Develop a good understanding of alternative investment classes beyond the traditional investments. This includes investments in hedge fund, private equity, real estate and commodities. This course is designed for students interested in pursuing a career in financial industry or business consulting, or a career in corporations as financial experts.
Successfully collaborate within a intercultural team
Appraise the performance of a team
Be a reference point for expertise-related questions and ambiguities
Topic 1. Hedge Fund
Contents:
– Introduction of hedge fund
– Discussion of hedge fund strategies, performance, agency problem and regulation
Reading:
– Anson(2006) Ch 1-4, 8
– Cumming, Dai and Johan(2013) Ch 1-4, 7
– Stowell (2010) Ch 11-14
– Case Study 1
Topic 2. Private Equity
Contents:
– Private equity fundraising and agency problems
– Exit strategies
Reading:
– Cumming and Johan (2014) Ch 4, 5
Topic 2-1. Venture Capital Contents:
– Valuation of investments, performance and returns
– Exit Strategies
Reading:
– Anson (2006) Ch 16
Topic 2-2. LBO Contents:
– The process of LBO
– Agency issues
Reading:
– Stowell (2010) Ch 16, 17
Topic 3. Real Estate
Contents:
– Understanding REITS, mortgage backed securities, real estate investment trusts
Topic 4. Commodities investment Contents:
– Understanding commodities investments and other alternative investments
Reading:
– Anson (2006) Ch 12-14
