Education

Think Like an
Institutional Investor

Structured programs that teach the frameworks, tools, and mental models used by professional macro investors and portfolio managers at Europe's leading institutions.

Practitioner-Led

Taught by the same team that manages capital professionally. No academic theory without market context.

Certification

Receive a Zinscapital certificate of completion for qualifying courses, verifiable on request.

Flexible Format

Self-paced modules with live sessions. Learn on your schedule without sacrificing depth.

Small Cohorts

Limited enrolment per intake ensures direct access to instructors and meaningful peer interaction.

Course Catalogue

Three Programs.
One Clear Path.

Our programs are designed to be taken sequentially, or independently if you already have relevant experience.

FoundationsCertificate Included

Macro Investing Foundations

Build the framework every serious investor needs.

A structured introduction to macroeconomic analysis and its application to financial markets. Designed for investors who want to move beyond stock-picking and understand the forces that drive entire asset classes.

What You Will Learn
  • Understand the economic cycle: growth, inflation, and policy
  • Read and interpret central bank communications
  • Analyse yield curves, credit spreads, and FX dynamics
  • Build a top-down macro investment framework
  • Apply macro signals to asset allocation decisions
  • Introduction to the Zinscapital Macro Terminal
Curriculum
01The Macroeconomic Cycle & Regime Framework
02Central Banks: Mandate, Tools & Market Impact
03Reading the Bond Market: Yields, Curves & Credit
04Currency Markets & Global Capital Flows
05Equity Markets Through a Macro Lens
06Building Your First Macro-Driven Portfolio
Investment
€499
Duration: 6 weeks
Self-paced + weekly live sessions
Limited cohort size
Enrol — Foundations

Next intake: Contact us for schedule

Most Popular Program
AdvancedCertificate Included

Advanced Portfolio Construction

From macro framework to institutional portfolio management.

A rigorous program for investors who already understand macro fundamentals and want to build professionally structured, risk-managed portfolios. Covers institutional techniques in asset allocation, risk management, and performance attribution.

What You Will Learn
  • Construct multi-asset portfolios with macro conviction
  • Apply advanced risk management techniques (VaR, drawdown analysis)
  • Perform scenario analysis and stress testing
  • Understand factor investing and systematic approaches
  • Evaluate manager selection and due diligence
  • Generate investment policy statements (IPS)
Curriculum
01Advanced Asset Allocation: Strategic & Tactical
02Risk Management: Frameworks, Metrics & Tools
03Scenario Analysis & Stress Testing
04Factor Investing & Quantitative Overlays
05Manager Selection & Due Diligence
06Investment Policy Statements & Governance
07Performance Attribution & Reporting
08Building an Institutional-Grade Investment Process
Investment
€899
Duration: 8 weeks
Self-paced + bi-weekly live workshops
Limited cohort size
Enrol — Advanced

Next intake: Contact us for schedule

Masterclass

Mastering the Macro Terminal

Get maximum value from Zinscapital's proprietary platform.

A hands-on program covering every module of the Zinscapital Macro Terminal. Learn how to integrate the platform's data and tools into your research workflow, from macro dashboards to stock screening and portfolio analytics.

What You Will Learn
  • Navigate all Terminal modules with confidence
  • Build custom macro watchlists and dashboards
  • Use the screener for multi-factor equity research
  • Interpret COT and 13F data for positioning insights
  • Run correlation and seasonal analysis
  • Integrate Terminal data into your investment process
Curriculum
01Terminal Orientation & Navigation
02Economy Dashboard: Reading Macro Indicators
03Equity Research: Screener, Valuation & Overview
04COT, Seasonal & Alternative Data
05Correlation Engine & Rate Forecasts
06Portfolio Tracker & Performance Analytics
Investment
€299
Duration: 3 weeks
Self-paced + 2 live walkthroughs
Limited cohort size
Enrol — Terminal Masterclass

Next intake: Contact us for schedule

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