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Mastering
Alternatives

Equipping advisers for the new frontier in investing

“The democratisation of alternatives has sparked explosive growth in investable opportunities, fund flows, and investor interest, which is why it’s critical for advisers to quickly build their knowledge and offerings in this space.”

Alternatives education in high demand

About

Ensombl Education

The next evolution of our education offerings is dedicated curricula: self-contained multi-channel learning experiences designed to build adviser knowledge in growing areas of advice, including alternatives, retirement incomes, and managed accounts.

#1 digital platform for Australian financial advisers

#1 Financial Planning podcast in Australia

#1 largest single-day CPD event in Australia

The Opportunity

300% increase in allocations to alternatives over next 5 years (UBS).

The Problem

Adviser knowledge gap about the options available and how to use them.

The Solution

The Ensombl ‘Mastering Alternatives’ adviser education curriculum.

The Ensombl Mastering
Alternatives Curriculum

"Mastering Alternative Assets: A New Frontier for Financial Advisers" is a dynamic short course tailored to equip financial advisers with the essential knowledge and skills to navigate the expanding landscape of alternative assets.

This course takes an innovative approach, focusing on practical methods for understanding and integrating these assets into professional practice, with a specific emphasis on the Australian market. Each section of this course forms a bite size piece of a larger puzzle, helping participants build a comprehensive understanding of alternative investments, designed to elevate their skills and knowledge in this rapidly growing space.

Dr. Ben Neilson
University of Southern Queensland –
Faculty of Education Doctor of Business Administration
The Alternatives Curriculum has been developed in conjunction with Dr. Ben Neilson, Financial Planner, University Lecturer, & published author.

under the hood

The Curriculum

A comprehensive 18-module accreditation designed to create a foundational working knowledge of alternative assets, their role in portfolios, and how to discuss alternatives with clients.

The Modules

#1 An introduction to alternatives
#2 How alternatives differ from traditional assets
#3 A closer look at private equity
#4 A closer look at private credit
#5 A closer look at hedge funds
#6 A closer look at real estate
#7 A closer look at infrastructure
#8 A closer look at commodities
#9 A closer look at cryptocurrencies
#10 A closer look at art and collectibles
#11 Modern Portfolio Theory and Financial Advice
#12 Portfolio construction considerations when using alternatives
#13 Risk management when using alternatives
#14 Understanding performance metrics and benchmarking
#15 Conducting due diligence for alternatives
#16 Communicating alternatives to clients
#17 Regulatory framework for alternatives
#18 Ethical considerations when using alternatives
#19 Case studies

#20 Marketplace

Layered Learning

ZOOMING IN

Private Equity Module

From the Front Line
- Adviser Insights

The Expert Edge
Industry leaders share their expertise

Marketplace

PARTNER PACKAGES

Company Showcase Page

Connects learning with usable solutions by showcasing the offerings and credentials of partner brands in the alternatives space.

PARTNER PACKAGES

Multi-Channel Delivery

Connects learning with usable solutions by showcasing the offerings and credentials of partner brands in the alternatives space.

Adviser Insights Assets

Content based on community member insights receives 45% more traction than standard corporate content.

What it is:
A 15-minute discussion featuring an adviser influencer advocating for a specific outcome in conversation with an Ensombl adviser host.
Why it matters:
Advice leaders trust respected peers over brand-driven content. Authentic, peer-led storytelling cuts through. This is a rare chance to embed your message into adviser-led conversations—where they seek real solutions.
Price:
$8k (production managed by Ensombl)
Distribution:
Reaching a wider adviser audience via the weekly Omnibus email, LinkedIn, and social platforms.
What it is:
A streamlined decision-making tool that provides financial advisers with a structured, visual IF-THEN-WHY framework—helping them confidently determine when and why to use an asset class.

Example:
Why it matters:
Turn insights into action with a clear, adviser-focused framework.
  • High-impact CTA: Synergy between storytelling and structured decision-making.
  • Immediate utility: Advisers can apply it in real client discussions.
  • Exclusive availability: Only available as an add-on to the ‘Peer Perspective Spotlight’.
Price: $2k
$2k (add on to Peer Perspective Spotlight)
Mentioned in:
Ensombl’s Peer Perspective Spotlight.

Expert Edge Assets

“Educate me, don’t indoctrinate me.”
What it is:
A premium content placement opportunity for thought leadership materials, such as whitepapers, educational videos, and expert commentary.
Why it matters:
Advisers reject traditional sales messaging but actively seek peer-recommended insights. Instead of pushing a product, this asset positions your company as an educator providing industry knowledge that builds credibility and trust​.
Price:
$2k (per inclusion)
Distribution:
Ensombl-supported promotion through the ‘Mastering Alternatives’ ecosystem.
#1 most downloaded podcast for financial advisers.
What it is:
  1. Guest feature on Australia’s #1 most downloaded podcast for financial advisers.
  2. Private markets focused discussion, hosted by Ensombl
  3. 30-second pre-roll advertisement before each episode.
Why it matters:
Ensombl’s podcast offers unmatched access to time-poor, digitally native advisers, reaching an influential audience of 15,000 monthly downloads.
Price:
$8k (production managed by Ensombl)
Distribution:
Ensombl-supported promotion through the ‘Mastering Alternatives’ ecosystem.

Company Showcase

Position your expertise where advisers actively seek solutions.
What it is:
A dedicated digital space where fund managers can present product-specific insights in a structured, self-serve format—ensuring seamless access for advisers evaluating new opportunities.
Why it matters:
Advisers, like all digital natives, expect information on demand – not interruptions. They prefer self-directed research and engage on their own terms. This showcase ensures your insights reach them in a frictionless, accessible format, aligning with how they make investment decisions.
Potential inclusions:
  • Fund fact sheets and performance reports
  • Investment theses and whitepapers
  • CIO commentary on market trends
  • Case studies of successful allocations
  • Educational videos explaining investment strategies
  • FAQs addressing common adviser concerns
Price:
$10k (production managed by Ensombl)

A World of Alternative Assets

Private Equity

PRIVATE CREDIT
DIGITAL ASSETS
Infrastructure

Gold & Commodities

Hedge Funds
Real Estate
Venture Capital