By Invitation Only
Produced for
Industry Professionals,
Executives,
Family Offices,
Analysts,
& Entrepreneurs
Dr. Bernhard Scherer
Head of Quantitative Portfolio Strategy
Abu Dhabi Investment Authority
Renowned academic and practitioner in strategic asset allocation, risk budgeting, and institutional portfolio design
Lecture: Public Markets with Private Discipline: Strategic Allocation and Risk in Institutional Portfolios
Michael Cohen
Chief Operating and Investment Officer
CalPERS
Senior global allocator with deep experience in sovereign portfolio governance, operational resilience, and total-portfolio design
Lecture: Stewards of Capital – Governance & Fiduciary Oversight in Practice
Hybrid format: Abu Dhabi (in-person) and online via video conference
Institutional investing, taught by institutional leaders.
12
modules
48
lectures
Global
faculty
Optional workshops in
Abu Dhabi
Feb. 12, 2026
London
Apr. 23, 2026
New York
Aug. 20, 2026
Hong Kong
Nov. 19, 2026
Why Smart Allocators Are Going Back to 'School'
By Invitation Through the CIMAS Admissions Process
Attendance at the inaugural lecture is by invitation only and reserved for candidates admitted to the CIMAS program.
CIMAS maintains a selective admissions standard to ensure a peer group of experienced, high-caliber professionals. Candidates are expected to demonstrate:
- A strong educational background in finance, economics, engineering, or related disciplines
- Professional experience in portfolio management, asset allocation, risk management, or investment strategy
- Exposure to institutional, family office, sovereign, or allocator-led investment environments
Each application is reviewed as part of the CIMAS admissions process to preserve academic rigor and cohort quality.
Limited Seating
To maintain an interactive, high-engagement learning environment, seats for the inaugural lecture are strictly limited.
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply early through the CIMAS admissions process.
For more information on CIMAS and the application process, please visit:
Faculty Spotlight
Chair, CIMAS Academic Council | Head of Portfolio, ADIA
CIMAS Academic Council | Chief Operating Investment Officer, CalPERS
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