Passive income investments include real estate and infrastructure assets that generate steady income through rent, dividends, or long-term contracts.

An AIF (Alternative Investment Fund) is a pooled investment structure that invests in non-traditional assets like private equity, hedge funds, or real assets.

Basic finance knowledge is helpful but not required. The course explains alternative investments and strategies in a clear and structured way.

Alternative investments have low correlation with traditional assets, helping reduce overall portfolio risk and improve long-term returns.

Alternative investments may involve risks like low liquidity, high fees, complex structures, and limited transparency compared to traditional investments.

This course can be completed in about 5–6 weeks with 4–5 hours of study per week. It offers a flexible schedule so you can learn at your own pace.

Yes, digital assets like cryptocurrencies and blockchain-based investments are considered emerging alternative investments.

This course helps build skills in portfolio management, investment analysis, and alternative asset evaluation, useful for finance and investment roles.

Yes, the course is designed to explain concepts step by step, making it suitable for beginners as well as finance professionals.

Tools include IRR, portfolio diversification models, real estate valuation methods, and risk-return analysis frameworks.

Alternative investments are popular because they offer diversification, higher return potential, and protection against market volatility and inflation.

To access the course materials, assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience when you enroll in a course. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid. The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.

When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile.