CySEC Basic · Chapter 7 of 8
Chapter 7: Alternative Investments
Rules for Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) and their managers under the AIFM framework.
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What Chapter 7 covers
The key topics of this chapter in the CySEC Basic syllabus. 4 of 5 have a free study note.
- AIFM authorisation and thresholdsRead the note: Which managers fall under the AIFM Law, and how can CySEC change, suspend or withdraw an authorisation?
- AIF types and structuresRead the note: What is an AIF in Cyprus, what forms can it take, and how must it be organised?
- Depositary obligations
- Leverage and reporting requirementsRead the note: What must an AIFM report to investors and to CySEC?
- Marketing of AIFsRead the note: Who may invest in an AIF, and how can AIFs be marketed to retail investors in Cyprus?
Exam questions per chapter
50 questions in the CySEC Basic exam
- Ch 1 · Investment Services Law 20174 questions
- Ch 2 · Cypriot Investment Firms (CIFs)12 questions
- Ch 3 · CIFs and Banks8 questions
- Ch 4 · MiFIR (2014)5 questions
- Ch 5 · Insider Dealing & Market Manipulation8 questions
- Ch 6 · Open-Ended UCI Laws5 questions
- Ch 7 · Alternative Investments (this chapter)6 questions
- Ch 8 · AML & Terrorist Financing2 questions
Questions about Chapter 7
How many questions does CySEC Basic Chapter 7 carry?
Chapter 7, Alternative Investments, accounts for approximately 6 of the 50 questions in the CySEC Basic exam (around 12% of the total). The exact number can vary slightly from one sitting to the next.
What topics are tested in CySEC Basic Chapter 7?
Chapter 7 covers: AIFM authorisation and thresholds; AIF types and structures; Depositary obligations; Leverage and reporting requirements; Marketing of AIFs.
Should I prioritise Chapter 7 in my CySEC Basic revision?
Yes. Chapter 7 is one of the highest-weighted chapters, with approximately 6 exam questions. Allocate proportionally more study time here, practise questions while the material is fresh and aim for 90%+ accuracy before moving on.
How can I practise CySEC Basic Chapter 7 questions?
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