


This test paper is intentionally more challenging than the actual exam, as common sense questions have been excluded to minimize redundancy and increase overall difficulty. If you can pass this exam on your first attempt, you should be well-prepared to pass the real exam.
What can you expect?
6 CMFAS practice papers developed by industry professionals and senior consultants with exam-setting experience.
480 questions covering all key topics, full 80 question in each paper.
Regular updates, with a focus on multiple-option questions, which are now a key part of the 2026 format changes.
Syllabus Breakdown
Overview of Derivatives
Futures, Forwards & Swaps
Futures Strategies
Options
Structured Warrants and Daily Leveraged Certificates
Barrier Options, Binary Options and Callable Contracts
Structured Deposits and Other Structured Products
Structured Notes
Structured Funds
Contracts for Differences (CFDs)
Key Product and investment risks for Derivatives and Structured Products
Case Studies
Exam Details:
80 MCQs (computer-based)
2.5 hours
Passing score: 70%
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Note: The CM-SIP Exam (previously M6A) applies to those who wish to advise on derivatives and collective investment schemes.