CISI Regulations and Market Practice (Kenya) Exam Prep & Mock Exams
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A complete preparation system designed for capital market professionals in Kenya to pass their CISI licensing exam on the first attempt.
Our intelligent learning platform provides you with exam-focused mock simulators, digital flashcards, and an AI tutor that explains complex CMA regulations and NSE trading rules simply.
Exam Format & Details
| Questions | 50 Multiple Choice |
| Duration | 60 Minutes |
| Pass Mark | 70% |
Exams Academy vs. Traditional Training
| Feature | Exams Academy | Traditional Providers |
|---|---|---|
| Access Period | Lifetime Access | 30 - 90 Days |
| Practice Exams | Unlimited Retakes | 1 - 2 Static Mocks |
| Study Support | Instant 24/7 AI Tutor | Email Support |
| Cost | $189 (One-Time) | $300+ (Recurring) |
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Syllabus
Module 1: Chapter 1: The Regulatory Framework 10 marks
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
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
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
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
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
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
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Who Is This For?
Career Outlook & Value
"The CISI Kenya RMP is a required licensing qualification by the CMA for professionals executing trades or advising clients in the Kenyan capital markets."
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.
Yes! You can test your knowledge and see our AI tutor in action with our free CISI Regulations and Market Practice (Kenya) Sample Paper.
CISI Regulations and Market Practice (Kenya)
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Student Reviews
From finance professionals who prepared and passed their CISI exams.
Recent Reviews
Passed Kenya RMP!
Highly recommend the mock exams. They were very close to the real CMA questions.
Perfect for study
The flashcards are awesome for memorizing the licensing fees and the sandbox timelines. I cleared my exam yesterday on the first attempt.
Clear explanations
The textbook is incredibly dry, but these mock questions have excellent detailed explanations. The AI tutor also helped explain the difference between D-REIT and I-REIT borrowing limits clearly.
Great value
Excellent study prep platform.
Realistic mock exam format
The timed simulator is exactly what I needed. Helped me manage my 60 minutes properly. The questions cover the entire CMA regulations accurately.
Very helpful cheatsheet
Loved the cheatsheet summarizing all the penalties and capital adequacy requirements. It saved me a lot of revision time.
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