Become an expert in alternative investments with the CAIA certification as an independent candidate
Top Finance is the exclusive European partner of Kaplan Schweser, the world leader in CAIA preparation.
Master Hedge Funds, Private Equity, Real Estate and Structured Products with the best resources on the market.
- SchweserNotes™ CAIA Level I & II (Ebooks/Prints)
- SchweserPro™ QBank (Massive Question Bank)
- 6 mock exams
- Online Resource Library accessible 24/7
The global standard for alternative assets
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The CAIA: The global benchmark for alternative investments.
The CAIA is the only globally recognized certification that focuses specifically on alternative asset classes (Hedge Funds, PE, Real Assets).
For your career
Stand out in a booming market. Allocations to alternative assets are increasing, and experts capable of analyzing them are rare and in high demand.
For your employer
Technical expertise to build diversified portfolios, understand liquidity risks and navigate complex structured products.
The numbers speak for themselves::
European leader in CAIA preparation
participants recommend our programs*
employees and certified self-taught individuals over 15 years
at CAIA Level I (vs ~50% worldwide)
Everything you need to know about illiquid assets
Access certified resources to master alternative strategies. Click on the items below to see an overview.
We offer the entire Kaplan Schweser range, the absolute reference for CAIA.
SchweserPro™ QBank
Practice with thousands of targeted questions. Master the specifics of Private Equity, Hedge Funds and real estate.
Actual Examination Conditions
6 complete simulations to test your resistance and speed, especially on the "constructed response" questions of Level II.
Optimize your time
Identify your strengths (e.g., Real Estate) and weaknesses (e.g., Hedge Fund strategies) to target your final weeks of revision.
On-demand course videos
Alternative investment experts break down the complex concepts of diversification and structured products.
Kaplan Schweser 2026 Materials
The famous SchweserNotes™ (Ebooks and printed) and QuickSheets to memorize all the key formulas before the big day.
Our Autonomy offer:
- Unlimited access to CAIA-certified resources
- Kaplan Schweser preferential rates
Pass your CAIA certification independently
with the best support materials
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Have your CAIA training funded by your company
90% of companies can use their training budget via OPCOs.
For the employee
For the employer
Top Finance takes care of everything.
We provide all the necessary documents (quotes, programs) for your HR/OPCO file.
We manage all communication with your employer: you simply need to put us in touch.
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Our students work for the largest funds
Plan for approximately 200 hours of study per level. Kaplan Schweser materials help optimize this time by focusing on the key concepts tested in the exam.
There are no prerequisites for taking the exams. To obtain the final qualification, both levels must be validated and relevant professional experience in finance must be demonstrated.
The CFA covers all financial markets (stocks, bonds). The CAIA is a niche specialization in so-called "alternative" assets (Private Equity, Hedge Funds, Real Estate, Commodities).
The complete pack includes SchweserNotes™, the QBank question bank, practice exams and QuickSheets revision sheets for Levels I and II.
Private Equity funds, Hedge Funds, private banks, family offices and asset allocation consultants are the main employers of CAIA certified professionals.
Yes, Kaplan resources are accessible online worldwide. For our teacher-led sessions, we also offer online formats (Live Online).
Receive the program to pass the CAIA certification exam on your own.
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