Future of Asset Management Virtual Series
Investing is changing. See where you fit.
Asset management is evolving fast – and the way investment decisions get made is changing with it. Technology, data, risk management and new market structures are reshaping the industry in real time.
This virtual series puts you inside that change. Hear directly from BlackRock professionals about what’s shifting, why it matters and how students from a wide range of backgrounds can be part of what comes next.
Overview:
- Open to students across all majors
- Live virtual sessions
- Interactive discussions, polls and Q&A
Why join this series?
You don’t need a finance background to get value from this experience. Whether you’re interested in markets, technology, data or simply want to understand how the industry works, this series is designed to make asset management more accessible – and more relevant.
By attending, you’ll:
- Explore topics like tokenization, platforms and AI in simple terms
- Hear from professionals across investing, risk, product and technology teams
- Discover career paths in asset management – and where your background could fit
Curious about the future of investing? Register for the session (or sessions) that interest you.
Session 1: How Asset Management Is Evolving
Wednesday, June 24, 2026 | 5–6 PM ET
Start with the fundamentals. This session breaks down what asset management is, why it matters and how investing has evolved from traditional stock picking to modern portfolio thinking – setting the foundation for everything that follows.
What you’ll explore:
- What asset management is
- How investing has changed over time
Session 2: Investing Through Uncertainty
Wednesday, July 15, 2026 | 5–6 PM ET
Markets don’t move in straight lines. Learn how investors make decisions during periods of volatility – and why risk management is central to investing in uncertain environments.
What you’ll explore:
- How inflation, rates and geopolitics affect portfolios
- How investors think through trade-offs in uncertain markets
Session 3: Tokenization, Digitization & the Future of Markets
Wednesday, August 5, 2026 | 5–6 PM ET
What does tokenization actually mean – and what’s real versus hype? This session demystifies how digitization could reshape market infrastructure, transparency and access.
What you’ll explore:
- What tokenization and digitization really mean
- How they could affect transparency, access and efficiency
Session 4: The Operating System of Asset Management
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 | 5–6 PM ET
Behind every investment decision is a connected platform. Learn how data, risk, trading and operations come together to support investing at scale.
What you’ll explore:
- What an asset management platform actually does
- Why shared infrastructure matters in a global firm
Session 5: Data, AI & Decision Making in Asset Management
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 | 5–6 PM ET
AI is changing investing – but not by replacing human judgment. This session looks at how data and AI support better decisions, responsibly and with clear guardrails.
What you’ll explore:
- Where data and AI show up in investment workflows today
- Why governance and fiduciary responsibility matter
Session 6: Careers in Asset Management
Wednesday, October 7, 2026 | 5–6 PM ET
Not sure where you fit yet? This session connects the dots between different majors, skill sets and the wide range of roles across BlackRock.
What you’ll explore:
- How different academic backgrounds show up in the industry
- Early career insights and recruiting tips for BlackRock opportunities across investing, risk, product and client teams
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