Introduction to Alternatives Investing

Elevate Your Portfolio with Expert Insights on Alternative Investments
Next intake on 13 November 2026
Up to 70% IBF Subsidy and SkillsFuture Credit Claimable

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Programme Overview

Alternative investments have become an increasingly important component of modern investment portfolios, offering investors access to return sources, diversification benefits, and risk management opportunities beyond traditional equities and fixed income. As access to alternative investment strategies continues to expand, investment professionals are expected to understand the characteristics, benefits, risks, and implementation considerations of these asset classes.

 

Introduction to Alternatives Investing is a one-day program that provides a comprehensive introduction to two major segments of the alternatives universe: Private Markets and Hedge Funds.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the programme, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the role of alternative investments in portfolio construction, including how private markets and hedge funds can enhance diversification, improve risk-adjusted returns, and support long-term investment objectives.
  • Evaluate the key characteristics, return drivers and risks of major alternative asset classes, including private equity, private real estate, private credit, and leading hedge fund strategies.
  • Apply a structured approach to assessing and implementing alternative investments, taking into account investor suitability, liquidity considerations, portfolio objectives, and practical implementation factors such as regulatory considerations, fund structures and fees.

Modules Offered

Who Should Attend

  • Private Banking and Wealth Management Professionals
  • Family Office Advisors
  • Asset Managers
  • Investment Managers

Useful Links

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Certification

Participants who successfully complete the programme will be awarded: 

Accreditation

Accreditation

This programme is pending accreditation by The Institute of Banking and Finance (IBF). Singaporeans and Permanent Residents are eligible for enhanced funding support of up to 70% course fee subsidy under the IBF Standard Training Scheme (IBF-STS), subject to all eligibility criteria being met.

 

Participants are advised to assess the suitability of the course and its relevance to his/her business activities or job roles.

 

The IBF-STS is available to eligible entities and individuals based on the prevalent funding eligibility, quantum and caps.  IBF-STS provides up to 70% course fee subsidy support for direct training costs subject to a cap of $3,000 per candidate per course subject to all eligibility criteria being met.

Find out more on www.ibf.org.sg

Certification

Certification

Upon completion, participants will be:

  •  Eligible for 8 IBF-STS incl 4 Core SFA/FAA hours
  • Awarded the WMI Private Markets Foundations certificate
  • Awarded the WMI Introduction to Hedge Funds certificate

 

About IBF Certification

This course addresses the following Technical Skills and Competencies (TSCs) and proficiency level:

  • Product Advisory PL4
  • Client Investment Suitability PL4

 

Participants are encouraged to access the IBF MySkills Portfolio (https://www.ibf.org.sg/home/for-individuals/resource-tools/myskills-portfolio) to track their training progress and skills acquisition against the Skills Framework for Financial Services. You can apply for IBF Certification after fulfilling the required number of Technical Skills and Competencies (TSCs) for the selected job role.

 

Find out more about IBF certification and the application process on https://www.ibf.org.sg/home/for-individuals/ibf-certification/why-be-ibf-certified

Fees and Fundings

Modules Full Fees
(S$)
Fees after subsidies inclusive of 9% GST (S$)
Before GST After GST Company-Sponsored Company-Sponsored/Self Sponsored

Fees and Fundings

Modules Full Fees
(S$)
Fees after subsidies inclusive of 9% GST (S$)
Before GST After GST Singaporean Aged Below 40 / PR Singaporean Aged 40 & Above
Application Fees 85.00 85.00
85.00 85.00
85.00 85.00
Tuition Fees 4,250.00 4547.50
1,572.50 722.50
1,572.50 722.50

Fees and Fundings

Modules Fees after Subsidy
(incl. of GST)
Fees after subsidies inclusive of 9% GST (S$)
Application Fees 85.00 85.00 85.00 85.00 85.00
Tuition Fees 5,457.00 1,887.00 1,637.10 867.00 545.70
Category
2
S$34,920 S$47,520 S$85,020
1 Not Applicable
S$25,420 S$42,520 S$85,020


1 For Singaporeans aged 40 and above, you are eligible to utilise the SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) further to offset your course fee after the IBF subsidy.

2 Fees shown are after IBF-STS funding assuming students meet the minimum academic standards outlined by IBF and are physically based in Singapore. The fees are also subject to IBF accreditation approval for all modules.

Fees and Fundings


Modules
Full Fees
(S$)
Fees after subsidies inclusive of 9% GST (S$)
Before GST After GST
Singaporean
Aged Below 40 / PR
Company Sponsored/Self Sponsored
Singaporean
Aged 40 & Above
Company Sponsored/Self Sponsored
Course Fees 2,000.00 2,180.00 1,180.00 780.00

Fees and Fundings


Core Modules
Full Fees
(S$)
Fees after subsidies inclusive of 9% GST (S$)
Before
GST
Singaporean
Aged Below 40 / PR
Singaporean
Aged 40 & Above
Company Sponsored/Self
Sponsored
Company Sponsored/Self
Sponsored

Note:

The fees listed above are after IBF-STS funding. Any discrepancies in registration details or failure to meet minimum IBF academic requirements will result in an unsuccessful IBF reimbursement claim and students will be liable for the full tuition fees. For funding eligibility criteria and more information regarding the funding, please visit www.ibf.org.sg/home/for-individuals/skills-and-jobs-development/training-support/IBF-STS.

 

The information above is correct at the time of publication. The Wealth Management Institute reserves the right to amend the fees and/or terms and conditions as appropriate. 

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Dates published may be subject to change.

Introduction to Alternatives Investing - 13 November 2026

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