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CISI Regulations and Market Practice (Kenya)

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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Exam Format & Details

Assessment 50 multiple-choice questions
Duration 60 Minutes
Standard Pass Mark 70%

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Syllabus

Module 1: Chapter 1: The Regulatory Framework 10 marks out of 50

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The legal framework, role of the CMA, and the CMA licensing of capital market intermediaries.

  • CAP 485A of the Laws of Kenya
  • Role and Powers of the CMA
  • Capital Markets Tribunal
  • Licensing requirements and fees
  • Regulatory Sandbox

Module 2: Chapter 2: Licensing and Capital Adequacy of Market Intermediaries 4 marks out of 50

Different categories of licensees, their required paid-up capital, and ongoing financial ratios.

  • Paid-up capital requirements
  • Liquid capital and working capital ratios
  • Ongoing reporting obligations

Module 3: Chapter 3: Governance and Controls of Market Intermediaries 8 marks out of 50

Corporate governance, internal audit, risk management, compliance officer roles, and AML/CFT rules.

  • Board responsibilities and internal controls
  • Independent functions (Risk, Audit, Compliance)
  • AML / CFT legislation & Financial Reporting Centre (FRC)
  • Record keeping and client asset segregation

Module 4: Chapter 4: Conduct of Business 15 marks out of 50

Suitability, client money, conflict of interest, advertising, best execution, related-party transactions, and listed company disclosure rules.

  • Client onboarding and suitability
  • Client money rules and segregated trust bank accounts
  • Conflicts of interest and advertising rules
  • Best execution and order priority
  • Related-party transactions and shareholder approvals
  • Price-sensitive disclosures for listed companies

Module 5: Chapter 5: Markets and Trading Rules 8 marks out of 50

Clearing, settlement, novation, securities lending, NSE market segments (MIMS vs GEMS), and market abuse.

  • Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) segments
  • Order routing & Automated Trading System (ATS)
  • Central Counterparty (CCP), clearing and novation
  • Securities lending and borrowing (SLB)
  • Market manipulation and insider trading penalties

Module 6: Chapter 6: Investment Funds 5 marks out of 50

Collective Investment Schemes (CIS), REITs (I-REIT vs D-REIT), and registered venture capital companies.

  • Collective Investment Schemes (CIS) and portfolio limits
  • Valuation, dealing and redemptions
  • REIT managers, trustees, borrowing limits, and size requirements
  • Registered Venture Capital Companies (VCCs) regulations

Who Is This For?

Stockbrokers and dealers in Kenya
Investment advisers and analysts
Fund managers and investment bank employees
Compliance officers in capital market intermediaries

Career Outlook & Value

Target Roles
StockbrokerInvestment AdviserCompliance OfficerPortfolio Manager
Salary Expectation
Kshs 1,200,000 - 3,600,000+

"The CISI Kenya RMP is a required licensing qualification by the CMA for professionals executing trades or advising clients in the Kenyan capital markets."

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Frequently Asked Questions

The pass mark for the CISI Kenya RMP exam is 70%. You must answer at least 35 out of 50 questions correctly to pass.

The exam has a duration of 1 hour (60 minutes) to complete 50 multiple-choice questions.

Yes, all materials, questions, and summaries are fully aligned with the latest syllabus version (Syllabus Version 5, 2025-2028).

Yes, we cover the 2020 Regulatory Sandbox guidelines, including eligibility, applications, and sandbox periods.

Absolutely. We have specialized summaries and flashcards covering I-REIT, D-REIT, promoter investments, borrowing limits, and VCC capital requirements.

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