CySEC Certification Examination Preparation Course (Advanced)

STUDY MODE

LIVE-ONLINE

DURATION

April 2026

LANGUAGE

English

COST

890 € 250 €

Course Overview

Dates and Cost

Dates: April 2026
Total Duration: 32 Hours
Method of Training: Online via Zoom
ERMIS Program Number:

Cost: €890 | Subsidy: €640| Final Cost: €250
Funding Information: This seminar has been approved by HRDA, therefore, companies will only pay the amount of €250. The seminars that have been approved by the HRDA are exempt from VAT.

Unemployed People: Persons who are registered as unemployed are allowed to participate in two free seminars every year by submiting the relevant permit from the Public Employment Service office.

Individual (Non-Funded): A 19% VAT will apply to seminars and participants who do not qualify for the HRDA subsidy.

***For over 5 registrations please contact us.

Aim

The advancement of technology, combined with significant developments in the financial sector since the turn of the millennium, has prompted regulatory authorities globally to mandate the

training of executives and employees in key roles within the finance and professional services industry. Those sectors have undergone rapid and continuous growth, resulting in a sustained demand for professionals with specialized training. Data from the Ministry of Labour, Welfare and Social Insurance in Cyprus, along with figures from private employment agencies, indicate that the financial sector ranks third in job openings, with approximately 20% of available positions requiring certified professionals.

Candidates who successfully complete the Advanced Level Examination are eligible to assume any role related to investment services within Cypriot Investment Firms (CIFs). Those who pass the Basic Level Examination may provide or execute investment services limited to the reception, transmission, and execution of client orders. Furthermore, passing either the Advanced or Basic exam enables professionals employed by a UCITS Management Company or a Variable Capital Investment Company (VCIC) managing UCITS to engage in the marketing of UCITS units.

Course Objective

In terms of knowledge:

To gain a comprehensive understanding of CySEC’s regulatory framework and identify its specific requirements.
To outline the primary provisions governing the control and supervision of the financial system, along with the roles, powers, and responsibilities of the relevant competent authorities.
To demonstrate familiarity with the laws, directives, and regulations applicable to the financial services sector in Cyprus.
To comprehend and articulate the procedures and conditions under which an organization may obtain licensing authorization from CySEC.

In terms of skills:

To explain the operational obligations of supervised entities in relation to their operating licenses.
To describe the responsibilities and duties of individuals holding key positions within supervised organizations, in alignment with the applicable regulatory framework.
To identify and execute the reporting procedures required for submission of appropriate information to CySEC.
To acquire the skills and knowledge necessary for thorough preparation and successful completion of the CySEC certification exams at both the Advanced and Basic levels.
To develop and implement internal procedures and practices that ensure compliance with the te
To perform control and reporting functions of the organization in accordance with the requirements of the Greek Cypriot Council.
To fulfill the duties associated with key organizational roles based on regulatory expectations, maintaining relevant records and retrieving data when needed.
To prepare and submit internal reports to the board of directors, and external reports to CySEC, as required.
To create procedural manuals for use by the organization's personnel.
To recognize the importance of training and adherence to the regulatory framework set by
supervisory authorities.
To safeguard both personal and organizational interests in matters of regulatory compliance by monitoring and responding appropriately to any changes affecting the organization’s operating license.
To foster a culture of regulatory compliance within corporate governance, along with promoting a culture of continuous training throughout the organization.
To implement evaluation mechanisms for existing procedures, ensuring ongoing alignment with regulatory requirements, and to promote staffengagement in upholding the organization’s compliance with its operating license.

In terms of attitudes:

To demonstrate willingness and adopt ideas, opinions, and methods from various experiences.
To accept diversity and adapt to changes.
To persuade using sound arguments and effective body language.
To encourage and motivate all participants to actively engage in the seminar.

Participant’s Profile

The Course is addressed to:

Current and aspiring executives and supervisors within Banks, Cypriot Investment Firms (CIFs), as well as managers of UCITS and AIFs
Current and aspiring employees of Banks, CIFs, and managers of UCITS and AIFs who are responsible for delivering investment services
Compliance Officers, Internal Auditors, Anti-Money Laundering Compliance Officers, and Risk Managers working in Banks, CIFs, and UCITS and AIF management companies
Consultants operating in the Financial and Professional Services sector
Individuals entering the finance and professional services industry

Topics

Chapter 1: Investment Services Law 2017:
Chapter 2: Cypriot Investment Firms (CIFs) (Basic/Advanced)
Chapter 3: Cypriot Investment Firms CIFs) and Banks (Basic/Advanced)
Chapter 4: Open-Ended Undertakings for Collective Investment (UCI) Laws (2012–2019) (Basic/Advanced)
Chapter 5: Alternative Investments(Basic/A dvanced)
Chapter 6: The Business of Credit Institutions Laws of 1997–2016 (Advanced)
Chapter 7: The Prevention and Suppression ofMoney Laundering and Terrorist Financing Laws (Basic/Advanced)
Chapter 8: Markets in Financial Instruments Regulation (MiFIR) (Basic/Advanced)
Chapter 9: Capital Adequacy Requirements (Advanced)
Chapter 10: European Market Infrastructure Regulation (EMIR) (Advanced)
Chapter 11: Recovery and Resolution Laws (Advanced)
Chapter 12: Prospectus Law (Advanced)
Chapter 13: Transparency Laws (Advanced)
Chapter 14: Insider Dealing and Market Manipulation Regulation (2016) (Basic/Advanced)
PRACTICAL EXERCISING ON THE 14 CHAPTERS

Training method