CME-1 General Securities Qualification Certificate
A structured preparation program for the Capital Market Authority’s CME-1 exam, covering both regulations and securities operations. The course helps participants build clearer understanding of the exam scope and the professional knowledge expected in Saudi capital market activities.
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Overview
A structured preparation program for the Capital Market Authority’s CME-1 exam, covering both regulations and securities operations. The course helps participants build clearer understanding of the exam scope and the professional knowledge expected in Saudi capital market activities.
The CME-1 certificate is an important professional requirement for individuals who are registered, or seeking registration, with the Capital Market Authority in Saudi Arabia. The exam covers two core areas: the regulatory framework of the capital market and the operational knowledge required in securities-related activities.
This program provides an organized path through the exam content, helping participants review key regulatory, financial, analytical, and investment-related topics. It includes pre- and post-assessments to measure learning progress, as well as access to an online mock exam experience designed to reflect the actual test format for one month, according to the program mechanism.
Course Outline
Part One: Regulations
- Capital Market Law
- Market Conduct Regulations
- Rules on the Offer of Securities
- Registration and Listing Rules
- Securities Business Regulations
- Authorized Persons Regulations
- Investment Funds Regulations and Real Estate Investment Funds Regulations
- Merger and Acquisition Regulations
- Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing Rules
- Corporate Governance Regulations in Saudi Arabia
Part Two: Securities Operations
- Financial markets: organization and management
- Financial market indices
- Investment instruments and securities
- The economic environment
- Fundamentals of financial statements
- Financial statement analysis
- Financial and administrative procedures
- Quantitative foundations of investment analysis
- Asset valuation: equity investments
- Asset valuation: debt instruments
- Derivatives
- Foundations of investment decision-making
- Investment funds, exchange-traded funds, and hedge funds
- Sharia-compliant investment instruments
- Mergers, acquisitions, restructuring, and initial public offerings
- Fundamentals of compliance in financial markets
What You Will Gain
- A structured understanding of the regulations governing the Saudi capital market
- Better ability to connect exam topics with practical securities-related work requirements
- Knowledge of securities operations, investment instruments, and market indices
- Practical familiarity with financial statements and financial statement analysis
- Understanding of asset valuation, investment funds, derivatives, and compliance foundations
- Clearer readiness for the CME-1 exam format through assessments and an online mock exam experience
Who Should Attend
- Individuals registered or seeking registration with the Capital Market Authority
- Professionals working in, or preparing to work in, securities-related activities
- Individuals who want to strengthen their understanding of capital market regulations and operations
- Candidates whose current or future roles require the CME-1 certificate
- Financial institutions preparing employees for structured qualification readiness
Frequently Asked Questions
The program supports preparation for the General Securities Qualification Certificate exam by covering both regulatory content and securities operations in a structured way.
No. Exam results cannot be guaranteed. The program is designed to support knowledge readiness, clarify the exam scope, and provide assessment tools and mock exam practice.
It covers two main areas: regulations, including key capital market laws and rules, and securities operations, including investment instruments, financial statements, asset valuation, funds, derivatives, and compliance.
Yes. It may be suitable for individuals who want to build structured knowledge in securities or prepare for roles where CME-1 is required. Participants should also check the specific requirements of their employer or professional pathway.
The program includes pre- and post-assessments to measure learning progress, along with an online mock exam experience that reflects the structure of the actual exam according to the program mechanism.
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