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Financial Crime & Conduct
CISI Operational Risk (Qatar)
Master the principles of operational risk management, Basel frameworks, cyber security, and regulatory compliance required for the Level 3 CISI Operational Risk qualification.
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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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Syllabus
Module 1: Element 1: Risk Basics 3 marks out of 50
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Core principles of risk and risk management.
- • Risk vs Uncertainty
- • The Risk Management Process
- • Risk Appetite, Capacity, and Tolerance
Module 2: Element 2: Other Major Risks 7 marks out of 50
Definitions of Credit, Market, Liquidity, and other risks.
- • Market risk, Credit risk, Liquidity risk.
- • Systemic risk and moral hazard.
- • Reputational and Strategic risk.
Module 3: Element 3: The Nature of Operational Risk 20 marks out of 50
Operational risk definitions, causes, and resilience.
- • Basel definition of Operational Risk
- • Internal fraud, external fraud, employment practices
- • Direct vs Indirect operational losses
- • Operational Resilience
Module 4: Element 4: The Causes and Impacts of Operational Risk 4 marks out of 50
Understanding why operational risk events occur.
- • Inadequate or failed internal processes
- • People risk (human error, fraud)
- • Systems failures and external events
Module 5: Element 5: Operational Risks Arising in the Trade Cycle 5 marks out of 50
Risks associated with execution, settlement, and corporate actions.
- • Pre-trade, Execution, and Settlement risks.
- • Corporate actions (mandatory vs voluntary).
- • Payment systems (CHAPS, BACS, SWIFT).
Module 6: Element 6: The Support and Control Functions 7 marks out of 50
The role of support functions in mitigating operational risk.
- • Human Resources and IT support
- • Compliance, Internal Audit, and Risk Management
- • The Three Lines of Defence model
Module 7: Element 7: Operational Risk in the Regulatory Environment 4 marks out of 50
Basel Accords and regulatory capital calculation approaches.
- • Basel Accords (I, II, III, IV/3.1)
- • Pillar 1, 2, and 3 frameworks
- • DORA, SFDR, Consumer Duty, SM&CR
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The Nature of Operational Risk
An international bank is drafting its new operational risk policy to define risk appetite and establish boundaries between operational, market, and credit risk. The Chief Risk Officer proposes that the policy only be signed off by the heads of each division to ensure local buy-in. According to best practices in operational risk management, what is the primary flaw in this approach?
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Card 1 of 10Element 1: Risk Basics
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How does the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision (BCBS) formally define Operational Risk?
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- Definitions and distinctions between the four main categories of risk (Credit, Market, Liquidity, Operational).
- Detailed analysis of Major Operational Risk Incidents and their root causes (e.g., Invesco, LIBOR, Wells Fargo, Bank of Bangladesh, Merrill Lynch).
- The definition, core objectives, and challenges of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM).
Element 1: Risk Basics
Element 1: Risk Basics establishes the foundational concepts for understanding risk within the financial services sector. This syllabus area is crucial, contributing approximately 3 out of the 50 total examination questions. It sets the stage for exploring operational risk by defining risk generally and categorizing the primary risks faced by financial institutions.
The chapter begins by defining risk generally as the chance or possibility of damages, loss, injury, or other adverse consequences. This definition encompasses two primary elements: 'Chance', referring to the likelihood or probability of a future event happening, and 'Adverse consequences', indicating the downside or negative potential outcome that individuals or organizations seek to avoid.
Within the financial services indu…
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| Cost | $151 (One-Time) | $300+ (Recurring) |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The CISI Operational Risk exam is a Computer-Based Test of 50 multiple-choice questions in 60 minutes. The pass mark is 70% (35 out of 50). Exams are available year-round at Prometric centres worldwide.
It is primarily taken by professionals in risk management, compliance, and internal audit looking to solidify their understanding of operational risk and the Basel frameworks.
Yes — all content reflects the latest CISI syllabus, including recent updates to cyber security resilience and the shift toward the Standardised Measurement Approach (SMA) under Basel III.
You get lifetime access from the moment of purchase. Study at your own pace with no time limits or recurring fees.
Yes! Test your knowledge and review detailed explanations with the free CISI Operational Risk Mock Exam Preview below. It contains 15 exam-style questions from one named topic; the full course provides complete mock exams and syllabus coverage.
No. Qatar has separate regulatory channels for QFC firms, QCB-supervised institutions and capital-market activities. The employer must identify which regime and competence requirements apply to the position. Confirm the requirement with the employer and regulator before booking.
Candidates can check CISI remote-invigilation and global test-centre availability from Qatar. Where an employer is sponsoring the exam, follow its registration and evidence requirements.
Exams Academy checkout is in US dollars and the card provider converts it to QAR. Official CISI examination and workbook fees are separate.
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5 full exams replicating the 50-question, 60-minute Operational Risk format.
- ✓ Proportional chapter weighting across all 7 chapters.
- ✓ Scenario-based MCQs matching CISI examiner style.
- ✓ Instant feedback with detailed explanations.
250+ High-Yield Questions
Built from real workbook MCQs and authored scenario questions.
- ✓ Covers Basel frameworks, Pillar 1, 2 & 3.
- ✓ Cyber risk, AML, and regulatory capital calculation.
- ✓ Senior Managers Regime and PRA/FCA dual regulation.
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- ✓ Explains BIA, TSA, and SMA clearly.
- ✓ Clarifies the difference between Risk Appetite and Risk Tolerance.
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Exam Format & Details
| Assessment | 50 multiple-choice questions |
| Duration | 60 Minutes |
| Standard Pass Mark | 70% |
Operational Risk with Smart Practice
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Who Is This For?
✓ Operational Risk Analysts and Managers
✓ Compliance officers
✓ Internal Auditors
✓ Anyone needing to pass the CISI Operational Risk exam efficiently
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CISI Operational Risk Exam Guides
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CISI Operational Risk Exam Guide: Everything You Need to Know
A comprehensive guide to passing the CISI Operational Risk exam, covering Basel frameworks, risk modeling, and exam preparation strategies.
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Regulator and qualification pathway
Qatar has separate regulatory channels for QFC firms, QCB-supervised institutions and capital-market activities. The employer must identify which regime and competence requirements apply to the position.
QFCRA, Qatar Central Bank and Qatar Financial Markets AuthorityBooking and official examination
Candidates can check CISI remote-invigilation and global test-centre availability from Qatar. Where an employer is sponsoring the exam, follow its registration and evidence requirements.
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Relevant settings include private banking, asset management, investment firms, family offices and client-advisory teams in Doha and the Qatar Financial Centre.
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