CME-1A

International Introduction to Securities and Investment

Prepare for the CME-1A examination with structured practice, exam-style questions, explanations, and focused review of weak areas.

Official exam duration: 60 minutes
Pass threshold: 35
Official exam fee: SAR 1100

Exam fees are separate from CMEPath access. Visit the official exam page for the syllabus and booking requirements.

CME-1A study and exam guides

Use these free guides to organize your preparation, check the official materials and plan the practical steps before examination day.

What your preparation includes

The course combines instant practice, adaptive sessions, mock examinations, and review.

A 25-question free trial before purchase.
Answer explanations, performance tracking, and weak-area review.
Time-limited access tied to the learner account.

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CMEPath is independent and is not affiliated with the Capital Market Authority or Financial Academy. Always confirm the latest official details before registration.

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Official examination details

Duration: 60 minutes
Pass threshold: 35
Published exam fee: SAR 1100

Official exam fees are separate from CMEPath access. Review the final charge and taxes when booking.

Official source, syllabus and booking options · 2026-09-30

CMEPath practice settings

50 questions · 60 minutes in the CMEPath practice exam.

Course frequently asked questions

Who is CME-1A preparation for?

Candidates preparing for general Saudi capital-market registration roles.

What will I study?

Financial markets, investment products, regulation and professional ethics.

Does passing CME-1A complete the whole pathway?

CME-1A is one part of the CME-1 pathway. Check the requirements for CME-1B and your intended registration role with the official provider.

Are there entry requirements?

The official page lists no prior certificate or registration requirements. Confirm the current conditions when booking.

What are the official duration and pass threshold?

The official page lists 60 minutes and a pass threshold of 35 marks.

How much does the official exam cost?

The published exam fee checked on 30 September 2026 is SAR 1100. This is separate from CMEPath course access; confirm the final amount and any taxes at booking.

How do I book, and where will I sit the exam?

Use the official examination page to register and choose an available appointment. Confirm delivery options, identification requirements and rescheduling rules during booking.

Which language can I use?

The official page lists English and Arabic. CMEPath provides bilingual preparation; select your examination language with the official provider.

What does CMEPath access include?

Practise with the entitled question bank, explanations, chapter filters, review tools and timed sessions. Practice settings are separate from the official exam specification.

Is the AI tutor included?

Active paid access includes the tutor when enabled, with up to 20 replies daily shared across entitled courses, website and app. Free users have no AI access. Availability is subject to the monthly service allowance.

How long does access last, and can I get a refund?

Access lasts for the term shown before purchase. Check the published access and refund policy; course access does not include an official exam booking.

How should I prepare?

Study the current official syllabus, practise chapter by chapter, review mistakes and complete timed sessions. Use tutor explanations to check understanding. CMEPath is independent and does not guarantee a pass.

Curriculum and revision preview

Introduction: The Financial Services Sector
The Economic Environment
Equities/Stocks
Bonds
Other Markets and Investments
Derivatives
Investment Funds
Regulation and Ethics
Other Financial Products
Financial Advice

A confident retail investor selects a listed share and instructs a broker to buy it without requesting a recommendation. Which service is the broker primarily providing?

Executing and settling the investor's order without giving advice

An execution-only broker carries out and settles a trade chosen by the client and does not recommend the investment. Discretionary portfolio management, custody and retail banking are separate services performed under different mandates.

Explanation source

Paid access covers the selected course for the purchased term. Check your expiry date in your account. AI tutor access requires active paid access to the course.