Structured preparation for the CISI Corporate Finance Regulation unit, aligned to syllabus Version 21 and the March 2026 candidate-update addendum.
Course syllabus information reviewed for 2026. Always check the awarding body’s latest official syllabus and candidate updates before booking or sitting your exam.
Prepare for the Regulation unit of the CISI Certificate in Corporate Finance through the five official syllabus elements: the UK regulatory environment, managing regulatory obligations, corporate governance, takeovers and mergers, and equity capital markets.
The public syllabus is aligned to Version 21 for exams from 11 April 2026 to 10 April 2027 and incorporates the March 2026 candidate-update addendum, including the Public Offers and Admissions to Trading Regime (POATR), the FCA's PRM sourcebook, primary MTF prospectuses and revised secondary-issuance thresholds.
| Assessment | Multiple-choice examination |
| Duration | 60 Minutes |
| Standard Pass Mark | 70% |
| Level | CISI Level 3 |
| Total Qualification Time | 80 hours |
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Understand the March 2026 POATR and PRM update for CISI Corporate Finance Regulation Version 21, including public offers, admissions and primary MTFs.
Exam guideEverything you need to know to pass the CISI Certificate in Corporate Finance, including syllabus breakdowns, FCA regulations, and the UK Takeover Code.
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No. This course prepares for the Corporate Finance Regulation unit of the CISI Certificate in Corporate Finance. CISI UK Financial Regulation is a different regulatory unit within the Capital Markets Programme. Confirm the exact qualification and unit name in your CISI booking before purchasing preparation material.
The public page is aligned to Version 21 for exams from 11 April 2026 to 10 April 2027 and includes the March 2026 CISI addendum. The latest question-bank update is being completed and purchasers see the current two-hour completion notice.
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Absolutely. Our engine matches the CISI syllabus with exactly 50 questions per exam and a 1-hour duration constraint.
All content is created from the official workbooks and compiled with input from finance professionals who have studied for and passed the exam themselves. Their notes, insights, and exam feedback are combined into a focused, interactive study system.
We do not guarantee a pass — success requires reading the official workbook and using our materials for active revision. However, our system is designed around recall-based learning, which is proven to significantly improve retention and exam performance.
No previous qualifications or work experience are required. Our materials are structured to help both newcomers and experienced professionals looking to formalise their knowledge.
Yes — the official workbook is recommended for full exam preparation. Our course is designed as a powerful revision companion that distils the most exam-relevant content into flashcards, cheat sheets, and mock exams to accelerate your preparation.
Yes! Test your knowledge and see our AI tutor explanations with the free CISI Certificate in Corporate Finance Regulation Topic Quiz below. It contains 15 questions from one named topic and is not a full mock exam or overall readiness assessment.
No. For UK regulated activities, the firm must map the role to the FCA Training and Competence sourcebook and its appropriate-qualification tables. A CISI course title alone does not establish authorisation for every activity. Confirm the requirement with the employer and regulator before booking.
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