Finance

CLT – Advanced Certificate & Diploma in Fund Administration 2010-2011

Graduate Level Program

The funds industry has grown extensively over the last decade but has experienced significant turbulence and change in recent months. The ability of fund professionals to adapt to current circumstances will, to a degree, determine the success of the funds.

Industry change creates opportunities, but it also increases demands. The role of international fund administrators is challenging. They must ensure that the fund is being run in accordance with its published objectives and that its back-office operations are managed efficiently and effectively for the benefit of the investors. This function is becoming increasingly specialized and requires professional skills across a range of disciplines, including legal, accounting, management and investment.

The Advanced Certificate in Fund Administration gives an overview of the environment in which investment takes place and offers an introduction to the role of the fund administrator. It is designed to provide administrators with a good understanding of the various roles and responsibilities of the fund administrator as well as the practical skills to undertake the daily operations of a fund in a consistent, productive and competent manner.  This certificate is designed for new entrants into fund administration; the Advanced Certificate provides introductory knowledge and practical skills training.

The Diploma in Fund Administration covers all of the major aspects of the fund industry but focuses particularly on Hedge Funds, the organization and operations. The Diploma is suitable for those fund practitioners who already have some practical experience and want to improve their knowledge.

The Diploma provides detailed knowledge and practical skills. It is a certificated, professional education programme. Awarded in association with the University of Manchester Business School, the Diploma is a benchmark qualification demonstrating excellence.