How Hedge Funds Really Work II:
Portfolio Construction and Returns Generation
  • Author:
    Geoff Robinson
  • Level: 
    Intermediate to advanced
  • Study time:
    90 minutes
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Course overview
This playlist breaks down how hedge funds operate, covering core strategies like long-short equity and pairs trading, alongside key concepts such as alpha, beta, and exposure. It also explores fees, prime brokerage, and risk management to give a complete understanding of how hedge funds generate and sustain returns.
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Overview & Learning Outcomes

What's Included?

  • 8 videos
  • Master how hedge funds actually make money—and how to evaluate them like a professional investor.
  • Insights from a #1 ranked data-driven analyst

Who is this for? 

Designed for aspiring analysts, finance students, and investors, this playlist suits beginners to intermediate learners seeking to understand hedge fund mechanics. It’s ideal for those preparing for roles in asset management, equity research, or investing, and anyone wanting to confidently evaluate hedge fund strategies and performance drivers.

Why is this important?

Each programme is structured as a clear, chronological playlist, guiding you through concepts step by step so you can build understanding properly. Learn at your own pace, revisit material when needed, and develop skills in a logical sequence designed to support long-term mastery.

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Geoff Robinson
FCA FMVA MFM

Thought leader, instructor, writer, financial influencer, Former UBS Managing Director and 10x #1 ranked analysts EMEA Institutional Investor Survey.
ABOUT Geoff
Geoff has had a varied career. He was a Managing Director within UBS Equity Research, leading their Global Fundamental Analytics franchise. During this time, he was #1, ranked 10x in the EMEA Institutional Investor Survey. Before UBS, he was a material equity investor and LBO co-investor in two market exited training consultancies. Geoff has a passion for learning and is well-known for his ability to break down complex subject matter and distil it to an audience in a digestible and engaging manner. 
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