CySEC AML · Chapter 5 · 6 exam questions

Chapter 5: Assessing and Managing Risks

The risk-based approach — how firms assess money-laundering risk and apply proportionate controls.

6 out of 40 questions

15% of the exam

High weight chapter

What this chapter covers

The key concepts tested in Chapter 5.

1

The risk-based approach to AML/CFT

2

Business-wide (firm-level) risk assessment

3

Customer, product, channel, and geographic risk factors

4

Risk classification and scoring

5

Applying proportionate risk-mitigation controls

How to approach this chapter

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This is a high-weight chapter — allocate more study time here. After studying, drill practice questions immediately while the material is fresh. Target 90%+ on this chapter before moving on.

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Chapter 5 — FAQ

Common questions about this chapter and its exam weight.

How many questions does CySEC AML Chapter 5 carry?
Chapter 5 — Assessing and Managing Risks — accounts for approximately 6 out of 40 questions in the CySEC AML exam (around 15% of the total). Note: the official CySEC syllabus allows for slight variation of up to ±2 questions per chapter between exam sittings.
What topics are tested in CySEC AML Chapter 5?
Chapter 5 covers: The risk-based approach to AML/CFT; Business-wide (firm-level) risk assessment; Customer, product, channel, and geographic risk factors; Risk classification and scoring; Applying proportionate risk-mitigation controls.
Should I prioritise Chapter 5 in my CySEC AML revision?
Yes — Chapter 5 is one of the highest-weighted chapters with approximately 6 exam questions. Allocate proportionally more study time here and aim for 90%+ accuracy on practice questions before moving on.
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