100WHF Institute
The 100WHF Institute, founded in the 10th anniversary year of the organization, was created to provide 100WHF members with unique educational opportunities and scholarships.
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CAIA Scholarships
This Scholarship is open to 10 individuals with an interest in pursuing a career in alternative investment management with a specific focus on portfolio management. The Scholarship, launched in 2011, is generously underwritten by Pacific Alternative Asset Management Company LLC ("PAAMCO"), and will be available each year for five years. To be considered for the 2012 entering CAIA class, applicants must be Full members of 100 Women in Hedge Funds, not be eligible for program reimbursement by their employers, and have one year of professional experience in the alternative investment industry. Upon award, scholars must commit to entering the CAIA program within 12 months and submit a letter of application and two references.
The Application deadline for the 2012 round of Scholarships is open from February 1 to March 31, 2012. Please go to http://foundation.caia.org/ to apply.
100 Women in Hedge Funds/CAIA Scholars receive:
- Enrollment and registration fees waived (Level 1 and Level 2)
- CAIA Knowledge Series textbooks (courtesy Wiley Publishing and IIJ Publishing)
- Schweser CAIA Level I and Level II Premium Instruction Study Solution®
- Support with Study Group formation
- First year CAIA Association Membership Fee waived
The Scholarship Committee developed criteria for this initiative, and the CAIA Foundation reviews and selects the finalists, with the final decision being made by CAIA from among the recommended finalists.
2012 Scholarship awards will be announced May 1, 2012 for the September CAIA exam.
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