SII Certificates

SII Certificates FAQs

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  • How much reading should I do before my course?
    Although no prior knowledge is expected, we recommend you read the study material sent to you before the course begins as this will further help your learning and understanding of the subject matter.

  • Do you produce a study guide to help me in my studies?
    We produce a study guide and study planner to help you structure your studies and revision.

  • What are the recommended study hours for each subject?
    We recommend the following number of study hours and suggested study period for each Certificate paper:

    Course Study Hours Study Period
    Unit 1 - Financial Regulation 35 hours 2-3 weeks
    SII Certificate in Investments (Securities) 110 hours 6-8 weeks
    Unit 2 - Securities 75 hours 2-3 weeks
    Financial Derivatives Module 35 hours 2-3 weeks
    SII Certificate in Investments (Derivatives) 110 hours 6-8 weeks
    Unit 3 - Derivatives 75 hours 2-3 weeks
    SII Certificate in Investments  (Securities & Financial Derivatives) 130 hours 8-10 weeks
    Unit 4 - Securities & Financial Derivatives 95 hours 3-4 weeks
    SII Certificate in Investments (Investment Management) 130 hours 6-8 weeks
    Unit 5 - Investment Management 95 hours 2-3 weeks
    Certificate in Corporate Finance 35 hours 3-4 weeks
    Unit 6 - Principles of Financial Regulation 25 hours 2 weeks

  • What exactly does the course cover?
    Our study material and courses cover the entire examinable syllabus. They work through the syllabus with a logical and systematic approach, providing you with helpful explanations to key concepts and useful solutions to the more interpretative areas of the syllabus.

  • Do I have to complete my training within a certain time?
    Ideally you should complete your study within 6 months of receiving your study material. This is because changes regularly take place to the syllabus and regulatory environment which can mean your material can become dated.

  • What additional support do you offer?
    For full details on all the support we offer, from face-to-face to e-support, visit the Study Support section of this website using the navigation bar on the right hand side of the page.

  • If I fail my exam do you provide a refresher course or will I need to take the whole course again?
    We currently do not offer refresher courses. However, our tutors will be more than happy to work with you to try and establish areas of weakness before you re-sit a specific course again.

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