Date: March 12-14, 2007
Location: London
Organized by: London Business School (co-sponsored by the CFA Institute)

Apparently this event is designed for those already quite familiar with hedge funds.  According to the LBS website:

“…the programme seeks to explain why hedge funds have been so attractive in recent years and contemplates whether this performance is sustainable.

“Beginning with an overview of the hedge fund industry and its recent developments, the programme then introduces various hedge fund investment models. It also gives participants the opportunity to experience these developments and models first-hand through a simulation game. The programme draws on the research work carried out at the BNP Paribas Hedge Fund Centre.”

Featuring hedge fund research “rock stars” Narayan Naik and Bill Fung, the event will cover some “recent research” (which we are guessing will have important implications for hedge fund “replication” strategies).

“Recent advances in research are introduced to establish a comprehensive framework that encompasses a wide range of hedge fund strategies. This framework is then used to demonstrate how hedge fund investment models differ from those of mutual funds. You will explore the key risk exposures faced by hedge funds and the implications for strategic asset allocation and portfolio construction.”

Link to Full Conference Programme