools used across major hedge fund strategy groups.
Key areas of study include:
- Systematic investment approaches
- Factor based analysis
- Portfolio construction models
- Relative value strategies
- Macro and market evaluation
- Risk frameworks and scenario evaluation
- Liquidity considerations
- Performance attribution
- Capital allocation methods
Program Structure and Duration
The program is delivered fully online through a structured sequence of modules. Participants progress at a defined pace and complete the full curriculum over a twelve week period. The expected study commitment is eight to ten hours per week.
Certification
Participants who complete the full program receive a formal certificate issued by the Vanward Institute for Advanced Investment Studies.
The certificate confirms demonstrated competence in:
- Systematic strategy evaluation
- Risk modeling
- Portfolio structure
- Return driver analysis
Admission
Admission is processed on a rolling basis and places are confirmed in the order applications are received for the March 2026 start.
Tuition
Tuition for the program is 11 999 USD.
Who the Program Is For
Participant Profile
Participants who complete the full program receive a formal certificate issued by the Vanward Institute for Advanced Investment Studies.
The certificate confirms demonstrated competence in:
- Systematic strategy evaluation
- Risk modeling
- Portfolio structure
- Return driver analysis

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Apply Now

Begin the admission process for the Private Credit Program. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and confirmed in the order they are received. Accepted applicants receive formal enrollment instructions for the March 2026 start.
All information submitted is used solely for admission and enrollment purposes. The institute does not share applicant data with external parties.
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