The CQA Institute is a non-profit organization dedicated to educating students interested in the investment management industry. By capturing the collective experience and insights of CQA members, the Institute can develop programs that will provide a unique learning experience. The goal is to provide an avenue for students who have a desire to go beyond what they learn in school and take advantage of the real world experience of accomplished investment professionals. The CQA Institute offers an intensive, two-week course taught by investment industry professionals. The participants in the course will be highly-motivated undergraduate students interested in a career in investment management. The course will include a lecture series on key investment topics, “boot-camp” style training on critical technical skills, and a capstone project.