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CME-3A: Certificate in Securities (KSA)

Name: CME-3A: Certificate in Securities
Rating: 4.5 (12 reviews)

Official CISI Accredited Training Partner

Prepare for the Saudi Financial Academy CME-3A Securities examination across all nine Version 25 elements, with timed mock exams, calculations, recall tools and syllabus-aligned explanations.

Version 25 applies to examinations from 22 March 2026 to 21 March 2027. The 1 September 2026 Candidate Update is included.

400 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 mock exams × 100 questions · 400 unique questions · 500 total question slots · unlimited retakes
Focus Learn · key areas, pitfalls, exam traps & key numbers
Flashcards · fun, fast and effective recall
Exam cheat sheet · key facts, rules and numbers by chapter
Audio Learning · every chapter in audio
AI Analyzer & Mentor · pinpoints your weak areas
Study Mode Exams · learn while you train
AI Chat trained specifically for this exam
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Saudi CME-3A Securities Exam Practice

This is an exam simulation and revision system for the Saudi Financial Academy CME-3A Certificate in Securities. It covers all nine Version 25 elements using the current official source set and applies the official 1 September 2026 Candidate Update.

Mocks 1–4 contain 400 non-repeating primary question stems in the official weighting. Mock 5 draws 25 questions from each primary paper for a 100-question mixed review. Every full paper uses the official 120-minute format and 70% pass mark.

CISI Academy is an official Accredited Training Partner (ATP) of the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment.

Key Benefits

Official CISI ATP Partner

Study with confidence using materials aligned with the syllabus published by the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment.

✓ Direct alignment with the official CISI syllabus.
✓ Content reviewed by CISI certified professionals.
✓ Official recognition of training quality.

AI Audio Summaries New

Listen to course modules on the go. Practice anytime, anywhere - even while driving or commuting.

✓ Studio-quality AI voice narration.
✓ Perfect for auditory learners.
✓ Maximize your study time during daily commutes.

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Unlimited Mock Exams

Practice under real exam conditions with four distinct primary papers and one mixed review.

✓ Every full paper contains 100 questions in the official element weighting.
✓ Mocks 1–4 provide 400 question stems without exact repeats.
✓ Mock 5 draws exactly 25 questions from each primary paper.
✓ Answer choices shuffle while explanations remain tied to the correct answer.

Quick-Reference Cheat Sheet

268 searchable facts, formulas and objective references across all nine elements.

✓ Bond yield, accrued-interest and present-value formulas.
✓ Rights, accounting and investor-ratio calculations.
✓ Offer methods, trading orders and settlement distinctions.
✓ Candidate Update figures and corrected learning points.

248 Active Recall Flashcards

Master key concepts and every Version 25 objective with spaced repetition across all nine elements.

✓ Covers asset classes, markets, settlement, and accounting.
✓ Includes 20 number-recall cards and a 128-objective syllabus map.
✓ Track mastery progress with the built-in tracker.

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.

AI-Powered Study Mentor

Get instant explanations and guidance on any topic from your AI tutor.

✓ Ask questions in natural language.
✓ 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 uses
• Updated December 2025 exchange-market comparison

Module 2: Asset Classes 27% syllabus weight

Cash, shares, debt, FX, collective investments, property 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

Principal characteristics of primary and secondary markets.

• New issuance and issuer capital raising
• Trading existing securities between investors
• How secondary-market liquidity supports primary issuance

Module 4: Primary Markets 14% syllabus weight

How securities are brought to market through various types of offerings.

• IPOs, follow-on offers, offers for sale, placings and introductions
• Bookbuilding, underwriting and stabilisation
• Stock-exchange admission and regulatory frameworks
• Bond issuers, issuance methods and origination

Module 5: Secondary Markets 15% syllabus weight

Trading mechanisms, order types, and market structure.

• Order-driven vs quote-driven vs hybrid systems
• Market, limit and iceberg orders; fill and cancellation instructions
• 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
• CCPs, novation, margin and delivery versus payment
• 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

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Recent Reviews

Kareem T.

· Sep 12, 2025

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CISI Academy learner feedback

Excellent mock exams

I passed my CME-3A exam last week! The practice questions are very similar to the real exam topics. This was my main study resource.

Response from CISI Academy

Thank you Kareem! It is wonderful to hear that our study materials made a difference.

Abdulaziz S.

· Aug 4, 2026

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CISI Academy learner feedback

Exactly what I needed

I was struggling with some of the more confusing concepts, but the mock exams and flashcards here broke it down perfectly. The explanations really clarify why an answer is wrong.

Noura M.

· Jul 30, 2026

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CISI Academy learner feedback

Very realistic questions

The questions are very similar to the real test. I was worried about the time limit, but practicing with these mocks helped me manage my pace. Highly recommended!

Sophie V.

· Aug 26, 2025

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Great CME-3A prep

Ratios and EPS calculations are simplified. The section on fundamental analysis is excellent. Passed my CME-3A today!

Leo M.

· Jul 20, 2025

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CISI Academy learner feedback

Bond pricing made easy

I used to find bond pricing confusing, but the videos made it clear. Passed CME-3A on my first attempt!

Ziyad O.

· Jul 10, 2025

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CISI Academy learner feedback

Great flashcards

The flashcards were perfect for memorizing yield calculations, coupon rates, and pricing formulas. They helped me pass!

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 is mapped to CISI Securities Version 25 and the current official study material for examinations from 22 March 2026 to 21 March 2027, including the official 1 September 2026 Candidate Update. Candidates should still check later 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, 400 non-repeating primary stems across 500 practice placements, 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, current official study material and published Candidate Updates. Practice questions are independently authored and are not official CISI examination questions.

We do not guarantee a pass. Use the official workbook as your core source, then use the flashcards, question explanations and timed mocks to practise retrieval, identify weak objectives and revisit those sections before the exam.

CISI does not state a prior academic qualification for the Securities unit. Confirm any local registration or regulatory requirements with the Saudi Financial Academy before booking.

As an official CISI Accredited Training Partner, our provider holds ATP status and our materials are structured around the current CISI syllabus. This gives you a structured, exam-focused companion to the official workbook.

Yes! Test your knowledge and review detailed explanations with the free CME-3A: 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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Free CME-3A: Certificate in Securities Practice Questions & Exam Preview

Try 15 CME-3A: Certificate in Securities practice questions from Corporate Actions

Practice CME-3A: 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

Question 1 of 15

Which statement correctly distinguishes an interim dividend from a final dividend?

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Flashcards

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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Focus Learn

Key Examinable Areas6

Differences between retail and professional or wholesale business
Roles of banks, pension funds, insurers and investment services
Purpose of financial planning and financial advice
Roles of investment banks, fund managers, stockbrokers and custodians
Principal uses of equity, bond and foreign-exchange markets
Dated exchange-market comparison in the current Candidate Update

Common Pitfalls to Avoid3

Exam Traps2

Key Numbers3

Chapter 1: The Financial Services Industry

This chapter establishes who uses financial services and what the main participants do. Retail business is directed mainly at individuals and smaller organisations. It includes deposit-taking, lending, pensions, insurance, investment services, financial planning and advice. Professional or wholesale business serves companies and institutional investors through larger and often more specialised transactions. In a scenario, first identify the client and then the function being performed; the size or fame of the institution is not enough to identify its role.

Banks accept deposits, operate payment services and provide finance. Pension funds invest contributions to meet future pension liabilities, while insurers collect premiums, pool risks and invest reserves against expected claims. Financi…

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Who Is This For?

✓ Candidates preparing for the Saudi Financial Academy CME-3A examination

✓ Professionals working toward Saudi capital-market examination requirements

✓ Investment banking and securities operations professionals

✓ Trading, settlement, investment and financial-analysis professionals

✓ Career changers entering the financial services sector

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