Global education provider Kaplan and the leading organization in alternative investment education and certification, the CAIA Association, have announced a new partnership. This collaboration aims to assist a greater number of finance professionals in obtaining the CAIA.nxt certificate and micro-credentials.
This alliance will broaden the reach of CAIA.nxt educational resources through Kaplan's extensive global network of learners. It is designed to help more professionals build expertise in the alternative investment market, which is valued at $25 trillion. CAIA.nxt is the CAIA Association's online learning platform, offering practical education and certifications in the alternative investment space. It equips wealth management and investment management professionals with the knowledge required to navigate this increasingly significant sector.
Steve Novakovic, Managing Director of Educational Programs at the CAIA Association, commented on the growing need for education as private markets and alternative investments continue to expand. He stated that professionals require training that enables them to confidently apply new concepts, and CAIA.nxt meets this demand through a flexible, practitioner-led learning model that accommodates full-time work schedules.
Derek Burkett, Vice President of Kaplan Schweser, highlighted the challenges of today's complex financial environment. He noted that professionals need more than just foundational knowledge; they require adaptability and specialized expertise to remain competitive. He described this partnership as an extension of Kaplan's commitment to ensuring learners are prepared not only for the current market but are also equipped with high-impact credentials to advance their future careers.
As part of this collaboration, students enrolling through Kaplan will receive a 10% discount. The certificate program is primarily targeted at professionals within the wealth management and investment management fields.
The CAIA Association is the globally recognized authority in alternative investment education, with its CAIA Charter representing the professional standard in the field worldwide. The association boasts a membership of over 14,000 individuals across more than 100 countries. Kaplan is a subsidiary of Graham Holdings Company (NYSE: GHC) and serves approximately 1.2 million students and professionals in 40 countries globally.
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