Prepare for the CISI Level 3 Award in Combating Financial Crime examination with syllabus-mapped revision, five 50-question mocks, flashcards, notes, and interactive explanations.
Qualification facts verified against CISI Combating Financial Crime Version 12. Last checked 25 July 2026. View the official CISI qualification page.
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Prepare confidently for the CISI Level 3 Award in Combating Financial Crime examination with structured revision, realistic practice, and clear explanations.
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An individual is found to be driving a luxury sports car that was purchased for £5,000, despite its market value being over £80,000. The individual claims they bought it from a friend. Which POCA 2002 offence is most applicable here?
This focused workbook companion and mock-exam platform turns complex AML, bribery, fraud, sanctions, and financial-crime controls into focused active-recall practice.
Use it alongside the current official CISI workbook. Passing the CFC technical exam produces the standalone CISI Level 3 Award; the full CISI Certificate in Combating Financial Crime requires an additional eligible regulatory unit.
| Assessment | 50 multiple-choice questions |
| Duration | 60 Minutes |
| Standard Pass Mark | 70% |
| Level | CISI Level 3 |
| Total Qualification Time | 81 hours |
| Feature | Exams Academy | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Access Period | Lifetime Access | One-time enrollment with no recurring fee |
| Practice Exams | Unlimited Retakes | 5 mocks × 50 questions |
| Study Support | Instant 24/7 AI Tutor | Self-service AI support; live instructor support is not included |
| Cost | $189 (One-Time) | One-time payment with no recurring subscription |
Listen to course modules on the go. Practice anytime, anywhere - even while driving or commuting.
Strategic simulators ensuring you're ready for every financial crime question.
Fifty questions per mock, matching the workbook examination specification's total question count.
Regulations can be technical; our AI Mentor simplifies them in seconds.
Optimized for practitioners on the move. Break down the 24/7 risk landscape.
The definitive last-minute guide to the most essential crime facts.
Use the same question bank in two different ways: build understanding with instant feedback, then switch to a realistic simulation when you are ready.
Choose an answer, see immediately whether it is right or wrong, and read the explanation before moving on.
Work against the official-style timer without revealing answers, then review your score and every explanation after submission.
Covers core definitions, international standards (FATF), and the regulatory landscape in the UK and globally.
Detailed look at the PLI and EDD models, the POCA 2002 legislation, and MLR 2017-2023 updates.
Focuses on the solicitation and collection of funds for terrorism, distinguishing it from general ML.
Deep dive into the UK Bribery Act 2010, US FCPA, and different types of corrupt practice.
Analysis of the Fraud Act 2006, Market Abuse Regulation (MAR), and international standards like SOX.
Distinction between evasion and avoidance, FATCA (US), and the Criminal Finances Act 2017.
Listing processes, screening technologies, and the consequences of designation.
The highest-weighted exam section (13 marks). Practical application of CDD, 3 Lines of Defence, and governance.
Preparation centre
Use these connected guides for the syllabus, exam format, booking and revision strategy.
A complete guide to passing the CISI Combating Financial Crime (CFC) exam — syllabus focus areas, common pitfalls, and interactive practice questions.
Exam guideMaster the CISI Combating Financial Crime (CFC) exam. Complete syllabus guide covering AML, bribery, terrorist financing, tax evasion, economic sanctions, risk management, and free mock exam questions.
PracticeTest your CISI Combating Financial Crime exam judgment with an interactive scenario quiz covering AML red flags, tipping off, sanctions, bribery, and escalation logic.
The qualification facts and course scope are checked against CISI Combating Financial Crime Version 12 and the official qualification information. Candidates should use the current official workbook as their primary exam source and check CISI candidate updates.
Each mock contains 50 questions, giving you 250 practice questions across five exam modes. The fifth mock is a mixed review drawn from the first four, with explanations and syllabus-area tracking. These are independent practice questions and are not official CISI examination questions.
We do not guarantee a pass — success requires reading the official CISI workbook and using our materials for active revision. However, our system is specifically designed around recall-based learning, which is proven to significantly improve retention and exam performance.
The workbook starts with the definitions and institutional framework before moving into applied controls, so the course supports both newcomers and experienced financial-crime professionals.
The workbook specifies 50 questions: 7 on the background and nature of financial crime, 8 on money laundering, 4 on terrorist financing, 6 on bribery and corruption, 4 on fraud and market abuse, 4 on tax evasion, 4 on financial sanctions, and 13 on financial-crime risk management. An element may vary by up to plus or minus two questions.
Yes — CISI recommends candidates read the official workbook. Our course is designed as a powerful revision companion, not a replacement for the workbook. We distil the most exam-relevant content into flashcards, cheat sheets, and mock exams to accelerate your preparation.
You get lifetime access from the moment of purchase. Study at your own pace with no time limits or recurring fees.
Yes — the entire platform is mobile-responsive and works on any device with a browser. Flashcards, summaries, and the AI tutor are all optimised for on-the-go study.
Passing the CFC technical exam produces the standalone CISI Level 3 Award in Combating Financial Crime. CISI states that the full Certificate also requires an eligible regulatory unit. The Exams Academy completion certificate is separate and is not a CISI Award or Certificate.
Yes! Test your knowledge and see our AI tutor explanations with the free CISI Combating Financial Crime Sample Paper. It contains 15 questions from one named topic and is not a full mock exam or overall readiness assessment.
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