SW Evaluation Asset Manager Quiz

SW Evaluation Asset Manager Quiz

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Question 1 of 10

1. Question
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Which of the following is correct?
- Past performance is directly linked to future performance
- Only quantitative factors should be considered because they can be measured
- Global best practice is to consider both Qualitative and Quantitative elements
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Question 2 of 10

2. Question
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Decision makers should aim to
- Retain all managers
- Retain underperforming managers
- Hire managers who are likely to outperform in future
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Question 3 of 10

3. Question
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Which of the following is true?
- A good asset manager will always perform better than the benchmark
- Poor managers will outperform Quality managers in the long run
- Quality managers may underperform their benchmarks
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Question 4 of 10

4. Question
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One of the aims of a Manager Continuation Policy is to
- Always retain Current Asset managers
- Ensure consistency in the manager selection process
- Ensure there is high Asset manager turnover
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Question 5 of 10

5. Question
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In the manager monitoring phase, what would be an appropriate action if an item of concern is noted?
- Fire the manager
- Request clarification from the manager
- Item should be ignored until the manager wishes to address the issue
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Question 6 of 10

6. Question
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Which of the following would be most alarming to trustees?
- A manager performing in line with the benchmark over a short period
- A manager outperforming the benchmark whilst deviating from their stated investment philosophy
- A manager underperforming the benchmark whilst remaining true to their stated investment philosophy
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Question 7 of 10

7. Question
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Which of the following is generally a positive trait for an asset manager?
- Employee share participation
- A rigid culture within the organisation
- High employee turnover
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Question 8 of 10

8. Question
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Which of the following would be considered a greater risk within an investment team?
- A team-based approach to decision making
- A decision-making process centred on a single portfolio manager with an exceptional record
- A model centred approach to investment decisions
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Question 9 of 10

9. Question
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Alpha is?
- The portfolio return in excess of the relevant benchmark return.
- The portfolio return in excess of the relevant benchmark return, having adjusted for risk.
- The ability of a manager to match the benchmarks performance.
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Question 10 of 10

10. Question
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Asset manager evaluation should ideally be . . . .
- Based upon a single key metric
- Based on every aspect of the asset managers operations
- Based on a variety of factors considered key by the trustees
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