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Securities & Markets
CISI Certificate in Securities (UAE)
Prepare for the global CISI Securities technical unit with Version 25 coverage of equities, debt, markets, settlement, accounting analysis and investment management.
Version 25 is effective for examinations from 22 March 2026. The current Edition 21 workbook covers examinations to 21 March 2027.
301 Practice Questions Detailed Study Notes Realistic Mock Exams
Course syllabus information reviewed for 2026. Always check the awarding body’s latest official syllabus and candidate updates before booking or sitting your exam.
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- 5 اختبارات تجريبية × 100 سؤالاً · 301 سؤالاً فريداً · 500 موضع سؤال إجمالاً · محاولات غير محدودة
- التعلّم المركّز · مواضيع الاختبار والأخطاء الشائعة والفخاخ والأرقام المهمة
- بطاقات مراجعة ممتعة وفعّالة
- ورقة مراجعة مرتبة حسب الفصول
- تعلّم صوتي · جميع الفصول متاحة بصيغة صوتية
- محلل أداء وموجّه ذكي يحدد نقاط ضعفك
- وضع الدراسة · تعلّم أثناء التدريب
- دردشة ذكية مدرّبة خصيصاً على هذا الامتحان
- بيانات مصقولة يومياً بملاحظات المجتمع
- محتوى حديث ومدقق الدقة
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Certificate in Securities with Smart Practice
This is a complete exam simulation system for the global CISI Securities technical unit in the Capital Markets Programme. It covers all nine Version 25 elements, from the Financial Services Industry to Investment Management, using the current Edition 21 workbook and syllabus effective from 22 March 2026.
The course includes five full 100-question timed mocks and 500 practice slots drawn from 301 distinct authored questions. Every paper follows the official element weighting and two-hour pace. Flashcards, summaries and the quick-reference sheet support active recall, while the official workbook remains the core study source.
Key Benefits
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Listen to course modules on the go. Practice anytime, anywhere - even while driving or commuting.
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Five Full-Length Mock Exams
Practise 100 questions in 120 minutes with the official Version 25 element weighting.
- ✓ Mocks 1–4 progress from foundations to final examination practice.
- ✓ Mock 5 mixes questions from the four practice papers.
- ✓ Every paper uses the official 3/27/2/14/15/7/8/14/10 weighting.
- ✓ Unlimited retakes with answer explanations.
Quick-Reference Cheat Sheet
29 searchable revision references covering calculations, distinctions and market processes.
- ✓ BIS DvP Models and settlement cycles.
- ✓ Credit rating scales and investment grade thresholds.
- ✓ Yield calculations and day count conventions.
- ✓ Liquidation hierarchy and accounting rules.
100 Active Recall Flashcards
Master key concepts with spaced repetition across all 9 chapters.
- ✓ Covers asset classes, markets, settlement, and accounting.
- ✓ Track mastery progress with the built-in tracker.
- ✓ Focus on the facts most likely to appear in exams.
Chapter Summaries with Exam Tips
Concise summaries highlighting examinable areas and common exam traps.
- ✓ Examinable areas ranked by importance.
- ✓ Common pitfalls that catch students out.
- ✓ CISI-specific exam tricks and distinctions.
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Get instant explanations and guidance on any topic from your AI tutor.
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- ✓ Get detailed explanations with examples.
- ✓ Covers all 9 chapters of the syllabus.
Syllabus
Module 1: The Financial Services Industry 3% syllabus weight
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Understanding the structure and participants of the financial services industry.
- • Retail vs professional/wholesale sectors
- • Key participants: banks, pension funds, insurance companies
- • Investment banks, fund managers, brokers, custodians
- • Equity, bond, and FX market overview
Module 2: Asset Classes 27% syllabus weight
Comprehensive coverage of equities, bonds, yields, FX, CISs, and structured products.
- • Ordinary and preference shares (cumulative, convertible, redeemable)
- • Bond yields: flat yield, GRY, NRY, modified duration
- • Government bonds by country (gilts, Treasuries, bunds)
- • Credit ratings and investment grade thresholds
- • Collective investment schemes and ETFs
- • Foreign exchange markets and day count conventions
Module 3: Markets 2% syllabus weight
Primary and secondary market characteristics and governing authorities.
- • Primary market: IPOs, capital raising
- • Secondary market: liquidity, HFT, algorithmic trading
- • Governing authorities: FCA, SEC, CSRC
Module 4: Primary Markets 14% syllabus weight
How securities are brought to market through various types of offerings.
- • Types of offer: subscription, sale, placing, introduction
- • Bookbuilding, underwriting, and stabilisation
- • Greenshoe options and clawback mechanisms
- • Bond offerings and the role of the DMO
Module 5: Secondary Markets 15% syllabus weight
Trading mechanisms, order types, and market structure.
- • Order-driven vs quote-driven vs hybrid systems
- • Order types: market, limit, stop, iceberg
- • Dark pools, MTFs, and systematic internalisers
- • Key equity indices: FTSE 100, S&P 500, DJIA
Module 6: Corporate Actions 7% syllabus weight
Events initiated by issuers that affect their securities.
- • Dividends: interim, final, ex-dividend mechanics
- • Scrip/bonus issues and stock splits
- • Rights issues: TERP and nil-paid value calculations
- • Share buybacks and notifiable interests
Module 7: Clearing and Settlement 8% syllabus weight
Post-trade processes including clearing, settlement, and custody.
- • Clearing vs settlement: definitions and processes
- • BIS DvP Models 1, 2, and 3
- • Custody, nominees (designated vs pooled)
- • CLS for FX settlement, stock lending
Module 8: Accounting Analysis 14% syllabus weight
Financial statements, key ratios, and accounting concepts.
- • Balance sheet: current/non-current assets and liabilities
- • Income statement: revenue to net profit
- • Cash flow statement: operating, investing, financing
- • Key ratios: EPS, P/E, dividend yield, ROCE, gearing
Module 9: Investment Management 10% syllabus weight
Risk and reward, diversification, and investment strategies.
- • Systematic vs unsystematic risk
- • Correlation, diversification, and hedging
- • Active vs passive management
- • ESG investing and bond strategies
- • Institutional investors and liquidation hierarchy
Frequently Asked Questions
The exam consists of 100 multiple-choice questions that you must complete within 2 hours. You need to score 70% or higher to pass.
You get lifetime access from the moment you enrol. Study at your own pace and revisit the material whenever you need a refresher.
Yes. The course was verified against CISI Securities Version 25 and the Edition 21 workbook, covering examinations from 22 March 2026 to 21 March 2027. Candidates should still check CISI Candidate Updates before sitting the exam.
Absolutely. The platform is fully responsive and works on desktop, tablet, and mobile browsers. You can study on the go.
The official workbook is the core study source. This independent companion adds five timed, syllabus-weighted mocks, 301 distinct authored questions across 500 practice slots, explanations, flashcards, summaries and an AI tutor.
Yes. Use the current official workbook as your core source. This course is a revision and exam-practice companion, not a replacement for the CISI learning material or Candidate Updates.
The course is mapped to the official CISI Securities Version 25 syllabus and current Edition 21 workbook. Practice questions are independently authored and are not official CISI examination questions.
We do not guarantee a pass — success requires reading the official workbook and using our materials for active revision. However, our system is designed around recall-based learning, which is proven to significantly improve retention and exam performance.
CISI does not state a prior academic qualification for the Securities unit. For candidates in the UK, Ireland, Europe and North America, IntegrityMatters is a prerequisite for the Capital Markets Programme exams. Confirm the route and regulatory unit required in your jurisdiction.
Not by itself. Securities is the technical unit. The Capital Markets Programme qualification requires the technical unit plus an accepted regulatory unit for the candidate's route or jurisdiction.
Yes! Test your knowledge and review detailed explanations with the free CISI Certificate in Securities Mock Exam Preview below. It contains 15 exam-style questions from one named syllabus topic; the full course provides complete mock exams and syllabus coverage.
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Try 15 CISI Certificate in Securities practice questions from Corporate Actions
Practice CISI Certificate in Securities exam questions with answers and explanations. The full course includes 5 mock exams and complete syllabus coverage.
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Corporate Actions
Which corporate action grants existing shareholders the first opportunity to buy newly issued shares in proportion to their current holdings?
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Card 1 of 10The Financial Services Industry
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What is the primary function of the financial services sector?
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- Retail and professional business and their clients
- Roles of banks, pension funds, insurers and investment services
- Roles of financial planning and advice
- Roles of investment banks, fund managers, stockbrokers and custodians
- Equity, bond and foreign-exchange market distinctions
Chapter 1: The Financial Services Industry
The opening element establishes the people, institutions and markets that make up financial services. Retail business serves individuals and smaller organisations through services such as banking, pensions, insurance, investment services, financial planning and advice. Professional or wholesale business serves institutional and corporate clients and operates at larger scale in the equity, bond and foreign-exchange markets. The exam can test the client type, purpose and market associated with either sector, so classify the activity before choosing an answer.
Banks accept deposits, provide payment services and lend to customers. Pension funds invest contributions to meet future retirement liabilities, while insurance companies collect premiums, pool risk and invest reserves against future c…
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Who Is This For?
✓ Financial services professionals preparing for the CISI Certificate in Securities
✓ Students pursuing Capital Markets Programme qualifications
✓ Investment banking and securities operations professionals
✓ Compliance and risk professionals needing securities knowledge
✓ Career changers entering the financial services sector
✓ International professionals seeking UK-recognised qualifications
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