Understanding the AIFMD Landscape

This course provides a comprehensive exploration of the Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive (AIFMD), the EU’s landmark framework for regulating alternative investment funds (AIFs), including hedge funds, private equity funds, real estate funds, and other non-UCITS vehicles. Introduced in 2011 in response to the global financial crisis, AIFMD was designed to enhance oversight, transparency, and investor protection, while mitigating systemic risk within the European financial system. Participants will examine the directive’s objectives, scope, authorization process, operational conditions, risk management requirements, valuation practices, and depositary obligations. The course also explores cross-border marketing, non-EU manager access, ESG considerations, Brexit implications, and future developments. By engaging with regulatory provisions, practical challenges, and case studies, learners will gain the knowledge and skills to navigate AIFMD effectively, ensuring compliance while supporting innovation and investor confidence.