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CMFAS M9A Life Insurance and Investment-Linked Policies II Exam Preparation

Prepare for the SCI-administered CMFAS M9A examination with focused coverage of structured products, derivatives, structured investment-linked policies, portfolio insurance and applied product analysis.

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CMFAS M9A – Life Insurance and Investment-Linked Policies II

Qualification facts verified against Current M9A syllabus. Last checked 2026-08-03. Official SCI M9A exam details. The supplied official study material controls the learning content. The current SCI page verifies the M9A title, six-chapter structure, 50-question format, 60-minute duration, 70% passing grade and result-slip rules.

CMFAS M9A practice inventory

  • Five full-length 50-question mock exams
  • 200 distinct questions across Mocks 1-4
  • 298 active-recall flashcards
  • 285 searchable reference items
  • Six detailed chapter summaries

Your exam preparation path

Preparation for the SCI-administered CMFAS M9A result-slip examination; employers determine the complete CMFAS module combination required for a regulated role.

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A candidate is comparing closely related structures. Which term matches this description? A discounted bond can grow to par at maturity, leaving part of the initial investment available to buy the option that provides upside participation.

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Prepare for CMFAS M9A Life Insurance and Investment-Linked Policies II

M9A tests structured-product design and risk, derivatives, structured investment-linked policies, portfolio insurance and the application of product knowledge to case studies.

This course turns the six-chapter scope into six detailed summaries, 298 active-recall flashcards, a 285-item searchable reference sheet, five timed 50-question mock exams and an AI tutor grounded in the M9A study material.

Practise the official examination format

The official SCI-administered M9A examination contains 50 multiple-choice questions, lasts 60 minutes and requires 70% to pass. Each mock follows those constants. SCI does not publish chapter weights on the public M9A page, so the course uses a documented practice allocation that gives every chapter coverage without presenting it as an official weighting.

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CMFAS M9A – Life Insurance and Investment-Linked Policies II in Singapore: pathway, booking and careers

Review the M9A pathway, official booking route and Singapore career context before paying the examination fee.

Regulator and qualification pathway

CMFAS M9A is administered by SCI and covers structured products, derivatives, structured investment-linked policies, portfolio insurance and applied product analysis. Singapore competence requirements are role-specific, so the employing financial institution should confirm whether M9A and any other CMFAS modules apply to the intended representative activity.

Monetary Authority of Singapore and Singapore College of Insurance

Booking and official examination

Use the official SCI M9A page and SCI registration channel for the current examination schedule, eligibility, fees and booking instructions.

View official SCI M9A details

Career and employer context

M9A is relevant to financial-advisory, life-insurance, wealth, structured-product distribution and compliance roles. The employer determines the exact module combination required for the regulated activity.

Price and currency

Exams Academy checkout is in US dollars and the card provider converts the charge to SGD. The official SCI examination fee and official study material are separate and are paid through the applicable SCI channel.

Exam Format & Details

Assessment 50 multiple-choice questions in an English-medium, closed-book computer-screen examination
Duration 60 Minutes
Standard Pass Mark 70%

Preparation Package at a Glance

Feature Exams Academy Details
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Lifetime Access
One-time enrollment with no recurring fee
Practice Exams
Unlimited Retakes
Five full-length 50-question mock exams
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

Key Benefits

Five Full-Length M9A Mock Exams

Practise the official 50-question format under a 60-minute timer with the 70% pass grade applied.

  • 200 distinct questions across Mocks 1-4.
  • Mock 5 mixes questions from across the authored banks.
  • Coverage across all six official chapters.

M9A-Grounded AI Tutor

Clarify structured-product mechanics, derivatives, structured ILPs and case-analysis decisions inside the learning platform.

  • Product wrappers, payoffs and risks.
  • Futures, forwards, options, swaps and CFDs.
  • Structured ILP disclosure, charges and suitability.

Active-Recall Study Tools

Move directly between 298 flashcards and a 285-item searchable reference sheet.

  • Recall coverage across all six chapters.
  • Dedicated numerical-recall cards.
  • Specific exam traps and close distinctions.

Detailed Chapter Summaries

Study structures, risks, calculations, disclosure duties and case evidence without unnecessary filler.

  • Structured products and derivatives.
  • Structured investment-linked policies.
  • Portfolio insurance and applied cases.
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Learn first. Then prove you’re ready.

Use the same question bank in two different ways: build understanding with instant feedback, then switch to a realistic simulation when you are ready.

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Instant feedback & explanations

Choose an answer, see immediately whether it is right or wrong, and read the explanation before moving on.

  • Feedback after every choice
  • The correct answer shown clearly
  • A concise explanation while it matters
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Realistic exam simulation

Work against the official-style timer without revealing answers, then review your score and every explanation after submission.

  • Timer mirrors the exam duration
  • Answers stay hidden during the attempt
  • Score and explanations after submission

Syllabus

Module 1: Introduction To Structured Products

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Product components, legal wrappers, protection designs, yield enhancement, participation and suitability.

  • Fixed-income and derivative components
  • Notes, funds, deposits and ILPs
  • Payoffs, barriers and client suitability

Module 2: Risk Considerations Of Structured Products

Market, credit, liquidity, currency, leverage, collateral, legal, regulatory and early-redemption risks.

  • Market and counterparty risk
  • Liquidity and foreign-exchange exposure
  • Leverage, collateral and model risk

Module 3: Understanding Derivatives

Futures, forwards, options, warrants, strategies, swaps, credit derivatives and contracts for difference.

  • Futures and forward pricing
  • Option rights and payoff strategies
  • Swaps, CDS and CFD exposure

Module 4: Introduction To Structured ILPs

Structured ILP features, insurance elements, pricing, charges, disclosure, governance and suitability controls.

  • Policy and fund structure
  • Charges, valuation and reporting
  • Product highlights and review period

Module 5: Portfolio Of Investments With An Insurance Element

Portfolio-insurance structures that combine investment exposure with a life-insurance policy element.

  • Portfolio bond structure
  • Insurance and investment interaction
  • Costs, benefits and risks

Module 6: Case Studies

Applied assessment of product objectives, assets, fees, payoffs, liquidity, risks and client suitability.

  • SIP case analysis
  • Lifestyle product analysis
  • Evidence-based comparison and recommendation

Who Is This For?

Candidates preparing for the SCI-administered CMFAS M9A examination
Representatives who need structured investment-linked policy knowledge for a Singapore financial-advisory role
Life-insurance, wealth-management and compliance staff strengthening structured-product knowledge
Candidates who want full-length timed practice across all six M9A chapters

Preparation centre

Use these connected guides for the syllabus, exam format, booking and revision strategy.

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Frequently Asked Questions

M9A is a 60-minute, English-medium closed-book computer-screen examination containing 50 multiple-choice questions.

The official passing grade is 70%. A correct answer earns one mark, with no mark awarded or deducted for a wrong or blank answer.

The Singapore College of Insurance administers M9A within the CMFAS examination framework.

M9A covers structured products, their risks, derivatives, structured investment-linked policies, portfolio insurance and applied case studies.

No. SCI does not publish M9A chapter weights on its public exam page. The course uses a documented practice allocation so all six chapters are represented.

SCI states that candidates receive a result slip and that no official certificate is issued. The Exams Academy completion certificate records completion of this independent preparation course only.

No. Exams Academy is an independent education provider and is not affiliated with or endorsed by SCI or MAS.

You receive lifetime access to the current course content with no recurring subscription fee.

Yes! Test your knowledge and see our AI tutor explanations with the free CMFAS M9A – Life Insurance and Investment-Linked Policies II Sample Paper. It contains 15 questions from one named topic and is not a full mock exam or overall readiness assessment.

No. CMFAS M9A is administered by SCI and covers structured products, derivatives, structured investment-linked policies, portfolio insurance and applied product analysis. Singapore competence requirements are role-specific, so the employing financial institution should confirm whether M9A and any other CMFAS modules apply to the intended representative activity.

Use the official SCI M9A page and SCI registration channel for the current examination schedule, eligibility, fees and booking instructions.

Exams Academy checkout is in US dollars and the card provider converts the charge to SGD. The official SCI examination fee and official study material are separate and are paid through the applicable SCI channel.

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Prepare for the SCI CMFAS M9A exam with structured study notes, active practice, flashcards and a course-grounded tutor.

CMFAS M9A – Life Insurance and Investment-Linked Policies II
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